Overview

Who we are

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 Production Control is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Analyst to lead packaging development for new models and mass production.

Additionally, this position requires a driven individual who can make an accounting for all things within their scope, from KPI reporting to special initiative updates to Manager and Sr Management. Manage functions which include New Model projects (ECI, Buildout, Start Up).

Reporting to Keith Evans (Manager), this person will utilize the Production Control 5-year plan, Company /PC Planning Hoshin objectives, and Mgt direction to achieve/exceed Company, Dept, and Group Main KPI.

What you’ll be doing

Manage operation/function. (What will be the key operational/functional responsibility):

1. New Packaging Development – Develop strategies for the management of packaging for New Model Projects from Kick-off to Start of Production. This includes concept planning/prototype development with existing or new packaging vendors, Final approval of concept with one voice agreement from all stakeholders (Conveyance, 3PL, Mfg shops, etc), manufacturing tracking and shipment of all packaging while achieving major milestones / KPI for the project.

2. Mass Production Packaging Maintenance / Kaizen – Develop Strategies to efficiently maintain packaging resources from TMMMS to Supplier while focusing on cost reduction. Kaizen current packaging improves Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Cost for the end user.

3. Manage processes. (What is the scope and responsibilities of the processes).

• Must create supplement orders for missing or damaged freight.
• Procure and manage freight expedites to meet production timing.
• Resolve part shortage with an internal investigation.

4. Problem Solving

• Work with Vendors and 3PL to communicate and resolve packaging issues.

5. Maintain flexibility to manage the unknown, new projects, and crisis situations (including reflection)

What you bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Packaging and/or equivalent Packaging experience greater than 2 years.
• Supply Chain experience.
• Demonstrate experience leading people through projects.
• TPS fundamentals understanding and practice in problem-solving, standardization, JIT, etc.
• Ability to lead coordination meetings with all levels of management to ensure production volumes are met on time. (with visualization skills).
• Ability to take large amounts of data/information and summarize to the necessary audience (Executive Updates).

Added bonus if you have

• Supply Chain Management experience.
• Packaging degree and/or experience.
• Power-BI, SQL, or Sequel experience.
• High level of competence with MS Office operating systems.
• Ability to work different shifts/weekends as required Ability to work different shifts/weekends as required.

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).

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.

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