Production Operator

Ft.Wayne, IN, US, 46808-1998

Requisition: 62949

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving two primary markets – passenger vehicle and commercial truck – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

Job Purpose

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets – passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

Production Operator – Full-Time

The Goal Of The Dana Incorporated Total Rewards Program Is To Support The Health And Well-being Of You And Your Family. Our Comprehensive Compensation Plan Includes The Following Benefits:

• Starting wage is $18.00 per hour
• Paid break & lunch
• 1.5x on Saturday & 2x on Sunday
• 14 paid Holidays
• 40 hours paid vacation after 90 days
• Pension
• 401k Company Contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Full Benefits
• Advancement Opportunities: Team Leader positions, Apprenticeships, Production Supervisor positions
  
  

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Production employees are hardworking and ambitious workers who are responsible for assembly, machining, quality checks, tool changes, and problem solving of production processes and equipment. Employees are also functioning in a manufacturing team environment where Dana Operating System (DOS) principles are highly integrated.
• Work Requirements: Must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the essential knowledge, skill, ability and/or physical demands required. Additional or different requirements may exist in this role.
• Understand, support and execute all work in safe manner and contribute to a culture that promotes safety as its overriding priority.
• Use computerized equipment and engage in activities such as machine resets and quality checks.
• Clean & maintain workstation organization.
• Read, comprehend, and follow written, standardized work instructions and trained procedures.
• Work cooperatively with others in a team environment.
• Learn new job responsibilities as required by business and manpower demands.
• Complete tasks within designated timeframes to meet production standards.
• Work in a dynamic and fast-paced manufacturing plant environment.
• Regularly report for work on time to support production startup and throughput goals.
  

Physical Requirements

• Possess good physical stamina and coordination. Specific physical requirements of the position include the ability to:
• Walk and stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Read standardized work instructions, operate machines and tools, and perform quality inspections.
• Promptly detect and respond to safety instructions, alarms, and signals.
• Wear personal protective equipment, for example: safety glasses, gloves, and safety shoes.
• Work in a manufacturing environment that is not climate controlled (conditions can be hot or cold).
• Frequently and repetitively:
• Lift or carry materials weighing 30 to 40 pounds.
• Use ergonomic hand positioning to grip/grasp devices such as hoists and a wide range of power and vibrating tools or other equipment.
  
  

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters

Please note that as per Dana policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Dana will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.

Join our team of 28,000 problem solvers who are fostering a culture of innovation by leveraging the diverse perspectives of our global team. We believe in facing challenges head-on by finding opportunity and uncovering possibility, where roadblocks and barriers become targets instead of obstacles. We are One Dana with limitless opportunity.

Our Values

• Value Others
• Inspire Innovation
• Grow Responsibly
• Win Together
  
  

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving two primary markets – passenger vehicle and commercial truck – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Production employees are hardworking and ambitious workers who are responsible for assembly, machining, quality checks, tool changes, and problem solving of production processes and equipment. Employees are also functioning in a manufacturing team environment where Dana Operating System (DOS) principles are highly integrated.
• Work Requirements: Must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the essential knowledge, skill, ability and/or physical demands required. Additional or different requirements may exist in this role.
• Understand, support and execute all work in safe manner and contribute to a culture that promotes safety as its overriding priority.
• Use computerized equipment and engage in activities such as machine resets and quality checks.
• Clean & maintain workstation organization.
• Read, comprehend, and follow written, standardized work instructions and trained procedures.
• Work cooperatively with others in a team environment.
• Learn new job responsibilities as required by business and manpower demands.
• Complete tasks within designated timeframes to meet production standards.
• Work in a dynamic and fast-paced manufacturing plant environment.
• Regularly report for work on time to support production startup and throughput goals.
  

Physical Requirements

• Possess good physical stamina and coordination. Specific physical requirements of the position include the ability to:
• Walk and stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Read standardized work instructions, operate machines and tools, and perform quality inspections.
• Promptly detect and respond to safety instructions, alarms, and signals.
• Wear personal protective equipment, for example: safety glasses, gloves, and safety shoes.
• Work in a manufacturing environment that is not climate controlled (conditions can be hot or cold).
• Frequently and repetitively:
• Lift or carry materials weighing 30 to 40 pounds.
• Use ergonomic hand positioning to grip/grasp devices such as hoists and a wide range of power and vibrating tools or other equipment.
  
  

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters

Please note that as per Dana policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Dana will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.