Assembly Technician Tier II

Dana Corp; Gordonsville (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Corp is a global leader supplying engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies for vehicles. This role involves performing all phases of driveshaft assembly including machining, assembly, and painting for light-duty applications in various models.

You will follow standard work, ensure quality, and work safely within a predominantly inside environment. Key duties include reviewing the work schedule, learning all steps, maintaining equipment, and reporting hazards.

Qualifications

• Basic math for SPC measurements and charting.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions and safety rules.
• Ability to read metric measurements and use measuring tools.
• Ability to learn and operate the required equipment.

Responsibilities

• Review schedule and verify equipment, safety devices, and materials for the shift.
• Learn and perform all job steps per standard work instructions to assemble driveshafts.
• Maintain clean work area and complete required paperwork.
• Report safety hazards and quality issues to supervisor.
• Work as part of a team and participate in continuous improvement.

Skills

SPC calculations

Reading processes

Measuring tools

Equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring tools

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 three primary markets - passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway 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

The purpose of this job title is to perform all phases of work entailed in the assigned operation. May perform various functions and run more than one specific operation as part and parcel of the scope of this position.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Job Summary:The function of this job title is to perform all phases of work entailed in the assigned operation. May perform various functions and run more than one specific operation as part and parcel of the scope of this position. Operations include machining, assembly, and painting of components and/or completed driveshafts. All operations require working safely, following standardized work instructions and ensuring quality, to achieve a completed driveshaft assembly for light duty application in various makes and models of pick-up trucks and sport utility vehicles.

Competencies

• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions in the calculations for Statistical Process Control (SPC) measurements and charting techniques.
• Ability to read and understand written processes, work instructions, and safety rules and procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret metric measurements, using various measuring tools.
• Ability to use, or learn to use, the equipment and tools used to perform this job.

Primary Functions

• Review work schedule, check equipment, safety devices, mistake-proofing devices, components and supplies required to perform the work scheduled.
• Learn and perform all job steps and procedures (i.e. work instructions, processes, etc) to successfully perform the operation.
• Perform required housekeeping duties as required and as necessary.
• Complete all required paper work.
• Maintain equipment and tools as needed.
• Report all safety hazards, quality issues and/or material shortages to Team Leader.
• Work in a team environment and participate in continuous improvement activities.

• Know and adhere to the policies and procedures of the Health & Safety Mangement System, Quality Management System and the Environmental Management System.
• Know and adhere to all applicable safety rules and procedures.
• Cross train on other jobs as required.

Physical Requirements

• Force Exertion: 10 to 50 lbs. constantly, depending upon operation.
• Stand: 100% Sit: 0% Walk: Up to 75%
• Lift/Carry: 5 to 40 lbs., depending on operation
• Lift bulky items (i.e., totes, boxes, etc.): Up to 50 lbs, occasionally in some operations.
• Static push/pull: Up to 35 lbs.
• Grasping Minimum: 10 lbs.
• Full range of motion required: Cervical, Shoulders, Elbows, Wrists, Fingers, Hands, Back, Knees, and Feet.
• Job Function Cycles (repetitious): 200 to 1500 per shift, depending upon operation
• Working Conditions: 100% Inside with Concrete Floors. Depending on operation the following conditions may exist: Moderate Noise, Moderate Vibration, Moving Mechanical Parts, Chemicals, Dust, Slick Floors, Narrow Access.
• Must pass Pre-employment Drug Screen.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a US Citizen, or a legal alien.
• Must be 18 years of age, or older.
• High School Diploma or a GED is preferred.
• Must not have had any felony convictions within the past 7 years.
• Must have two work references or 6 months employment experience.
• Must meet the physical requirements for this position.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours
• Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as required
• Must have excellent attendance record
• Must be willing to cross-train within the department

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters

Please note that as per Dana policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Dana will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.