Overview

Who we are

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Who we’re looking for
Toyota’s Prototype Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Prototype Assembly Principal Technician.

Reporting to the Prototype Development Assembly Technician Manager, the primary responsibility of this role is to lead overall planning and preparation for Major Model Prototype Assembly builds. Lead a team of lead a team of 2-6 North American Manufacturing Center (NAMC) team members during large CV builds, participate in vehicle assembly during small retrofit builds, and may support in Evaluation processes, Weld, Paint and Fabrication as needed.

What you’ll be doing

• Assembly Project lead for current and future major model builds – this includes creating detailed operating plans, coordinating between assembly line and customer (parts or vehicle concerns).

• Standardize internal processes, conduct reflection and propose continuous improvement activities.

• Lead and mentor problem solving activities - Toyota Business Practice (TBP) and JKK.

• Support budget, resources, and strategic planning; support annual goals development and interdependent safety mindset of the group.

• Safety Management System ownership.

What you bring

• 10 years’ experience of vehicle disassembly/assembly or a combination of automotive experience and advanced technical training.

• 5 years’ experience in vehicle electronic trouble shooting and diagnosing.

• 2 years’ Project Schedule Development, Management, and Leadership.

• Intermediate Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel for data/scheduling, PowerPoint for creating presentations and Word for creating weekly reports).

Added bonus if you have

• Participation in Quality problem solving.

• Experience in vehicle electronic trouble shooting and diagnosing.

• Experience reading vehicle design/electrical drawings.

• Experience performing vehicle evaluations against documented standards.

• Experience using AutoCAD for shop floor layout.

What we’ll bring

During your interview process, our team will provide you with 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

• Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount

• Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family

• 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 all 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.

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.