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.

Dana in DRY RIDGE, KY is currently hiring Quality Technicians. Rate of pay starts at $18.50/hour.

1st shift: 6am - 2pm 2nd shift: 2pm - 10pm 3rd shift: 10pm - 6am

Benefits available after probation: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Pension, 401K, paid vacation, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, and more.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Quality Techs will be responsible for a variety of functions maintaining a high level of Customer Satisfaction and addressing quality issues while developing appropropriate reports to assist in managemet of the department.

Key Accountabilities:

• Tear down and axle analysis
• CMM Axle layout inspection (shared with QET)
• Perform customer Advocate functions as related to NVH which includes but not limited to:
• Perform dock audits on final assemblies as required. (Containment / Early Containment)
• Train manufacturing personnel as needed to perform routine inspections, audits, etc.
• Support manufacturing through the use of problem solving techniques
• Receiving Inspection of supplier product, communication of discrepant material to management and supply base
• Maintain Quality System procedures relating to assigned areas of responsibilities
• Floor Inspection and/or capability studies as required.
• Set the standard for the highest level of housekeeping in the Quality Lab and rework Areas
• Provide guidance to the manufacturing personnel as needed with regard to the following areas: Receiving Inspection, Floor Inspection/Audit Techniques
• Must have problem solving skills for immediate action and resolution to customer concerns
• Monthly Process Capability studies and as requested
• Monthly Torque wrench Audits (shared duties with QET)
• Monthly Poke-Yoke Audits (shared duties with QET)
• Ability to work in a team environment and foster continuous improvement in all aspects
• Involvement in the resolution of Customer Concerns through the use of problem resolution tools such as 7D, 8D, Five Phase, etc. problem solving processes
• Prepare periodic reports and other data for presentations to managers and/or plant personnel

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or Equivalent Preferred
• Manufacturing experience preferred

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Written and verbal communication skills
• Strong team skills
• Available to work any of the available shifts outlined above
• Willingness to work overtime as needed

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.