Group Leader, Paint Maintenance

We believe that sharing common values and bringing together ideas from all people of a community triggers more engagement, creativity and performance. By inspiring each other and fostering an inclusive, friendly environment that helps us thrive as individuals we create a unique and cooperative work sphere. We value diversity and inclusion and care for everybody that supports us with his and her skills.

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Group Leader, Paint Maintenance (Weekend Shift | 3x12 Schedule)

Mazda Toyota Manufacturing Teamwork, Respect, Innovation, Opportunity not just words, but the cornerstone of Mazda Toyota Manufacturing USA’s $1.6 Billion manufacturing plant in Huntsville, Alabama.

We are looking for a driven Paint Maintenance Group Leader to join our weekend crew, working a 3-day, 12-hour shift schedule. This role offers the opportunity to lead a high-performing team while supporting critical operations in a state-of-the-art manufacturing environment.

You will drive continuous improvement initiatives centered around paint line equipment efficiency and reliability, while helping team members and contractors understand the importance and impact of these efforts.

• Establish strong team member relations, at all levels and provide support for people development, coaching, and mentoring with a focus on teamwork and inclusion
• Work closely with advisors from Mazda and Toyota
• Create improvement strategies relative to KPI achievement and in translating those strategies into concrete action plans by use of Floor Management Systems
• Lead safety initiatives and support Kaizen activities
• Ensure alignment of activities to support the business plan
• Support preventative and predictive maintenance system and ensure compliance and effectiveness
• Support new equipment introduction
• Create and manage team member development plans
• Spare parts setup and management
• Support long-term maintenance reliability and efficiency strategy
• Support reliability Kaizen including major breakdown root cause analysis, KPI/SSR action plan implementation, utility infrastructure risk analysis, and system efficiency
• Lead activities to improve operational efficiency and reduce MTTR/MTBF
• Manage Maintenance standardization activity including master maintenance plans, contingency plans, and best practices
• Lead evaluation and maintenance cost reduction activities
• Troubleshoot and problem solving to eliminate chronic line stop issues
• Cultivate a workforce that is representative of Diversity and Inclusion initiatives
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the department
• Be available to work outside of normal work schedule, including but not limited to holidays, shutdowns, and travel as needed (domestically and internationally)

High School Diploma or GED

At least 1 year of supervisory experience in automotive manufacturing (paint experience preferred)

Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

2+ years of supervisory experience in automotive manufacturing

Experience in paint or assembly/logistics environments

Degree in Engineering, Technical, or Business field

Experience working with Toyota production or logistics systems

At Mazda Toyota Manufacturing USA Inc., we offer the opportunity to end each day with a smile and a sense of pride in the work that you do. Our innovative, inclusive environment allows every single one of our team members the chance to learn from others and do something that matters – from building vehicles that lead in quality & value to making a true difference in Mazda Toyota Manufacturing and our hometown North Alabama community.

• Comprehensive healthcare and wellness plans
• 401K Savings Plan featuring a company match.
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Vehicle Discount Program
• Child Care Assistance Program
• Relocation Assistance (if applicable)
• Hiring Range Salary: $95,650.21 - $

We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your personal compensation in the market range. Our compensation structure consists of an annual salary and a yearly discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance.

Mazda Toyota Manufacturing is a jointly owned-and-operated automotive production plant. Our facility is expected to create up to 4,000 jobs and will build up to 300,000 vehicles a year. Production on the all-new Toyota Corolla Cross began in September 2021, and…