Machine Technician

Dauch; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch Corporation seeks a detail-oriented Machine Technician to perform routine and technical production tasks following prescribed methods, under supervision. You will train lower skilled staff and maintain workflow for your area in a safe environment.

Reading blueprints, measuring parts with precision instruments, and following instructions are essential. The role supports quality, safety, and continuous improvement across shifts in Detroit, MI.

Qualifications

• Read and follow detailed instructions on routine tasks.
• Read and interpret drawings and blueprints.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments and devices.
• Ability to work independently with limited direct supervision.
• Maintain a safe working area and communicate hazards to supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and technical production tasks following prescribed methods and procedures.
• Provide guidance and training to lower skilled personnel.
• Maintain work, product and process flow for designated area.
• Maintain a safe working area and identify hazards.

Skills

Follow instructions

Read blueprints

Precision measurements

Independent worker

Safety awareness

Education

High school or equivalent education

Job description

Job Posting Title

Machine Technician

Job Description Summary

Perform a variety of routine and technical production tasks following prescribed methods and procedures with little or no supervision. Provide guidance and training to lower skilled personnel. Maintain work, product and process flow for designated area.

Job Description

• Ability to read and follow detailed instructions on routine tasks. Perform basic mathematical computations using decimals and fractions. Legible penmanship and accurate completion of reports, charts, and other documents.
• Ability to use a variety of precision measuring instruments and devices, such as but not limited to micrometers, plug gages, dial indicators, hardness testers, air and electronic gages, electronic data collection equipment, etc.
• Ability to visually inspect and measure parts being produced
• Read and interpret drawings and blueprints.
• Consistently demonstrate production skills and knowledge on product, equipment, processes, routines and procedures.
• Good organizational skills are needed to maintain work area and set priorities according to daily production requirements. Good communication skills are needed to effectively train lower skilled personnel and maintain information flow to supervision and across shifts.
• Maintain a safe working area to ensure the safety of self and other team members, with ability to identify potential safety and environmental hazards and communicate immediately to Leaders.

Required Skills and Education

• High School or equivalent education
• Ability to work independently with limited direct supervision

About Dauch

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.

Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [e-mail]. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.