Manufacturing Engineer Technician

Job Posting Title

Manufacturing Engineer Technician

Job Description Summary

Provide hands-on technical support in all facets of the manufacturing process.

Job Description:

Job Summary
The Manufacturing Engineer Technician will provide technical support to manufacturing operations focusing on process improvement troubleshooting and equipment optimization to enhance efficiency and product quality.

Job Responsibilities
* Assist Manufacturing Engineers in the development implementation and maintenance of manufacturing processes.
* Perform routine calibration maintenance and troubleshooting of production equipment and machinery.
* Collect and analyze production data to identify areas for improvement and support problem-solving initiatives.
* Support the implementation of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement projects.
* Create and update manufacturing documentation including work instructions process flow diagrams and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
* Conduct root cause analysis for production issues and recommend corrective actions.
* Collaborate with production teams to train operators on new processes and equipment.
* Participate in new product introduction (NPI) activities including prototyping and process validation.
* Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.

Job Qualifications
* Associates degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology Mechanical Engineering Technology or a related technical field.
* 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferably in a metal powder or sintering industry.
* Strong understanding of manufacturing processes equipment and instrumentation.
* Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings blueprints and schematics.
* Experience with data collection and analysis tools (e.g. Excel Minitab).
* Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g. Lean Six Sigma).
* Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Strong communication skills both written and verbal.

Required Skills and Education

2 years experience in a powdered metal environment is preferred.

About Dauch:

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit MI with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit to learn more.

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