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
- 01The successful candidate will be responsible for determining the best processes and techniques for all aspects of welding. Processes include friction, MIG, magnetic-arc, laser, projection, as well as future process development.
- 02The duties will include determining current and future states for standardized production welding processes, education of employees/process engineers in welding theory and practice, troubleshooting and root cause analysis, work closely with the metallurgical lab, customer interfacing and support project cost analysis.
- 03Develop Standard Bills of Process, Equipment and Poka-Yoke for welding processes.
- 04Develop process flow charts, PFMEA’s, equipment FMEA’s and process specifications as required.
- 05Provide project management for multi-plant quality resolution and read across activities.
- 06Provide technical project management for major equipment purchases, including new and current technology, involving multiple plants.
- 07Lead the process to share and deploy best practices for welding across multiple product groups throughout Dana globally.
- 08Assist in performing equipment health checks / audits, as well as global critical spare parts strategy.
- 09Interface with equipment vendor(s) to ensure robust system design, build, runoff and installation.
- 10Lead and manage CQI‑15 Welding System Assessment program, ensuring compliance with AIAG requirements, customer-specific standards, and continuous improvement of welding processes.
- 11Perform other duties as required.
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
- 12Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering preferred or related field.
- 13Formal education and extensive experience in welding processes and equipment.
- 14Must have a fundamental understanding of statistics ie: Cp, Cpk, Std. Dev., etc.
- 1510+ years of manufacturing and/or assembly experience.
- 16Technical proficiency in welding, manufacturing and assembly processes and deployment of best practices.
- 17Proficiency with blueprint interpretation and knowledgeable in GD&T.
- 18Experience developing PFMEAs, control plans, and process flow charts.
- 19Supporting / leading new product / process / equipment launches.
- 20Experience with automation and robotics related to welding.
- 21Basic working knowledge of drivelines preferred.
- 22Ability to support global manufacturing operations, including domestic and international travel as required.
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- 23Proven project management skills.
- 24Must be a self-starter and willing to work with limited supervision.
- 25Demonstrated leadership, team building, problem solving and decision-making skills.
- 26Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
- 27Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multi-task effectively.
- 28Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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.
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