Manufacturing Engineering Technician-1st Shift P5

Trane Technologies; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Trane Technologies is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician to support quality and manufacturing engineering processes, including development of production documents, process improvements, maintenance, and elimination of nonconformance.

The role emphasizes Lean principles, CAD familiarity, and collaboration across teams to ensure equipment runs at full capacity and delivers quality output. This on-site position offers comprehensive benefits and on-site work 5 days a week.

Qualifications

• Experience with CAD processes preferred.
• Familiar with Lean philosophy.
• Proficient with basic computer tools (email, internet, MS Word, MRP).
• Able to read and comprehend safety rules, blueprints and drawings.
• Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork oriented.
• Self-motivated and able to adapt to changing priorities.
• Willing to participate in ongoing personal and job development.

Responsibilities

• Create and review work instructions and standard work documents for line functions.
• Ensure equipment runs at full capacity and produces quality output.
• Use Lean philosophy to troubleshoot production issues and drive improvements.
• Support Lean initiatives like RIEs, JDIs, and 9-Step Problem Solving.
• Help eliminate internal and supplier nonconformance and support field reliability initiatives.
• Assist with prototype builds and production teardown as needed.
• Perform tests as directed to support component approval or nonconformance elimination.
• Document downtime and review root cause analyses to improve preventive/predictive programs.

Skills

CAD experience

Lean philosophy

MRP

MS Word

Blueprints reading

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Continuous learning

Tools

MRP

MS Word

Email

Internet

Job description

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane®andThermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.

Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.

We boldly go.

Where is the work:

On-Site (5 days)

What's in it for you:

The Manufacturing Engineering Technician position supports quality and manufacturing engineering processes, which includes development of production documents, improvement of processes, maintenance, and elimination of nonconformance.

What you will do:

• Create and review work instructions and other standard work documentation to support line function.
• Ensure equipment is working at full capacity, and producing quality output.
• Leverage Lean philosophy to troubleshoot production process issues and develop improvements.
• Support Lean initiatives, such as: RIEs, JDIs, 9-Step Problem Solving, and/or additional initiatives as required.
• Support elimination of internal and supplier nonconformance.
• Support improved field reliability initiatives and quality issue resolution.
• Support prototype builds and production tear downs as required.
• Perform tests as directed by Design/Product & Manufacturing Engineering in support of component approval or nonconformance elimination.
• Verify product conformance to documented requirements.
• Use Quality performance metrics to drive improvement.
• Document down time, lost production, mean time between repairs and develop root cause failure analysis reports in order to review and revamp existing preventive and predictive programs for the equipment.

What you will bring:

• Experience with CAD processes preferred.
• Familiar with utilizing Lean philosophy.
• Knowledgeable of and able to utilize computer system (i.e., Email, Internet, Microsoft Word Suite, MRP).
• Knowledge of production and inspections tools, techniques and their application to engineering requirements desirable.
• Read and comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating maintenance instructions, blueprints, drawings, etc.
• Strong interpersonal skills and able to interact positively and work in a team environment.
• Self-motivated and willing to change priorities as needed.
• Willing to participate in continuous learning opportunities for personal and job development.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

$24.76

Compensation Type:

Hourly

Incentive Eligible:

No

Sales Commission Eligible:

No

Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Thrive at work and at home:

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
• Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.

Safety Sensitive Role:

Yes

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.