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. Founded in 1904 and based in Maumee, Ohio, the company employs 36,000 people in 33 countries on six continents. In 2018, Dana generated sales of $8.1 billion. For more information, please visit dana.com.
JOB SUMMARY
Work closely with Process Engineers and Manufacturing to support and improve manufacturing operations, including trouble shooting equipment and process issues, performing and documenting fixtures and equipment maintenance, and updating process documentation. Assists Process Engineers/Maintenance with projects through building or procuring test equipment and performing testing, including process verification.
JOB RESPONSIBLITIES
Identify and troubleshoot process, material, or equipment problems to minimize down time and recommend solutions to Manufacturing Engineering.
Develop, assemble, procure, or modify existing and new tooling, fixtures, and equipment to ensure efficient production methods.
Assist the Process with revisions and improvements to manufacturing methods and procedures, including writing change orders and deviations.
Assists with hands on training of manufacturing employees on new products, tooling, equipment, and process revisions.
Schedule, complete, and document routine maintenance on applicable manufacturing and test equipment.
Read schematics, assembly drawings, data sheets, and process sheets to perform testing, build fixtures, check out and trouble-shoot equipment.
Assist in failure analysis, trouble shooting, rework/repair of non-conforming manufactured product to determine root cause.
Perform tests, gather data, and write results/reports with assistance from Process Engineering, utilizing various types of electro-mechanical equipment.
Promote and support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement activities in Manufacturing
Installs and validates equipment and process in the production area to improve yield and/or reduce cycle time following the established validation procedure.
Supports periodic volume increases through testing of production product following applicable processes and procedures.
All other duties as assigned
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Associates Degree in Engineering Technology or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Ability to perform all assigned tasks, work independently, and complete work on a schedule.
Follow Process Engineers direction while displaying cooperative and positive behavior with co-workers.
PLC experience and understanding of Ladder Logic preferred.
Basic understanding and ability to read prints and schematics.
Background in practical electronics, electrical test equipment and trouble shooting.
Ability to develop and execute a detailed test plan.
Working knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook).
Strong problem-solving skills and efficient management of time and resources.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB
Prior experience in highly automated manufacturing operations
Ability to use and understand general test equipment including DVM, torque wrenches, force gages
Experience with ASRS, AGC’s & Robots (ABB preferred)
Experience with Weld controllers for laser, friction, mag-arc & Mig welding
Ability to trouble shoot PLC’s (Allen Bradley/Siemens) and HMI’s
Production experience with M.E.S
Must be able to work off shifts
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
