Continuous Improvement Technician

Mercedes-Benz Group AG; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC is seeking a production equipment technician to design and build manufacturing aids for Body, Paint and Assembly operations. You will collaborate with internal customers, engineers and MPS experts to deliver tools that meet production goals and drive measurable improvements.

The role requires hands-on use of hand and powered tools, familiarity with various materials, and a Lean/MPS mindset.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Required: 2+ years of relevant manufacturing experience; OR Relevant certificate and 1+ years of relevant experience.
• Preferred: 3+ years of relevant experience; OR Relevant certificate and 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Able to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Self-motivated and self-directed.
• Experience working with hand tools is required.
• Experience using powered tools and equipment.
• Experience working with various materials; aluminum, plastics, steel, wood, etc.
• Experience with Mercedes-Benz Production System or equivalent Lean system
• Conventional machining and/or welding experience preferred
• Prefer experience in automotive manufacturing
• Production process orientation and understanding
• Familiarity with the Metric system

Responsibilities

• Design & build manufacturing aids and equipment (e.g. carts, racks, jigs/fixtures, tool holders, etc.)
• Work with internal customers, engineers, MPS experts to design equipment to fulfill project requests
• Use data to objectively evaluate situations and build solutions which will result in measurable improvements
• Operate powered tools and equipment and computerized machines to produce project components
• Identify and reduce/eliminate manufacturing process wastes
• Provide support needed to enable team members to self-implement projects
• Be an “ambassador” for MPS and continuous improvement in the plant
• Work on time-sensitive projects to support customer goals
• Support 5S, continuous improvement process (CIP), standardization initiatives
• Maintain flexibility to support changes in customer requests and project planning
• Periodically adjust work schedule to install projects during non-production times (including after hours, weekends)
• Participate in regularly scheduled team meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Self-motivated

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Relevant certificate (manufacturing)

Tools

Hand tools

Powered tools

Machining equipment

Welding

Lean systems (MPS)

Job description

Tasks

Shape the future today.

The world is changing. The question is, what will be our contribution to the outcome? We have set the pace in the field of mobility from the very beginning, and we will continue to do so. At Mercedes-Benz Vans, interdisciplinary teams are developing the mobility of tomorrow. Our goal is to make mobility safer, simpler, and more sustainable for people across the globe. Put your pioneering spirit to good use: This is your opportunity to make a contribution that extends far beyond your job title.

At Mercedes-Benz Vans, we offer you the perfect environment for your professional and personal growth. Cutting-edge training and promising career opportunities will help you to foster and expand your professional skill set as well as your individual strengths. Think, try, and thrive with us in collaborative work environments that spark game-changing concepts.

Job Overview:

Primary purpose of the position is to build production aids (carts, racks, tool holders, basic tools, etc.) to assist manufacturing operations in Body, Paint, and Assembly Shops. Support internal customers by designing and building equipment needed to meet production goals. Focus on identifying and improving processes and using MPS (Lean) principles to implement successful results.

Responsibilities:

• Design & build manufacturing aids and equipment (e.g. carts, racks, jigs/fixtures, tool holders, etc.)
• Work with internal customers, engineers, MPS experts to design equipment to fulfill project requests
• Use data to objectively evaluate situations and build solutions which will result in measurable improvements
• Operate powered tools and equipment and computerized machines to produce project components
• Identify and reduce/eliminate manufacturing process wastes
• Provide support needed to enable team members to self-implement projects
• Be an “ambassador” for MPS and continuous improvement in the plant
• Work on time-sensitive projects to support customer goals
• Support 5S, continuous improvement process (CIP), standardization initiatives
• Maintain flexibility to support changes in customer requests and project planning
• Periodically adjust work schedule to install projects during non-production times (including after hours, weekends)
• Participate in regularly scheduled team meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Required: 2+ years of relevant manufacturing experience; OR Relevant certificate and 1+ years of relevant experience
• Preferred: 3+ years of relevant experience; OR Relevant certificate and 2+ years of relevant experience
• Able to perform the essential functions of the job
• Self-motivated and self-directed
• Experience working with hand tools is required
• Experience using powered tools and equipment
• Experience working with various materials; aluminum, plastics, steel, wood, etc.
• Experience with Mercedes-Benz Production System or equivalent Lean system
• Conventional machining and/or welding experience preferred
• Prefer experience in automotive manufacturing
• Production process orientation and understanding
• Familiarity with the Metric system

We are all in for change. Are you too?

The division Mercedes-Benz Vans is world renown for quality and innovative products.

EXCELLENT COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PLAN WITH 401k MATCHING

Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that appreciates and leverages the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation),age, national origin, religion, marital status, veteran status, physical or other disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.