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Job description
SEIBI Technician - Automotive Manufacturing
Job Type: Full-Time Contract
Travel: Up to 50% domestic & international (depending on assignment)
Overtime: 20-25% typical based on project needs
About CrossSafety
CrossSafety provides engineering and technical professionals to support large-scale automotive manufacturing, battery production, and new model launch programs across North America. We partner with industry-leading OEMs to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution.
Our clients seeking support are often looking to fill positions quickly and in multiple locations across the United States. As such we intend on developing a pool of interested and eligible candidates who can be utilized when our clients make their requests.
About the SEIBI Role
SEIBI Technicians play a critical role in equipment verification, installation readiness, production trial support, and equipment confirmation across both new model programs and ongoing production operations.
Assignments may include:
Paint shop automation & robotics
Battery pack assembly systems
Vehicle manufacturing equipment
Conveyors, torque tools, logistics automation, and safety interlocks
This is a hands-on, technical field role that works closely with engineers, vendors, suppliers, and plant teams to ensure safety, quality, and productivity targets are achieved.
Key Responsibilities
Equipment & Process Support Support equipment installation, commissioning, and trial-based confirmations
Perform Seibi checks for Safety, Electrical, and Mechanical design compliance
Verify equipment against Toyota standards and production requirements
Review mechanical and electrical drawings, schematics, and safety interlock logic
Support adjustments to meet targets for Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Productivity
Robotics & Controls (Paint, Assembly, Pack, etc.)
Online robot programming (e.g., paint robots, sealing, UBC, dampening, material handling)
Offline robot simulation, reach studies, and cycle time analysis
Evaluate and adjust robot paths, parameters, and quality outcomes
PLC, Controls & Industrial Automation
Support PLC programming and troubleshooting (Toyopuc, Allen Bradley, Omron, Siemens)
Assist with vision systems (Keyence or similar), sensors, I/O, safety relays, and device tests
Confirm conveyor, AGV/AMR, and material handling hardware operation
Vendor Trials & Buyoffs
Perform Seibi confirmations during vendor buyoff trials
Support equipment evaluations in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Japan
Validate safety, cycle times, operation availability, and equipment quality
Documentation & Communication
Create handover documents, snapshots, and process confirmation records
Maintain detailed reports, checklists, KPIs, and punchlist items
Communicate effectively with engineering, vendors, and global teams
Required Qualifications 2-year technical degree, trade school certification, or 3+ years equivalent technical experience
Hands-on experience with industrial equipment installation, troubleshooting, or commissioning
Ability to read mechanical/electrical drawings
Experience with PLC programming or troubleshooting (Toyopuc, AB, Omron, Siemens)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams)
Ability to work overtime (up to ~25%) and support weekend/holiday work when required
Ability to travel domestically & internationally (up to 50% during peak project phases)
Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
Preferred Skills Experience with robotics (Kawasaki, Fanuc, Yaskawa) - paint or assembly applications
Digital engineering tools: CATIA, Delmia, SolidWorks, Inventor
Experience with manufacturing equipment procurement, layouts, or commissioning
Experience with vision systems (Keyence, Cognex, etc.)
Exposure to AGVs/AMRs and traffic control systems
Automotive or high-volume manufacturing background
Additional technical certifications
Work Environment & PPE Automotive manufacturing plant environment
Follow all PPE requirements: steel-toe footwear, safety glasses, protective headwear (and additional PPE as required)
Why Join CrossSafety Grow your technical and leadership skills alongside an established and expanding professional consulting firm
Join a team of over 150 supportive and safety-focused professionals including Industrial Hygienists, Ergonomists, Safety Engineers, Construction Safety Specialists, and industry-leading engineering teams
Advance your career by working Fortune 500 companies and in dynamic environments where your leadership truly matters
Contribute to high-impact industrial and construction projects across the United States
Equal Opportunity Employer
CrossSafety fosters an inclusive and respectful workplace. Accommodations are available upon request.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
Worksite address
lexington, KY, 40598, US
Who can apply
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