Adv Production Specialist (DMNC MI, 2nd Shift)

DENSO; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DENSO is seeking an Advanced Production Specialist in Battle Creek, Michigan to plan and design manufacturing processes. Responsibilities include improving production methods and collaborating with engineering teams.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing, 5-8 years of experience, and demonstrate excellent problem-solving and communication skills. The role requires knowledge of AutoCAD and project management skills, with a focus on continuous improvement and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of relevant experience.
• In-depth understanding of software and applications for data manipulation.
• Strong knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

Responsibilities

• Plans and designs manufacturing processes.
• Implements process improvements to meet quality standards.
• Collaborates with engineering groups during product development.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent presentation skills

Excellent customer service skills

Excellent problem-solving skills

Strong knowledge of AutoCAD

Ability to create, read and modify product prints

Strong project management skills

Kaizen mindset

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing or Related Field

Tools

Engineering software

Job description

DMNC Advanced Production Specialist

Core Hours: 2:30 PM - 11:30 PM

** A RESUME IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans and designs manufacturing processes in an industrial plant.
• Improves production methods and determines manufacturing capacity.
• Fabricates, modifies and evaluates manufacturing processes such as assembly and material handling.
• May assist with time and cost estimates.
• Collaborates with other engineering groups to review drawings and designs during the product development process.
• Develops and implements process improvements to meet quality standards and solves manufacturing problems.
• Creates necessary documentation and aides in communication to personnel.
• Studies and makes recommendations for manufacturing facility layout regarding items such as sequence of operations, equipment layout and utilization and other related items.
• Researches new manufacturing methods, equipment and other manufacturing technologies and makes recommendations for implementation.
• Serves as a resource for answering and solving more complex technical questions related to manufacturing and quality processes and proactively addresses resource issues to ensure that project timelines are met.
• Ensures that the organization’s processes and equipment comply with all safety laws and regulations.
• Delivers more complex presentations
• Analyzes current processes, procedures and systems and makes recommendations for improvement for own job.
• Recommends whether or not proposed changes or improvements be implemented.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications listed.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s Degree Manufacturing or Related Field

WORK EXPERIENCE

5-8 years of relevant experience.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and excellent presentation skills
• Excellent customer service skills with an ability to approach every business relationship as a partnership
• Excellent problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to address customer issues and partner on resolutions
• Excellent analytical skills
• Excellent negotiation skills and an ability to resolve situations while making a point firmly and seeking a positive outcome for both sides
• In-depth understanding and demonstrated competency in working with computer software and mainframe applications to manipulate, analyze and reconcile data
• Strong knowledge of AutoCAD and other engineering software and databases
• Ability to create, read and modify product prints
• Fundamental knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Fundamental knowledge of welding, plating, die‑casting, injection molding, stamping/cold forming, heat treatment process, fastener torque and other related skills
• Ability to effectively apply the PDCA process to identify potential process improvements
• Strong project management skills
• Kaizen mindset
• Ability to demonstrate creativity and ingenuity in solving problems in a timely manner
• Ability to transfer skills and knowledge to less experienced personnel

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Standard ADA Selection: Office Environment

Visual requirements include color, depth perception and field of vision. Physical requirements include standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, talking, hearing and repetitive motions. The work environment for this position is typically indoors in a pleasant, well‑lighted area with comfortable temperatures and a controlled environment with no significant amounts of dust, fumes or odors. Unavoidable accidents and health hazards are unlikely

This job description reflects DENSO North America assignment of essential functions; and nothing within this job description restricts DENSO's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time