Assembly Technician Tier II

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 passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway equipment markets, Dana provides original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

About the role

This position performs all phases of work entailed in assigned operations, which may include machining, assembly, and painting of components and/or completed driveshafts for light-duty applications in pick-up trucks and sport utility vehicles. The role requires working safely, following standardized work instructions, and ensuring quality to produce completed driveshaft assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Review work schedule, check equipment, safety devices, mistake-proofing devices, components, and supplies required for scheduled work.
• Learn and perform all job steps and procedures (e.g., work instructions, processes) to successfully complete operations.
• Perform required housekeeping duties as necessary.
• Complete all required paperwork.
• Maintain equipment and tools as needed.
• Report safety hazards, quality issues, and material shortages to the Team Leader.
• Work in a team environment and participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Adhere to policies and procedures of the Health & Safety Management System, Quality Management System, and Environmental Management System.
• Follow all applicable safety rules and procedures.
• Cross-train on other jobs as required.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen or legal alien.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• No felony convictions within the past 7 years.
• Two work references or 6 months of employment experience.
• Must meet physical requirements for the position.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, overtime, and weekends as required.
• Excellent attendance record.
• Willingness to cross-train within the department.

Skills

• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions for Statistical Process Control (SPC) measurements and charting.
• Ability to read and understand written processes, work instructions, and safety rules.
• Ability to read and interpret metric measurements using various measuring tools.
• Ability to use or learn to use equipment and tools required for the job.

Physical Requirements

• Force exertion: 10 to 50 lbs. constantly, depending on operation.
• Standing: 100% of the time.
• Walking: Up to 75% of the time.
• Lifting/carrying: 5 to 40 lbs., depending on operation.
• Lifting bulky items (e.g., totes, boxes): Up to 50 lbs. occasionally in some operations.
• Static push/pull: Up to 35 lbs.
• Grasping minimum: 10 lbs.
• Full range of motion required for cervical, shoulders, elbows, wrists, fingers, hands, back, knees, and feet.
• Job function cycles (repetitious): 200 to 1,500 per shift, depending on operation.

Working Conditions

• 100% inside with concrete floors.
• Conditions may include moderate noise, moderate vibration, moving mechanical parts, chemicals, dust, slick floors, and narrow access.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen.