Opex Tooler-P4, 1st Shift

Trane Italia•Grand Rapids, MI
•Onsite

About The Position

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world. Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.

Requirements

  • Mechanical – Thorough knowledge of machines and tools used for fabrication, welding, and general mechanical repair.
  • Structural – Working knowledge of how to safely design, build, and verify basic mechanical structures and shapes constructed from various materials (wood, steel, aluminum…)
  • Electrical/Pneumatic/Hydraulic – Working knowledge and experience with any or all these areas.
  • Production and Processing – Basic knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality controls, costs, and other elements associated with an effective manufacturing system.
  • Safety/Ergo – Strong working knowledge of OSHA safety rules & ergonomic guidelines
  • A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a fabricator, welder (do NOT have to be ASME certified), machinist, mechanic, maintenance tech, integrator, programmer, or other related position.
  • Proficient with the use and maintenance of basic fabrication equipment including, but not limited to: welders, shears, brakes, torches, bandsaws, chop/cold saws, table saw, Ohm meter, PLC’s, etc.

Responsibilities

  • Fabricate tables, workstations, carts, tool stands, poke yoke devices, fixtures, ergonomic assists, safety devices, and any other devices that will help improve quality, productivity, and safety.
  • Modify existing equipment to improve its usefulness in a process.
  • Will often be working with operators trying to turn improvement ideas into workable, safe solutions.
  • Repurposing old or scrap equipment to be reused safely.
  • Support Kaizen events comprised of multi-functional team members.
  • Assist operations in problem solving issues affecting takt attainment.
  • Improvement solutions must meet OSHA safety regulations & ergonomic standards.
  • Maintain shop cleanliness and safety.
  • Basic maintenance of shop equipment

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives
  • Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
  • Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
  • 401K match up
  • Educational and training opportunities through company programs
  • Tuition assistance
  • Student debt support
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