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Tool & Die Maintenance Team Member (3rd Shift)

DENSO · Maryville, TN

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Level
Technician
Team
Reliability
Industry
Automotive
Posted
30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at DENSO (automotive) in Maryville, TN. To confirm parts and or components meet print specifications to tolerances of +/-0.01mm.

Tools it names
Kaizen, Machining, Tooling
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.

Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1784 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 49 other live reliability postings in Tennessee.

Experience asked
Not stated

Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Team leadership 54%
  • PLC 52%
  • EHS / safety 30%
  • Welding 28%
  • Root cause 24%
  • ✓ Tooling 22%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Kaizen, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coverage

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This plant: DENSO in Maryville

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Responsibilities

  • ◆Utilize measuring equipment such as mics, calipers, bore gages, etc. to confirm parts and or components meet print specifications to tolerances of +/-0.01mm.
  • ◆May be required to operate all conventional manual machining equipment such as mills, lathes, surfaces grinders, cylinder grinders, drill press, etc. to modify, make, or repair parts when needed to +/- 0.01mm and select appropriate tooling and setups to achieve acceptable results.
  • ◆Analyze, modify and optimize repeat jobs for maximum efficiency.
  • ◆Effectively apply the PDCA process to identify potential process improvements
  • ◆Perform proper repair methods including machining, hand working, and assembly of tooling components and perishable items to restore to an acceptable quality level.
  • ◆Completely adhere to all Denso Safety rules. This applies to performing work on all dies as well as daily interaction on the plant floor.
  • ◆Support new product development by working directly with Production Engineering to manufacture die components.
  • ◆Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to implement kaizen opportunities and reduce downtime.
  • ◆Maintain detailed logs and maintenance records.
  • ◆Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and industry-specific standards.

Qualifications

  • ✓High School Diploma or GED
  • ✓Minimum of 2 or more years of related die maintenance experience required
  • ✓Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • ✓Ability to comprehend written and verbal instruction and display a high aptitude in blueprint reading, math, and mechanical aptitude.
  • ✓Ability to prioritize work when necessary to best support Production in the most efficient and effective manner.
  • ✓Ability to work independently with minimum supervision or direction and make sound, experience-based decisions.
  • ✓Knowledge of industrial safety practices and procedures.
  • ✓Display behavior which exhibits a positive attitude and willingness to accept change and communicate with leadership and coworkers effectively as needed.
  • ✓Availability for shift work, weekends, or on-call support as required by production demands.
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Key

Work Environment

  • •PPE required and provided, including safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection in designated areas.
  • •Fast-paced automotive manufacturing and testing environment.

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