Seibi Technician - Production Engineering

Overview

Who we are

Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, ‘job flexibility benefits’ [also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability], etc.) now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future.

Who we’re looking for

Toyota’s Production Engineering Battery Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Seibi Technician/Engineering Technician Position.

The primary responsibility of this position is to execute as the North American initial machine set-up personnel (SV), increase Operation Availability (OA) through continuous improvement and problem-solving technical issues. This role will also support the Battery department's objective to execute Capital Projects from planning through Start of Production (SOP) by modifying machine function and design.

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

Successful candidates 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. Must be able to navigate complex problem solving. Successful candidate must be effective at identifying and removing barriers that hinder progress of project. Candidates must decide appropriate work priorities, developing and executing schedule for said priorities and reporting their status to management group.     

What you’ll be doing

• Test and repair electrical equipment or systems. (Involving circuits, relay logic, wiring, motors, servo drives, etc.)
• Writing programs and modify existing programs for programmable logic controllers (PLC), robots, cameras, safety systems, and other electronic equipment.
• Troubleshooting and repair machine components of hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Plan and execute machine integration into mass production. (Leveling, adjustment and quality conformation for assigned work area) 
• Perform basic administrative skills including documentation of work performed by written/electronic methods.
• Problem solving and continuous improvement of safety, quality, and productivity.

• Develop detailed schedule for assigned work area / project.
• Demonstrate the ability to learn new processes by different means.
• Supporting Machine trials at vendors and internal to Toyota locations.

• Certify safety of equipment per the standards via safety integrity check

What you bring

• Industrial Controls Engineer/Engineering Tech experience in a manufacturing environment, including equipment installation, modification, and optimization

• Experience with electrical and/or mechanical systems in an industrial manufacturing environment
• Strong ability to write programs and modify existing programs for programmable logic controllers (PLC)
• Working experience with Servo Motion Controllers (M-Code or SFC)
• Technical experience with relay logic including wiring and troubleshooting
• Experience with Hydraulic or Pneumatic troubleshooting and schematic reading
• Availability to work overtime, holidays, weekends, and shutdowns
• Business travel, both domestic and international - up to 30%.

• Ability to stand, stoop, and walk throughout a large industrial manufacturing plant for many hours of the day. 

• Ability to ascend & descend stairs throughout a large industrial manufacturing plant.

• Ability to bend, kneel and crawl to gain access to equipment for repair

• Ability to lift, push and pull 25 pounds in a one-time event

• The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Added bonus if you have

• Technical associate degree or higher or equivalent experience
• Experience in pre-production set up
• Experience gathering and analyzing quality data from multiple sources to determine root cause.
• Experience with high volume production in a clean room environment

What we’ll bring

• 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 (if applicable)
• 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.

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.