SAN ANTONIO – October 31, 2026 -- Toyota Texas has surpassed 4,000 team members at its San Antonio plant and is committing $250,000 in workforce development grants to three local organizations.
Supplier base adds 5,600 jobs on the Toyota Texas campus
More than 20 on-site suppliers employ an additional 5,600 people on the plant campus. The headcount milestone follows the completion of hiring for the new Rear Axle Unit Plant, which has brought on more than 400 employees ahead of its upcoming operations.
Toyota Texas said training, professional development and upskilling programs are meant to prepare employees for evolving manufacturing technologies.
"Manufacturing is ultimately about people," said Frank Voss, group vice president of truck manufacturing at Toyota Motor North America and president of Toyota Texas.
Goodwill San Antonio receives $100,000 for technical career pathways
The funding supports Goodwill's Technical Career Pathways Program. Eligible participants can train through the Reentry Pathway and the Manufacturing Boot Camp Pathway, which target justice-involved individuals and others seeking skills training and career preparation. Goodwill San Antonio CEO Carlos Contreras said the money will expand access to technical training in manufacturing, construction and logistics.
Southwest ISD gets $100,000 to expand welding programs
The grant funds career and technical education and workforce preparedness initiatives in Southwest Independent School District, which serves the community around the plant. It will pay for equipment, instructional resources and hands-on learning in welding and related industry programs. Acting Superintendent Brandon Crisp said the investment will reach students in the P-TECH and traditional welding pathways at Southwest Legacy High School.
Project QUEST secures $50,000 for individualized job training
The funding backs Project QUEST's individualized workforce development program. Participants gain access to career assessments, education and training, coaching and job placement support. The program prepares them for careers in advanced manufacturing, healthcare, skilled trades and other high-demand industries.
Vehicle assembly plant expansion to start hiring in 2029
Toyota Texas expects hiring for its future vehicle assembly plant expansion to begin in 2029.