Exploring Careers at Toyota Material Handling

Toyota Material Handling (TMH) is the headquarters of Toyota Forklifts in North America. We work hard to lead the industry in customer service, and we strive to be the full line partner to every Toyota forklift owner in the country. That means staying with them throughout the lifetime of their ownership, assisting them with any questions or maintenance needs they may need as part of the Toyota 360 Promise. Here are a few common questions asked before beginning a new career journey with TMH.

Do I need to have experience with forklifts to work at Toyota Corporate? 

Industry experience is always helpful, but we are first and foremost looking for individuals who match our core values and our corporate culture. We hire for attitude and aptitude.

What types of roles are available at Toyota Forklifts?

We offer sales, marketing, parts, service, strategic planning, finance, logistics positions, and many more. We also have a summer internship program.

What is the interview process like at Toyota Forklifts? 

In most cases, candidates go through a phone screen with HR. If all goes well, candidates go through a phone interview with the hiring manager. If the hiring manager feels the candidate may be qualified, the candidate will have a third round of interviews on campus with various individuals from the company.

What kind of benefits are available at Toyota Forklifts? 

We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits. We also have an onsite fitness and medical center which is open to associates and family members on the benefit plan. Compensation and benefits are discussed more in-depth during the offer process.

Is upward mobility available at Toyota Forklifts? 

Yes, succession planning is a top priority at Toyota Forklifts and associates are encouraged to move internally to different departments to gain knowledge of all aspects of the business.

What are some of the Toyota Core Values and what is Toyota Forklift’s culture like?

Toyota’s core values are: be faithful to your duties, be ahead of the times, be practical and avoid frivolity, be kind and generous, and be humble. TMH has partnered with The American Red Cross to support both local and national needs. Associates are encouraged to volunteer using paid volunteer hours to support their communities. The culture at Toyota Forklifts is modeled around our values; it’s a professional, friendly atmosphere in which we are all working together toward one goal of being the best we can be.