Lead Seibi Technician - Production Engineering

Overview

Who we are

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world's most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We're looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

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 Engineering Powertrain Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Lead Seibi Technician.

The primary responsibilities of this position will be to execute North American machine set up, increase Operation Availability (OA) through continuous improvement and lead problem-solving activities for technical issues.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager at the TMMWV Satellite Office, the person in this role will support the Powertrain department's objective to execute Capital Projects from planning thru Start of Production (SOP)

Successful candidates must exhibit Toyota Way leadership values; (Respect for People and Continuous Improvement). Desired characteristics include perseverance, curiosity for enrichment learning, self-motivation, good communication skills and humility. Must be able to navigate complex problem solving at the regional level. A successful candidate must be effective at identifying and removing barriers that hinder progress. Candidates must be able to decide on appropriate work priorities, develop and execute schedules for said priorities and report their status to the management group.

What you'll be doing

• Participating in project planning for Seibi with PE
• Make detailed Seibi master schedules that align to PE master schedules for project work
• Lead regular Seibi communication meetings
• Develop & manage denwachos for commissioning processes
• Provide written and verbal project status reports to management and other groups
• Recognize Seibi member struggles and suggest/implement C/M's
• Lead effective communication with Mgr. and Seibi members that require resolutions
• Improve skill by coaching, conducting OJT and arranging for off-site training
• Evaluate Seibi task for safety using JSA's and denwacho for activity.
• Perform "hands-on" Seibi tasks alongside T/M's as needed to complete work objectives
• Support and facilitate troubleshooting as needed
• This position involves extensive movement throughout the manufacturing facility

What you bring

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Technical associate's degree or higher or equivalent training such as vocational certificate or similar
• At least 3+ years of experience with Powertrain manufacturing such as spindle machines, leak testers, robots or similar
• Intermediate to advance proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• At least 3+ years of PLC programming experience including the ability to read, interpret and modify
• At least 3+ years of experience with input/output for machine-to-machine communication
• Willingness to work required overtime and travel as needed both domestic and international

Added bonus if you have

• Associates degree or higher
• Machine Safety Fundamental Course completion
• 3 years preferred experience as a Powertrain Seibi
• Working experience with Microsoft Power BI (including data importation, report creation and troubleshooting)
• Experience gathering and analyzing quality data from precision measurement devices such as CMM, Adcole, etc.
• Experience presenting and reporting out to all levels of the company, including Sr. Mgt, Plant President, Group Leaders, Team Members and Vendors
• Experience with Production Processes including Standardized Work and Job Instruction Sheets
• New model launch experience

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
• 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
• 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 all 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.

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.

Client-provided location(s): Charleston, WV

Job ID: Toyota_North_America-1476810073

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-12-10T18:58:21