DENSO Machine Tech (1st & 2nd Shift Pipeline)

Denso

Battle Creek, MI

On-site

Who this role is best for

Geared toward candidates comfortable with hands-on machine maintenance and process improvement, with experience in lean manufacturing and quality assurance.

Best fit for

Candidates experienced in lean practices and machine diagnostics in manufacturing environments
— “Efficient machine operation, performing preventative maintenance, understanding production ratios, applying LOTO, 3S and 5S in daily activities”
Individuals with a track record in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
— “find abnormal machine problems as well as finding the root cause of the problem”
Professionals who can train others and manage cross-functional teams during maintenance activities
— “Communicate with support areas, lead and direct associates during TPM activities”

Things to consider

Early start times for 1st shift may impact work-life balance for some candidates
— “1st Shift Core Hours can start as early as 5:00am”
Shift work arrangement involves extended hours, up to 10 hours per day
— “8-10 hour shifts”

How to stand out

Highlight experience with TPM and root cause analysis in your resume and interview responses
— “Maintain the equipment by TPM standards, schedule monthly TPM activities”
Demonstrate your ability to train others on complex machinery and lead improvement projects
— “train associates on complex and robotic machines”
Showcase your skill in using basic hand tools and measuring devices with specific examples
— “Must demonstrate proper use of basic hand tools and measurement devices”

Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

high equipment uptime
positive production metrics
low downtime

Typical background

machine technician certification3+ years of experience in manufacturing

Skills & requirements

Required

Machine OperationPreventative MaintenanceTPM StandardsRoot Cause AnalysisQuality ControlSafety Procedures

Preferred

Team LeadershipTraining

Stack & domain

Machine OperationPreventative MaintenanceProduction RatiosLOTO3S5SProduct QualityDocumentationKaizenPractical Problem SolvingMachine RepairSafety ProceduresTs16949Iso14000Basic MathChartsRecordsLog BooksGraphsBasic Hand ToolsMeasurement DevicesComputer SkillsTeamworkProblem-solvingCommunicationAttention To DetailLeadershipTrainingManufacturingQuality ControlSafety

About the role

Original posting from Denso

Machine Technician
1st Shift Core Hours can start as early as 5:00am, 8-10 hour shifts
2nd Shift Core Hours can start as early as 3:00pm, 8-10 hour shifts
A RESUME IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School diploma or GED equivalent.
Efficient machine operation, performing preventative maintenance, understanding production ratios, applying LOTO, 3S and 5S in daily activities, deep understanding of product quality and documentation, experience in Kaizen and Practical Problem Solving.
Must be able to successfully complete a Machine Technician Assessment.
Must be able to read and interpret manuals and perform basic math with a calculator.
Must be able to read, compute, interpret, construct and maintain charts, records, log books and graphs.
Must demonstrate proper use of basic hand tools and measurement devices.
Must have basic computer skills.
Must have general knowledge of machine repair, safety procedures, TS16949 and ISO14000.
DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain the equipment by TPM standards, schedule monthly TPM activities, find abnormal machine problems as well as finding the root cause of the problem, verify product quality, find machine quality problems, identify and adjust the machine to correct using root cause analysis and assisting with production needs as necessary.
Communicate with support areas, lead and direct associates during TPM activities, track, plot and implement countermeasures for downtime trends and train associates on complex and robotic machines.
Repair minor items, safely operate and maintain machines by mass production criteria (quality, cost, delivery), and stabilize the machines’ working parameters.

Source: Denso careers