Production Rework Tech I - 2nd Shift

ZF Group • Marysville, MI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Rework Tech I performs timely repairs and teardown of non-conforming products to meet established quality standards. The position may include teardown and repair work, investigation and documentation of product failures, containment and inspection of defective products, and preparation of axles for customer service requirements. The role works in a combination of office and manufacturing-floor environments and follows applicable safety, quality, and environmental requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of related experience.
• Understanding of Critical Characteristics operations.
• Ability to define component characteristics, such as machine surfaces, splines, threads, nicks, and bumps.
• Basic knowledge of mathematical calculations.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and abilities.
• Ability to read and follow Standard Work Instructions, Quality Notifications, and Non-Conforming Material Processes.
• Ability to support the Team Leader role in line and operation functionality.
• Mechanical skills and aptitude.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral forms and understand work instructions in English.
• Ability to write reports or summaries and accurately enter data in systems.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of Lean concepts.
• Level 4 proficiency on all ZF assembly rotational jobs.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, TS 16949, and ISO 14001 standards and their application.
• Knowledge of basic quality tools, including hand gauges, micrometers, and calipers.
• Familiarity with and ability to use the MS Office Suite.
• Basic SAP knowledge.
• Knowledge of Control Plans, PFMEA, and Process Quality Audits.
• Ability to read and evaluate dimensional reports.
• LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) training.
• Experience operating powered industrial vehicles (PIVs).
• Basic knowledge of digital documentation applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform teardown and repair of non-conforming products and reintroduce repaired products to the assembly line.
• Support Engineering in analysis of non-conforming products and warranty returns.
• Repair customer-direct vendor-damaged products and prepare beam and drive axles for customer service requirements.
• Safely operate equipment and material-handling equipment, including overhead cranes and lift assists.
• Safely operate pneumatic tools, hand tools, presses, and similar equipment.
• Diagnose failure modes and report findings to the assembly, supplier quality, or engineering teams as appropriate.
• Accurately record failure modes and related information, including part and serial numbers.
• Document scrap components and report them through the SAP scanning process.
• Support and perform detailed quality investigations, including measurements, visual inspections, and root cause analysis of rejects.
• Perform in-process evaluations and checks, including poke-yoke checks, and maintain records of completed tasks.
• Contain defective products; clean and inspect reusable components for reuse or return to assembly.
• Dispose of unsalvageable components according to disposition guides and metal type.
• Perform preventive maintenance, maintain daily TPM records, and master equipment as necessary.
• Assist with training new operators.
• Maintain housekeeping in accordance with 5S standards.
• Participate in ZFPS continuous-improvement efforts and provide feedback.
• Understand and comply with ISO 9001, TS 16949, and ISO 14001 requirements.
• Perform special projects and related tasks as requested.
• Identify materials properly through the Special and Non-Conforming Material Handling Process.
• Support new-product and engineering-change launches.
• Clean pallets and document the activity in controlled documentation applications.
• Understand Control Plans, FMEAs, and the impact of scrap on production.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and holidays.
• 401(k) plan.
• Climate-controlled facility.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid bereavement.
• Weekly payroll.
• Annual safety shoe allowance.
• Health care benefits, including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Wellness programs and incentives.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Supportive, collaborative team environment.
• Diversity culture.
• Supportive employee groups and community outreach activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED