POSITION OVERVIEW

Designs, develops, and improves new or existing product and assist in the building and testing of prototype vehicles.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Self-starter and able to work with minimum supervision.
• Experience with automotive parts - ability to inspect, diagnose repair, and/or replace vehicle operating systems (air conditioning, powertrain, suspension, brakes, etc.)
• Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, or other build documentation. General knowledge of interior and exterior vehicle assembly, service, and aftermarket modifications.
• Experience with installation of wiring harnesses and thermal hose systems.
• Experience performing, and the use of power tools required, to modify sheet metal and plastic components; this includes A-surface components.
• Perform and certify inspections & tests in accordance with technical documentation, escalate issues to management.
• Utilize computerized equipment to record build data for work performed.
• Operate a vehicle lift in a safe manner.
• Perform preventive maintenance activities to support Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
• Participate when required in Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and work instruction reviews.
• Identify and support continuous improvement projects (e.g., cost reduction, efficiency improvements, etc.)
• Ensures 6S, housekeeping, and health and safety standards are maintained.
• May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2 years’ experience in an automotive environment, required.
• Experience working in a team environment, required.
• Excellent oral and written skills.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Associate degree preferred

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Hi-lo license.
• Welding certification is a plus.
• Journeyman or Apprenticeship preferred.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person
• Warehouse

Experience:

• Mechanical: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Detroit, MI: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person