Lead Seibi Technician - Battery

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Who we're looking for

Toyota's Production Engineering Battery department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Seibi Lead Technician to work in the Battery group.

The primary responsibility of this position is to execute as the North American machine set up personnel (SV), increase Operation Availability (OA) through continuous improvement and problem-solving technical issues.

This position will be located at TBMNC in Liberty, NC, and will report to the Seibi Manager for Battery.

A successful candidate must exhibit Toyota Way leadership values, Respect for People, and Continuous Improvement Activity). Desired characteristics include perseverance, curiosity for enrichment learning, self-motivation, good communication skills, and humility. This individual must be able to navigate complex problem-solving at the regional level, must be effective at identifying and removing barriers that hinder progress, and must decide appropriate work priorities, develop and execute schedules for said priorities, and report their status to the management group.

What you'll be doing

• Participate in project planning for Seibi with PE.

• Make detailed Seibi schedules that align with the PE master schedule for project work.

• Directly supporting Technicians through a mentorship pertaining to Seibi activity.

• Support technical development of the team and other cross-functional groups.

• Develop & manage denwacho for commissioning process.

• Provide written and verbal project status reports to management and other groups.

• Recognize Seibi member struggles and implement countermeasures.

• Lead effective communication with Mgr. and Seibi members that require solutions.

• Evaluate Seibi task for safety using JSAs and implement a risk mitigation plan.

• Perform "hands-on" Seibi tasks alongside TMs as needed to complete work objectives.

• Positive attitude with proven results on a cross-functional team.

What you bring

• Associate's degree or higher in a technical or engineering discipline

• Experience with Automation Controls for manufacturing equipment such as component assembly machines, robots, and high-volume processing machines

• Experience working with Safety tools within a manufacturing environment such as Laser scanners, relays and circuits

• Proficient with Microsoft Excel

• Proficient with Microsoft PowerPoint

• Experience teaching technical subject matter in the classroom and/or on-the-job training

• PLC programming experience including creation and setup

• Ability to support weekends, off shifts, and holidays and shutdown times as needed

• Ability for business travel, both domestic and international will be up to 30%

Added bonus if you have

• Machine Safety Fundamental Course completion (TUV or similar).

• Toyopuc or Mitsubishi PLC Programming experience.

• Working experience with Microsoft Power BI

• Experience with Production Processes including Standardized Work (STW) and Job Instruction Sheets (JIS).

• New model launch experience

What we'll bring

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.

• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement.

• Vehicle purchase & lease programs.

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family.

• Flextime and virtual work options (if applicable).

• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute.

• Paid holidays and paid time off.

• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools, and more.

• Tax-Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA).

• Relocation assistance (if applicable).

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members' efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong. As a company that has been one of DiversityInc's Top 50 Companies for Diversity and a member of The Billion Dollar Roundtable supporting minority and woman-owned suppliers for over 10 years, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business.

Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com.