Maintenance Group Leader – Battery Manufacturing – Vacancy Global

Job Description Overview Who we are Toyota Manufacturing is looking to develop new innovative solutions to support the future of mobility, and values being a member of a local and global community. We offer an inclusive team environment that values respect for people and we are a company with a rich history and an exciting future to pursue your professional dreams. Along with great pay, amazing benefits, and a… stable work environment Toyota Manufacturing has it all. To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time. Who we re looking for Toyota s newest manufacturing facility in Greensboro, North Carolina is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Battery Maintenance Group Leader. Prior to starting battery production, the primary responsibility of this person is to hire and lead skilled maintenance teams in preparing maintenance plans for battery plant equipment. This includes hiring a team, creating, and implementing technical training, developing skills, and launching the framework & systems, which will be used within the maintenance department. After starting battery production, this person will lead the skilled maintenance teams to complete predictive maintenance, preventative maintenance, and respond quickly to equipment repair needs. Primarily, this person will instill a culture of continuous improvement creating a collaborative team who takes pride in equipment downtime prevention. This position reports to the Manufacturing Maintenance Manager, and work in partnership with production, engineering, quality, and other departments. What you ll be doing Lead hiring and establishing the manufacturing maintenance Team Leader and Team Member team. This includes recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding. The Maintenance Group Leader may train in Japan for 2 3 months, and will collect first-hand knowledge, technical know-how, and manufacturing best practices to successfully implement battery equipment maintenance plans. Maintenance GL will work with the rest of the Pilot Team to document equipment operation training materials, equipment PM plans, material inventory for solving equipment problems, and systems to monitor, track, and ensure completion to plan. During and after production start-up, the Group Leader will spend considerable time on the production floor overseeing the equipment, developing each team member s technical capability, and problem-solving methodology. The Maintenance Group Leader is expected to be highly technical and have a strong focus on people development – providing leadership coaching and mentorship to all team members. Managing and coaching CMMS and PM planning is a key responsibility for this role. After starting production, the Group Leader will meet equipment maintenance KPI s, visualize the maintenance shop condition, and provide measurable & continual improvement. Working a 12 Hour shift (night or day) on a 2-2-3 Panama schedule What you bring Experience in maintenance for manufacturing or process industries. Experience leading teams, including coaching a team to solve problems and continually improve. Experience with production operations and equipment (example: electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, PLC, robotics, safety protocols, etc.). Maintenance technical expertise: technical degree or completion of trade school, or equivalent work experience. Strong with electrical & mechanical fundamentals. Successful examples of process improvement and kaizen. What you may bring Experience with equipment reliability and new equipment technology related to a start-up, major or new model change, or product launch. Knowledge of battery; cell/module; or similar experience in a highly automated production environment. Experience within industrial processing (example: PLC programming, controls, IoT data collection/storage/analysis, mechanical precision, vision system, robot maintenance, etc.). Experience with predictive maintenance through condition monitoring (for example: vibration analysis, oil analysis, thermography, current analysis, etc.). Knowledge or experience with Lean Manufacturing principles (Shop Organization, Visualization, Problem Solving). Knowledge or experience with Reliability Techniques: FMEA, RCM, etc. 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 or need assistance with your application? Check out the How to Apply section of our careers page on Toyota.com or send an email to [email protected]. At Toyota, we don t just have a vision, but a group of talented, dedicated people who work hard every day to turn that vision into reality. Our mission is to build a future where everyone has the freedom to move. We believe that nothing is impossible. We have big dreams and persevere through any obstacles. We work together to create the future of mobility and make the world a better place. Career Possibilities: Toyota is a place for people who dream big and are determined to make those dreams a reality. We encourage innovation and look for people who will challenge the status quo in order to make the world a better place. We thrive on teamwork and collaboration and know diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are not only the right thing for our people, they are a business imperative. Together, we re empowered to forge our own paths to be agile, curious and embrace a growth mindset and immerse ourselves in situations to gain new perspectives and to inspire bold, innovative ways of thinking and working. Our success as a company is directly tied to our team members success, and our collective ability to give back to society through an unwavering commitment to delight our customers and make people s lives better. 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