Manufacturing Technician

Job title: Manufacturing Technician

About the Role Dana is seeking a Manufacturing Technician for our Warren, MI facility. You will set up, operate and maintain standard and complex manufacturing processes consistent with approved engineering standards and quality parameters, while safely operating production equipment and actively supporting line/cell teams.

What You'll Do

• Operate equipment to accepted safety and production standards.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area utilizing 5S methodologies and hazard assessment.
• Actively participate in problem solving, continuous improvement and teaming activities using Dynamic Control Plan (DCP) methodology; participate in 8D and Poka-Yoke techniques; strive for quality improvement and cost reduction; support training of new team members; promote teamwork.
• Maintain and utilize Statistical Process Control (SPC), Quality Operating System (QOS) measurables and Dana reporting documentation.
• Maintain and verify quality gauging, Poka-Yokes and mistake-proof devices per Dana specifications.
• Verify and maintain just-in-time inventory based on pull system.
• Ensure equipment is serviced as required using Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) methodology.
• Set up all equipment in the cell to engineering standards using quick changeover.
• Determine repairs required based on MRB documents.
• Use hand gages (micrometers, calipers, snap gages and master gages).
• Notify supervisor of issues or problems; DOT training if required; Hi-Lo driving.
• Perform other duties as assigned by area supervisor.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience.
• Must be willing to work in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form, as required.
• Must have a positive attitude.
• Must be willing to assume responsibility and be accountable for their actions.
• Create and work in an environment of respect and integrity.
• Helpful to be mechanically inclined.
• Must have the ability to be trained in skills required per the training matrix.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds without a manipulator (lift assist).

Nice to Have

• Mechanical inclination.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting base wage: $18.00 per hour. 2nd & 3rd shifts earn an additional $0.50 per hour shift premium.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other protected classes.