Manufacturing Production Process (Tooling) Engineer III

dtna; Detroit (MI); Sur place; USD 108 000 - 139 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

annual bonus program

401k with company match up to 6%

4 weeks paid vacation

13+ calendar holidays

8 weeks paid parental leave

employee assistance program

healthcare plans

onsite fitness

tuition assistance

volunteer paid time off

Résumé du poste

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) is hiring a Central Tool Processing Tooling Engineer for the Detroit area. The role focuses on tooling strategies that improve quality and reduce waste, serving as a subject matter expert for the tooling suite in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The position is first shift with a salary range of $108,000 to $139,000 USD. Benefits include bonus, 401k with company match, substantial vacation, holidays, parental leave, healthcare, tuition assistance, and

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Engineering or Engineering Technology.
• 5-7 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of Lean/Continuous improvement tools and principles.
• Extensive tooling background incl. drills, reamers, taps and mills.
• Mechanical machining aptitude for CNC equipment.
• Experienced with GD&T, CMM reports and process sheets.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; MS Office proficiency.

Responsabilités

• Deliver high-quality powertrain tooling and manufacturing excellence.
• Support collaboration, efficiency, and productivity within machine shop and CTP operations.
• Develop expertise in tooling engineering, CNC and conventional machining processes and equipment operations.
• Select, measure, and prepare materials to engineering specs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production, tooling, equipment, and process issues.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean principles and problem-solving.

Connaissances

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Cross-functional teams

CNC machining knowledge

GD&T

Formation

BS/BA in Engineering

Outils

GD&T

CMM reports

Process sheets

Machining tools

Description du poste

Inside the Role

Central Tool Processing (CTP) Tooling Engineer- Ambitious and independent manufacturing production process engineer who utilizes technical knowledge, structured practical problem solving, and effective communication with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement tooling strategies focused on improving quality and eliminating waste. Motivated by fostering a culture of collaboration and increasing equipment efficiency. The Tooling Engineer will utilize knowledge of existing products, machining processes and tool designs, to act as departmental subject matter expert of our existing tolling suite while maintaining business continuity in a high demand market. They will use analytical thought to solve both short- and long-term problems. Serve as a point of contact to cross functional team members in their area of expertise.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of $108,000 - $139,000 USD

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits include

• annual bonus program


• 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age


• starting at 4 weeks paid vacation


• 13+ calendar holidays


• 8 weeks paid parental leave


• employee assistance program


• comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs


• onsite fitness (at some locations)


• tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off


• short-term and long-term disability plans

Role is for 1st shift

What You Drive at DTNA

• Serve as a key contributor to the delivery of high-quality powertrain components and manufacturing excellence.


• Support collaboration, efficiency, and productivity within machine shop and CTP operations.


• Develop expertise in tooling engineering, CNC and conventional machining processes, and manufacturing equipment operations.


• Select, measure, and prepare raw materials and components to engineering specifications.


• Troubleshoot and resolve production, tooling, equipment, and process-related issues.


• Design, develop, and implement tooling concepts, equipment modifications, and manufacturing solutions that improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and morale.


• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and practical problem-solving methodologies.


• Participate in shop floor discussions, focus board activities, and cross-functional improvement projects.


• Analyze complex manufacturing challenges and implement innovative, sustainable solutions.


• Partner with production teams, union team leaders, engineering, and management to enhance operational performance.


• Provide technical guidance on tooling design, manufacturing processes, and production requirements.


• Establish efficient production methods, tooling layouts, and operational sequences to optimize manufacturing performance.


• Conduct process testing, validation, and root cause analysis to ensure process control and product quality.


• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements.


• Promote a positive, collaborative, and continuous improvement culture throughout the organization.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• BS/BA in Engineering or Engineering Technology


• 5-7 years of relevant experience


• Knowledge of or ability to apply Lean/Continuous improvement tools and principles, including experience with problem solving activities


• Extensive tool background including drills, reamers, taps and mills


• Mechanical Machining aptitude to diagnose issues with CNC machining equipment


• Experienced with GD&T, CMM Reports and process sheets


• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to use tact and diplomacy to exchange information, handle sensitive issues, and translate, simplify, and clarify information for employees is required


• Proficient computer skills and utilizing MS Office Applications

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Machining Experience


• Quality Mindset


• Prior experience leading projects to achieve elevated levels of performance and engagement in a manufacturing or logistics setting is required


• High mechanical, controls and manufacturing engineering aptitude


• Identify process bottlenecks leveraging production analysis tools


• Practical Problem Solving


• Working in groups and providing direction for those groups


• Shop Floor Management experience


• Proficient communication skills


• Experience with UAW shop employees

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- Detroit, MI US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:
Onsite

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