Continuous Improvement Technician

Daimler AG; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Excellent compensation and benefits

Job summary

Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Technician to design and build production aids such as carts, racks, jigs, and fixtures for Body, Paint, and Assembly operations. You will work with engineers and MPS experts to deliver equipment that meets production goals and apply Lean principles to drive improvements.

The role emphasizes data-driven problem solving, hands-on machining and welding as needed, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced plant

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant manufacturing experience or relevant certificate with 1+ years experience
• Able to perform essential functions of the job
• Experience with hand tools and powered tools required

Responsibilities

• Design and build manufacturing aids and equipment (carts, racks, jigs/fixtures, tool holders)
• Collaborate with engineers and MPS experts to fulfill project requests
• Use data to evaluate situations and drive measurable improvements
• Operate tools and machines to produce project components
• Support 5S and CIP initiatives and standardization efforts

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Hand tools

Powered tools

Lean fundamentals

Self-motivated

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Conventional machining

Welding

Job description

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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

Qualifikationen

• 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?

If you have experience in the above and are interested in joining an outstanding company. 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.