Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada (TMMC) is a world-class automotive facility with manufacturing plants located in Cambridge and Woodstock, Ontario. We are one of the largest Toyota Motor Manufacturing facilities in North America and we produce the gas and hybrid models of the Toyota RAV4, the Lexus RX, and the Lexus NX. Recognized year after year on the global stage for manufacturing quality by our customers, we are also recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers.

The world-famous Toyota Production System, a philosophy of continuous improvement and ongoing training, enables each Team Member to work towards their highest potential. The results of our company stem from hiring committed, self-motivated team members, with the ability to work together to achieve team goals.

What We Offer

We see the value in learning from each other. That’s why we inspire collaboration and team building at every turn. Working with a variety of experience professionals, you’ll form meaningful relationships, gain mentorship and expand your knowledge. And with both formal and on-the-job training, you’ll get the support to reach your goals – and keep setting new ones. Around here, every day is new, exciting and packed with opportunities.

• Competitive compensation package includes overtime pay, annual bonus, and flexible benefits program
• Valuable Defined Contribution Pension Plan including individual contributions and robust company contributions starting on date of hire
• 19 Paid Days off during the year in which their first anniversary falls, plus 5 Floating Holidays that generally fall between Christmas and New Year
• Voluntary Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) or a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), conveniently funded by Team Member payroll contributions
• Family is important - maternity and parental leave program has Employment Insurance (EI) top-up 5 
• Career support through reimbursement for professional development and tuition fees
• Vitality Wellness App that encourages and rewards you for developing a healthier lifestyle
• Company Diversity and Inclusion business partnering groups
• Employee & Family Vehicle Discounts
• Create friendly and long-lasting relationships through social events and an on-site fitness facility

This job is based in Cambridge.

Role Overview

As the Manufacturing Engineering - Stamping, you will be responsible for project implementation, Key Performance Indicator achievement (ergonomics, quality output, process efficiency/cycle time improvements) and resolving shop problems through root cause analysis and Toyota Business Practice (TBP) problem solving.  Your clear communication skills and cross functional team approach will allow you to work effectively with TMMC team members in continuous improvement.  In this role you will provide technical guidance and collaborate with operations, maintenance, and quality to ensure performance targets are achieved for your assigned process area.

What you’ll be doing

• Strengthen KPI achievement through data-driven analysis with emphasis on safety adherence, quality improvements, cost reduction, throughput increase and efficient manufacturing processes
• Support capital investment projects and manage all aspects of implementation (budget, developing scope and equipment/process specifications, bid management, procurement, installation, integration, commissioning, and buyoff)
• Identify bottlenecks in blanking, laser welding, stamping processes to Countermeasure, Kaizen, and Yokoten
• Determine process/equipment necessary conditions to establish capable process
• Support quality outflow investigations, analysis and recurrence prevention
• Support daily cycle time improvements through process improvements, downtime reduction, etc
• Support daily operation cost competitiveness through automation, repairs/maintenance, scrap reduction, etc
• Support cross-functional teams to identify root cause and countermeasure quality and productivity issues
• Maintain management systems to ensure standardization and compliance; ensure equipment and systems comply with relevant standards and legislation

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering other technical degree, or comparable education and experience is required (Electrical or Controls education is preferred)
• Minimum of 1– 3 years of practical engineering experience (high-volume manufacturing experience is preferred)
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Stamping process, including equipment and automation
• Strong project management skills and demonstrated capability to lead without authority (ex. Capital investment projects, Takt/Minor/Model/Process changes, department coordination)
• Experience leading equipment breakdown troubleshooting, breakdown recurrence prevention and 5-why analysis    
• Experience leading equipment installation and refurbishment including safety risk assessment, equipment design and specification, Pre-start Health and Safety Review (PSHSR) and equipment buyoff and commissioning
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Willing to support daily and weekend overtime requirements as needed
• Possible travel to the USA and Japan (1-2 times/year)
• Must be flexible to work in Cambridge and/or Woodstock

Additional Preferred Qualifications (may be used for interview selection):

• PLC / HMI programming knowledge (ControlLogix, Mitsubishi, Toyopuc, Pro-face preferred)
• Motor Drive / VFD programming knowledge (Mitsubishi, Yaskawa preferred)
• Safety PLC programming, and safety circuit knowledge (Siemens, AB GuardLogix preferred)
• SCADA system knowledge (AVEVA /Indusoft preferred)
• Knowledge of Power BI for data visualization

TMMC is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe in enabling people of different ages, sexes, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions, colours, races, ancestries, citizenships, ethnic origins, places of origin, and creeds to work together and realize their full potential. TMMC is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation.