Dakkota Integrated Systems manages the complete assembly and sequencing of modules for OEMs and Tier One suppliers.
Dakkota values a culture of a family-like atmosphere and is committed to work-life balance, while placing an emphasis on continuous improvement and professional development to grow within, and outside, of Dakkota.
From our founding through our tremendous growth, Dakkota believes in building professional and personal relationships reliant upon compassion, care, respect and engagement, among other key values.
Dakkota Integrated Systems, a joint venture with majority partner Rush Group LLC and Magna International Inc., was established in 2001 to manage the complete assembly and sequencing of modules for OEMs and Tier One suppliers.
Dakkota’s vision and culture are firmly based on high regard for our diverse employees and customers. Accordingly:
- We strive to be the best place to work in the eyes of our team.
- We become better people because of our Dakkota experience; and Dakkota becomes better because of our contributions.
- We continually work to exceed expectations.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401k w/match, tuition assistance up to $5k/year, paid time off upon hire and paid holidays.
Key Areas of Responsibility (Answerable for the following end results)
- Enter all discrepancies (scrap, returns, cycle counts, etc.) into inventory system and maintain records.
- Perform cycle counts as required.
- Monitor inventory levels by running required reports each shift to validate appropriate levels.
- Communicate all supply issues to suppliers.
- Inform Material Planner and appropriate management in a timely manner of all supply risks.
- Enter receipts as directed.
- Assist in all plant inventory activities.
- Follow visual min/max procedure.
- Communicate min violations as required to customer and Material Planner (Holt specific).
- Pull inventory as required (product requests, build outs, etc)
- Administer all inbound / outbound expedite activity, as required.
- Follow shop floor engineering change procedure.
- Document all activities as required.
- Adhere to all company guidelines for Emergency Evacuation to ensure employee safety.
- Any additional responsibility deemed necessary by management.
- Monitor all material handler driving behaviors and practices to ensure safety.
- Provide direction to dock personnel for loading and unloading activities (Chicago specific).
- Monitor dunnage activities for correctness and accuracy (Chicago specific).
- Monitor customer bank screens and ensure timely shipments. (Chicago specific).
- Support and monitor outbound shipment transactions including all scanning activities (Chicago specific).
Limits of Authority
- Advise Department Manager of those situations that may pose a significant risk to the program, product assurance, facilities, employee safety or customer satisfaction results.
- Initiate actions to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformance relating to product, process & systems.
- Identify and record any problems relating to the product, process or system.
- Initiate, recommend or provide solutions thought the appropriate channels and verify implementation.
- Control further processing and delivery of nonconforming product until the deficiency is corrected.
Basic Education, Experience and Skills Required
- Associate degree or equivalent combination of experience and education
- 1-3 years applied experience in the materials department or manufacturing environment, preferably automotive
- Self-disciplined to perform time sensitive assignments with high activity, automotive, JIT experience
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel)
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal
- Strong attention to detail and follow through
- Able to maintain confidential information
Health, Safety and Physical Demand Requirements
Normal amount of sitting and standing, average mobility to move around an office and plant environment, able to conduct normal amount of work on a computer.
Travel Requirements
- Up to 5% travel required
- Valid driver’s license required