Assembly Tech Tier III - Temp to Hire

Dana Corp; Dry Ridge (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Corp seeks an Assembly Technician in Kentucky to support the prep and assembly of automotive drive-train components, including painting and basic welding. The role emphasizes 100% on-time delivery and quality targets, with safety and efficiency as priorities.

Educational requirement is a High School Diploma or GED, and candidates must be able to lift 5–75 lbs, stand for long periods, and work additional shifts as needed. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to read and interpret instruction sheets.
• Ability to operate basic tooling and multi-function machinery.
• Strong team collaboration and communication skills.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assemble automotive drive-train components and related processes including painting and welding.
• Support adherence to on-time delivery and quality targets.
• Handle materials and perform arms-length operations.
• Attend pre-hire training and pass required safety/operational training.
• Adapt to multiple shifts and maintain safety and housekeeping standards.

Skills

Visual recognition

Hand tools

Stand for shifts

Lifting 5-75 lbs

Physical agility

Reading instructions

Operate machinery

Teamwork

Communication skills

Overtime willingness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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

Job Purpose

This position is responsible for a variety of assembly functions in preparing automotive drive-train components and any related processes including painting, welding, material handling, problem-solving and training. The assembly technician must support our 100% on time delivery goal; our 100% quality rating goal and our production standards.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities

• Ability to visually recognize the difference in parts
• Ability to use hands to perform simple operations
• Ability to use hand tools
• Ability to stand for the duration of your shift
• Ability to lift 5 - 75 lbs. on a frequent basis
• Ability to bend, twist, reach, push, pull, grasp, and pinch on a continual basis
• Ability to work with oils and lubricants
• Ability to read and interpret instruction sheets
• Ability to operate multi function machinery
• Ability to work with or without supervision

Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalency (GED)

Additional Requirements

• Written and verbal communication skills
• Strong team skills
• Must be able to complete and pass pre-hire training program
• Available to work any of the 3 available shifts
• Willingness to work overtime as needed

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.