Automation & Process Technician

Dana; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Canada Corp. in Ohio seeks a manufacturing processes technician to support engineers in developing and refining production processes for improved efficiency, quality, and safety. You will set up, calibrate, and maintain production equipment and analyze data to inform engineering decisions.

Ideal candidates bring strong troubleshooting skills, experience with automation equipment, and the ability to work with limited supervision. Overtime may be required to meet project deadlines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or technical education and an evident drive to expand capabilities.
• Strong troubleshooting ability with attention to detail.
• Experience with automation equipment is a plus.
• Willingness to work overtime and travel <5% as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support engineers in developing, testing, and refining manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Set up, calibrate, and maintain production equipment.
• Identify and resolve mechanical or process-related issues to minimize downtime.
• Record operational data such as cycle times, scrap rates, and machine performance.
• Assist in inspections, audits, and validation of parts and processes to ensure compliance with automotive industry standards.
• Update and maintain process instructions, equipment logs, and technical reports to ensure accurate and current records.
• Troubleshoots assembly equipment and related faults to reduce line downtime and scrap.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Root cause analysis

Data recording

Cross-functional communication

Problem solving

Education

Associate’s degree

High School Diploma or Trade School

Tools

PLC

Fanuc robot

Job description

Dana Canada Corp. in Ohio seeks a manufacturing processes technician to support engineers in developing and refining production processes for improved efficiency, quality, and safety. You will set up, calibrate, and maintain production equipment and analyze data to inform engineering decisions.

Ideal candidates bring strong troubleshooting skills, experience with automation equipment, and the ability to work with limited supervision. Overtime may be required to meet project deadlines.