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Production Engineer Assistant Manager

Toyota Material Handling North America
Columbus, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 11/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/13/2026
Job Description

Join our Toyota Material Handling Team as a Production Engineer Assistant Manager

The Role:

We're seeking a passionate and dedicated Production Engineer Assistant Manager who brings decisiveness, strong decision-making, and expertise to the table. In this role, you'll provide leadership to Engineers and Technicians in their day-to-day pursuit of continuous improvement of Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost. At Toyota Material Handling, we value innovative and creative ideas. If you enjoy tackling challenges while having the opportunity to make a lasting impact on our business, you will feel right at home.

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Supervise day-to-day activities and project progression of multiple Engineer and Technician level Associates
  • Mentor and develop direct reports following TMH leadership models and practices
  • Work as a member and sometimes lead cross functional teams with Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Design Engineering as a representative of the Production Engineering department
  • Manage overall workload and resources to meet customer needs and department goals
  • Identify and lead the implementation of projects to resolve immediate issues as well as long term improvement goals
  • Oversee the spending of expense and capital budgets by direct reports
  • Guide direct reports through TMHNA CapEx approval process
  • Oversee the management of engineering projects utilizing schedules, budgeting, and key performance indicators
  • Mentor an Engineering team through the development of department vision plans and project roadmaps
  • Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
  • Additional duties as assigned

What We're Looking For:
  • Associate or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology. (Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial)
  • 5 years of hands-on experience
  • 2 years of leadership experience preferred
  • Ability to work and communicate professionally with all levels within the TMH organization
  • Computer skills, including the ability to prepare thorough, concise reports and justifications
  • Strong experience with problem solving
  • Strong work ethic, intrinsically motivated, ability to organize work and multi-task
  • Understanding of manufacturing methods including welding, cutting, turning, and milling
  • Able to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings and measurement methods
  • Willingness and ability to effectively work hands-on

Where and When You'll Work:
  • This is an in-person role located at our Columbus, Indiana office-ideal for those who thrive in a hands-on, team-oriented environment.

What Your Total Compensation & Benefits Package will look like:

Salary - $95,000 - $125,000 per year. Compensation depends on the selected candidate's education and experience.

Relocation: This role is eligible for relocation assistance based on current location

World Class Benefits:
  • Competitive Salary
  • Performance Bonus
  • Generous Paid Time Off and 13 Paid Holidays
  • Affordable Medical plans and no-cost Dental & Vision options
  • 100% 401(k) match up to 6%
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to mental health care, legal support, and financial guidance
  • Recognition and Kaizen (continuous improvement) Reward Programs
  • Meaningful opportunities for personal and professional development
  • Onsite Fitness Center & Occupational Health Clinic
  • Best in class work culture!

Big Name | Big Opportunities | Life is Better at Toyota

Toyota Material Handling North America (TMHNA), the industry leader in forklift sales, comprises two main brands: Toyota Material Handling and The Raymond Corporation. We believe investing in the best people, products, and processes will fuel our future success, and we will always be driven by our foundational principles of "respect for people" and "continuous improvement". With opportunities across North America, we are confident you will find the right position within TMHNA that can help you build a long, fulfilling career.

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Salary : $95,000 - $125,000

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