Job Description

Inside the Role

Responsible for the development and support of assembly lines and processes with a focus on continuous improvement that supports first pass yield, productivity, and material cost goals. Sound engineering skills with emphasis on product/part flow, ergonomics, safety, and error-proofing principles. Thorough knowledge of lean and six sigma principles and ability to quickly identify waste in manufacturing processes.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

What You Drive at DTNA

• Direct and coordinate manpower, parts and process flow to minimize work in progress, eliminate shortages and maximize efficiency
• Analyze charts, work orders, production schedules, other records, and reports in order to determine production requirements. Evaluate production requirements and outputs achieving daily rates in a linear fashion while monitoring product quality to achieve a superior quality reputation.
• Coach and hold team leaders accountable for standardized work instructions and quality adherence.
• Establish, evaluate, and communicate goals for each area. Confer with other supervisors to coordinate operations and activities within or between departments and shifts, then coordinating the team leaders/teams to meet these requirements.
• Maintain discipline through enforcement of company policies and regulations.
• Demonstrate equipment operations, work and safety procedures to new employees or assign employees to experienced workers/team leaders for training.
• Identify/problem solve materials, products, and equipment to detect defects or malfunctions.
• Plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and production schedules to meet production goals. Maintain employee performance records. Respond to HR on absenteeism topics and issue discipline accordingly.
• Monitor daily and weekly overtime ensuring policy compliance while meeting or exceeding productivity requirements. Hold employees accountable to productivity standards on a daily basis.
• Confer with management or subordinates to resolve worker problems, complaints, or grievances.
• Identify, improve, recommend, and implement measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, process capability, and product quality using Daimler TOS and Bosch BPS methodologies.
• Develop advanced manufacturing processes, conduct defect and failure analysis, engineering evaluations, statistical analysis and implement corrective actions to support process improvement efforts and ensure root-cause analysis translates into process improvements.
• Perform periodic process capability studies on key-value stream operations.
• Streamline manufacturing processes, procedures, and work instructions to improve first-pass yield, reduce or eliminate rework and scrap, while consistently improving material costs and productivity.
• Execute work assignments in accordance with company standards and quality systems.
• Ensure compliance and enforcement of company, safety, environmental, governmental policies, and regulations as they apply.
• Ability to read and create electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
• High level of competence in the use of Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and Solid Edge for 3D modeling. Ability to apply GD&T and fulfill drafting and print control requirements.
• Draft and design layout of equipment, materials, and workspace to illustrate maximum efficiency.
• Develop labor utilization standards, cost analysis systems, and capacities for value stream(s) of responsibility.
• Develop advanced remanufacturing techniques and processes to maximize material recovery and associated testing for validation of product/process. Understanding of all machining processes with a heavy concentration on in-process gaging and grinding machinery.
• Confer with vendors, staff, and management regarding purchases, procedures, product specifications, manufacturing capabilities, and project status along with new product introduction.
• Review production schedules, engineering specifications, orders, and related information to obtain knowledge of manufacturing methods, procedures, and activities.
• Backup supervision coverage as needed.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• BS in Engineering (ME, EE, Mechatronics, MFG-E) or related field.
• 2 years of experience in an manufacturing environment
• Experience working in a team environment and ability to communicate effectively to all levels of management.
• Process engineering leadership and mentorship skills are a must.
• Broad knowledge of production planning processes
• Organizational skills and ability to effectively coach and mentor employees.
• Ability in calculating line capacity and machine utilization.
• Expertise in engineering principles to perform comprehensive line troubleshooting.
• Able to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, management teams, and customers.
• Ability to prioritize tasks given, organize and summarize information communicated with stakeholders and provide potential impacts and alternatives.
• Good communication and writing skills.
• Demonstrates a continuous improvement mindset and commitment to operational excellence.

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Experience in an Automotive Manufacturing environment.
• Strong project management skills, including capital equipment procurement, vendor management, and manufacturing layout design.
• Demonstrated success implementing productivity, quality, cost reduction, and waste elimination initiatives in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Kentwood, MI US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Onsite

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.