Advanced Operator Spline/Grove/Drill - 3rd Shift

About the role

Dauch Corporation, a driveline and metal forming supplier for the global automotive industry, is hiring an Advanced Operator for spline, groove and drill machines on the 3rd shift. The role supports and sets up all machines in the Machine Centers area. The legal entity listed is GKN Drivelin Newton LLC (Delaware).

Key responsibilities

• Set up two technologies within the established time study and coordinate customer and supplier containment activities.
• Create and install CNC programs and coordinate setup activities using the department schedule.
• Take part in machine runoffs, maintenance coordination and routine maintenance tasks.
• Develop plans and drive improvements to meet budget targets (CIMS) and take part in the budgeting process.
• Take part in program and cell launches of new products (prototypes) and lead the cell on quality process assurance.
• Lead and take part in continuous improvement (CI) and corrective actions, and help define autonomous maintenance such as daily pre-operation inspections.
• Share team knowledge, contribute to Poka-Yoke and equipment design where applicable, and identify machining speeds and feeds.
• Lead sort activities at customer sites and troubleshoot and solve maintenance repairs, leading a problem-solving team.

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED, with courses in industrial or mechanical technology, industrial maintenance or post-secondary technical training, or an equivalent mix of education and on-the-job experience.
• Career Readiness Certificate.
• Three to five years of experience in machine technology/operations and routine maintenance preferred.