Continuous Improvement Technician

Aufgaben Shape the future today.The world is changing. The question is what will be our contribution to the outcome We have set the pace in the field of mobility from the very beginning and we will continue to do so. At Mercedes-Benz Vans interdisciplinary teams are developing the mobility of tomorrow. Our goal is to make mobility safer simpler and more sustainable for people across the globe. Put your pioneering spirit to good use This is your opportunity to make a contribution that extends far beyond your job title. At Mercedes-Benz Vans we offer you the perfect environment for your professional and personal growth. Cutting-edge training and promising career opportunities will help you to foster and expand your professional skill set as well as your individual strengths. Think try and thrive with us in collaborative work environments that spark game-changing concepts.Job OverviewPrimary purpose of the position is to build production aids carts racks tool holders basic tools etc. to assist manufacturing operations in Body Paint and Assembly Shops. Support internal customers by designing and building equipment needed to meet production goals. Focus on identifying and improving processes and using MPS Lean principles to implement successful results.ResponsibilitiesDesign & build manufacturing aids and equipment e.g. carts racks jigsfixtures tool holders etc.Work with internal customers engineers MPS experts to design equipment to fulfill project requestsUse data to objectively evaluate situations and build solutions which will result in measurable improvementsOperate powered tools and equipment and computerized machines to produce project componentsIdentify and reduceeliminate manufacturing process wastesProvide support needed to enable team members to self-implement projectsBe an ambassador" for MPS and continuous improvement in the plantWork on time-sensitive projects to support customer goalsSupport 5S continuous improvement process CIP standardization initiativesMaintain flexibility to support changes in customer requests and project planningPeriodically adjust work schedule to install projects during non-production times including after hours weekendsParticipate in regularly scheduled team meetingsPerform other duties as assigned Qualifikationen High School Diploma or GED Required 2 years of relevant manufacturing experience OR Relevant certificate and 1 years of relevant experiencePreferred 3 years of relevant experience OR Relevant certificate and 2 years of relevant experience Able to perform the essential functions of the jobSelf-motivated and self-directedExperience working with hand tools is requiredExperience using powered tools and equipmentExperience working with various materials aluminum plastics steel wood etc.Experience with Mercedes-Benz Production System or equivalent Lean systemConventional machining andor welding experience preferredPrefer experience in automotive manufacturing Production process orientation and understandingFamiliarity with the Metric systemWe are all in for change. Are you too Apply now.If you have experience in the above and are interested in joining an outstanding company we welcome you to apply. The division Mercedes-Benz Vans is world renown for quality and innovative products.EXCELLENT COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PLAN WITH 401k MATCHINGMercedes-Benz Vans LLC is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that appreciates and leverages the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunity EEO to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race color ethnicity sex including pregnancy gender identity and sexual orientationage national origin religion marital status veteran status physical or other disability genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.