Craig Zoutendyk

Craig Zoutendyk has extensive experience in the automotive industry, currently serving as the General Manager of Press & Weld Plants and the General Manager of Production Engineering & Planning Division at Toyota SA since July 2001. In these roles, Craig Zoutendyk has focused on strategic planning for plant production optimization, overseeing the preparation of facilities, equipment, and tooling for new vehicle launches and optimization projects. Prior to joining Toyota, Craig Zoutendyk worked as a Process Technician at Behr from 1994 to 2001. Craig Zoutendyk holds a National Higher Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from Technikon Natal, earned between 1988 and 1992, and completed studies at Westville Boys High School from 1982 to 1987.