Manufacturing Technician (Operator)
Dana · Warren, MI
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- 27 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Dana (automotive) in Warren, MI.
- Tools it names
- 5S, TPM, SMED, Root cause, SPC, Control plans
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
How this role compares
Against 26 other live manufacturing postings in Michigan.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Tooling 59%
- CNC 48%
- ✓ Team leadership 44%
- Machining 37%
- Robotics 30%
- EHS / safety 26%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for SMED, SPC, Control plans, Cost reduction, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
Pulled from the posting text. If it's not listed here, the posting didn't say.
How to get in at this plant
Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.
- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at Dana
We found 1 person at this company and state: 1 on the team. Engineers who joined in the last year or two reply the most. See them ↓
- 2
Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
Write to Dana → (free) - 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
Apply with someone vouching for you
If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
- 5
Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
This plant: Dana in Warren
6 other open roles at this site · 1 person we found on the manufacturing team.
- Controls Technician - 2nd Shift · Controls · Technician
- Facilities Maintenance Technician · Reliability · Technician
- Sr. Weld Engineer · Manufacturing · Senior
- Sr. Controls Technician · Controls · Technician
- Maintenance Technician · Reliability · Technician
- Manufacturing Engineer · Manufacturing
Full description from DanaAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆1. Operate equipment to accepted safety and production standards.
- ◆2. Maintain clean and safe work area utilizing 5S methodologies and in accordance with hazard assessment.
- ◆3. Actively participate in problem solving, continuous improvement and teaming activities utilizing the following methodologies:
- ◆Use and maintain product and process controls utilizing Dynamic Control Plan (DCP) methodology.
- ◆Participate in problem solving activities utilizing 8D and Poka-Yoke methodology.
- ◆Strive for quality improvement and cost reduction, utilizing continuous improvement methodologies.
- ◆Support in training and development of new team members.
- ◆Work in and promote teamwork.
- ◆4. Maintain and utilize Statistical Process Control (SPC), Quality Operating System (QOS) measurables and all Dana reporting documentation.
- ◆5. Maintain and verify all quality gaging, Poka-Yokes and mistake proof devices in accordance with Dana engineered specifications.
- ◆6. Verify and maintain just-in-time inventory based on pull system.
- ◆7. Ensure that equipment is serviced as required utilizing Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) methodology.
- ◆8. Set-up all equipment in the entire cell to accepted engineering standards, utilizing quick changeover methodology.
- ◆9. Determine what repairs are required based on MRB documents.
- ◆10. Must be able to use hand gages, (micrometers, calipers, snap gages and master gages).
- ◆11. Notify supervisor of issues or problems.
- ◆12. DOT training if required Hilo driving.
- ◆13. Perform other duties as assigned by area supervisor.
Show full description ↓Show less ↑
Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets – passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.
Current Starting Base Wage = $21.00
2nd & 3rd Shifts earn an additional $0.50 cents per hour for shift premium
JOB TITLE: Manufacturing Technician LOCATION: Production Warren
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR : Area Supervisor
Positions supervised : n/a
GENERAL SUMMARY : Set-up, operate and maintain standard and complex manufacturing processes consistent with approved engineering standards and quality parameters. To be an active participant in line/cell teams, contribute to the company’s vision and goals, while safely operating production equipment.
______________________________________________________________________
JOB
Knowledge, skills and abilities
- •1. High school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience.
- •2. Must be willing to work in a team environment.
- •3. Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form, as required.
- •4. Must have a positive attitude.
- •5. Must be willing to assume responsibility and be accountable for their actions.
- •6. Create and work in an environment of respect and integrity.
- •7. Helpful to be mechanically inclined.
- •8. Must have the ability to be trained in skills required per the training matrix.
- •9. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds without a manipulator (lift assist).
Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters
Please note that as per Dana policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Dana will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.