3rd Shift DT12 Transmission Assembly - Production Tech

Daimler Truck North America•Byesville, OH
•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Tech is responsible for assembling DT12 transmissions through the established remanufacturing process. The associate installs all components to produce a complete transmission ready for dyno testing, following work instructions, manufacturer procedures, and original-equipment specifications. The role includes diagnosing and correcting build issues, inspecting components, and ensuring finished work meets quality standards. The position involves physically demanding manufacturing work, including repetitive processes, use of machinery and tools, and following standardized work procedures. Associates participate in improving safety, quality, attendance, productivity, housekeeping, and throughput; maintain a clean work area; and cross-train or rotate among jobs as required. The position is onsite in Byesville, Ohio.

Requirements

  • Ability to perform repetitive manufacturing processes and physically demanding duties.
  • Ability to stand on concrete for the entire shift and perform repetitive bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds with assistance from a team member or use of a hoist.
  • Capability for repetitive hand manipulation, grasping, and supporting power tools.
  • Ability to safely and nondestructively operate riveting tools, torque tools, hand tools, and small power tools.
  • Ability to read and understand Work Station Instructions and use work instructions.
  • Ability to collaborate with a team and work independently.
  • Ability to work overtime when necessary.
  • Established satisfactory attendance record and performance rating.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous experience in a manufacturing environment, particularly automotive or trucking.
  • Previous mechanical experience.
  • High school diploma or GED; further college education is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Assemble all components onto DT12 transmissions to produce a complete build ready for dyno.
  • Follow work instructions, manufacturer procedures, and original-equipment specifications when assembling transmissions.
  • Diagnose unit functionality and diagnose and correct build issues as they arise.
  • Identify component parts using identification numbers and inspect parts for defects or failure to meet standards.
  • Operate torque wrenches, air tools, presses, gauges, hoists, hand tools, computers, PIV, and pallet jacks.
  • Use computer systems to access assembly-process data and consult drawings, bills of materials, and specification sheets in electronic or hard-copy formats.
  • Follow the established work rotation plan and complete the training matrix for each rotation position.
  • Participate in improving safety, quality, attendance, productivity, housekeeping, and throughput, including suggestion activities and continuous improvement.
  • Maintain a clean work area and meet quality standards.
  • Cross-train on other jobs as required and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Starting pay of $23.00 per hour, up to top pay of $32.46 per hour.
  • Quarterly gainsharing bonus potential.
  • Additional shift differential for off-shifts.
  • 401(k) with up to 8% match and non-elective contribution.
  • Full-coverage benefit plan options.
  • Starting at four weeks of paid vacation.
  • Eight to ten calendar holidays.
  • Paid sick and disability leave, including sick days.
  • Eight weeks of paid paternal leave.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
  • Tuition assistance.
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