Blow Molding Setup Tech — 3rd Shift

DENSO; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

DENSO in Battle Creek, MI is seeking a DMNC Set Up Technician for the 3rd shift. This role requires setting up molds, changing tooling, and monitoring automated blow molding equipment to ensure quality and efficiency.

You will work with the maintenance team, apply SPC data for process control, and participate in TPM and kaizen efforts to continuously improve manufacturing operations. A high school diploma and technical training are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with good mechanical aptitude.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Knowledgeable about SPC and production processes; safety training completed.

Responsibilities

• Set up, change molds, monitor machines and adjust equipment.
• Ensure materials meet quality requirements.
• Monitor machine functions and coordinate with Maintenance as needed.
• Use SPC charts to monitor processes and ensure quality.
• Ensure compliance with IATF-16949 requirements.
• Troubleshoot process problems and implement improvements.
• Assist testing of new products and set process parameters.
• Perform TPM and basic machine repairs as needed.
• Fabricate improvements using maintenance equipment.
• Seek opportunities for kaizen and process optimization.
• Perform changeovers and ensure setup per manuals.
• Support the department and improve 5S conditions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

SPC knowledge

Machine troubleshooting

Lock-Out Tag-Out training

Forklift operation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Vocational/technical training

Tools

Lock-Out Tag-Out procedures

Job description

DENSO in Battle Creek, MI is seeking a DMNC Set Up Technician for the 3rd shift. This role requires setting up molds, changing tooling, and monitoring automated blow molding equipment to ensure quality and efficiency.

You will work with the maintenance team, apply SPC data for process control, and participate in TPM and kaizen efforts to continuously improve manufacturing operations. A high school diploma and technical training are required.