Manufacturing Production Engineering Supervisor

Production Engineering Supervisor

Toyota Industries Electric Systems, North America, Georgia Pendergrass, GA

Company Information :

Toyota Industries Electric Systems North America is establishing a new plant in Georgia (TIESNA-GA), in 2024. TIESNA-GA is a subsidiary of Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO).

TICO is a leading global manufacturer of automobile parts and assemblies, material handling equipment, and provider of logistics solutions.

TIESNA is focused on the sale of world-class quality electronics products for automobiles manufactured by TICO for sale to North American based OEM automobile manufacturers.

TIESNA-GA will focus on the assembly of DC-AC Inverters and future DC-DC Converters for electric and hybrid vehicles in the USA.

Location :

This position is on-site located on the corner of Valentine industrial Parkway and Toy Wright Road, Pendergrass GA 30567.

Department Purpose :

To effectively lead department associates to execute daily production operations and apply TPS, 5S, JIT, and other Lean Manufacturing methods under a continuous improvement (Kaizen) philosophy.

The Production Engineering Department focuses on the study of design, manufacturing processes and management of products;

as well as optimizing production to maintain safety, quality, and make the process efficient and economical.

Position Purpose :

Effectively plan and coordinate activities associated with equipment maintenance, tooling, and production engineering with other departments and functions.

Supervise and develop individuals and foster a teamwork environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

• Evaluate manufacturing processes for cost effectiveness and feasibility, prior to and after engineering releases to manufacturing.
• Lead Kaizen (improvement) and cost reduction activities and projects.
• Coordinate all engineering releases and changes relative to routings, setting standards, data entry, and follow-up with quality control in mind to meet customer requirements.
• Utilize CAD software applications in the design and development of equipment and parts drawings, including 3-D imaging and motion for process simulation.
• Determine priorities with the Production Manager maintaining detailed documentation as required.
• Investigate, justify, purchase, and track company assets.
• Conduct layouts and supervision of all necessary construction of plant expansion or alterations, including the coordination of external contractors.
• Mentor junior level staff in leadership ideals and TICO practices by promoting and maintaining activities to develop and improve management and leadership skills.
• Maintain high employee morale, minimizing staff turnover, and promoting a positive teamwork environment.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, multi-cultural, team oriented environment.
• Computer skills : Proficient in MS Office programs, including the ability to conduct data analysis using Excel. Experience using CAD (computer aided design system).
• Works well with others in a team environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Must be able to work overtime as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications - Required :

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university
• 2 years of Toyota Industries Group experience at the senior level or 10+years with relevant experience
• Knowledge of 3D CAD systems (AutoCAD / Inventor / CATIA etc.)
• Knowledge and capability of electrical and mechanical design
• Familiar with Microsoft Office, PLC (Keyence, etc.) Logic and Robot operation (IAI / Denso, etc.)
• Possess two-way communication skills among all levels of associates
• Possesses problem-solving skills

Qualifications Preferred :

• Working experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in SMT and PCB processes, is desirable
• Experience working and building relationships cross-culturally in a global enterprise, especially within Japanese culture.

Essential Functions / Abilities :

• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must occasionally lift and / or move at least 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

Compensation and Benefits :

As a member of the Toyota Industries Group, TIESNA offers and excellent benefit package including health insurance, life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401K plan, bonus program and other optional benefits.

Toyota Industries Electric North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer