Technician-Process I

Motherson is a multinational, people-focused enterprise serving a diversified industry range with a broad range of products and services and is one of the 22 largest automotive suppliers worldwide. With facilities spread across 41 countries and the strength of over 200,000 employees, the company has a truly global environment where diversity and inclusion drive our culture.

SMP Automotive is the Motherson Group’s specialist in innovative modules and complete systems for the automotive industry.

• A globally preferred supplier of cockpits, door panels and bumpers in Europe, United States, Mexico, Brazil, and China.
• A leading plastic expert with innovative processes and technologies.
• One of the largest suppliers of bumpers, instrument panels and door panels to the premium segment.

Locally, since 2018, SMP Alabama has been producing modules and polymer products for Mercedes Benz US International (MBUSI) in our state-of-the-art facilities. Parts we produce include:

• Interior door panels
• Front and Rear Bumpers
• Grills
• Claddings
• Rear Spoilers
• Rocker Panels
• Running Boards

Technician-Process I

The ideal candidate should have the following attributes and/or skills: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to demonstrate a troubleshooting mindset
• Technical experience in maintenance type work is a plus
• Experience maintaining auxiliary equipment
• Ability to set-up machinery, test quality delivered and communicate changes to the Maintenance organization
• Hands-on, fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of assembly and auxiliary equipment - hydraulics, controls, electrical, robots, conveyors and vision systems.
• Proficient in utilizing Microsoft Office programs for generation of charts/presentations

Main Duties

• Setup and troubleshooting of assembly machinery
• Maintain flow and quality of parts being produced
• Communicate process changes with the team
• Prepare equipment for production ensuring equipment process is properly adjusted
• Assist Process Engineer with Poka Yoke activities for OEE and quality improvement
• Set up and implement pre- and post-production equipment checks
• Responsible for equipment failure diagnosis and repair
• Assist with new product runs and trials.
• Startups and shut downs as well as troubleshooting.
• Continuous improvement in your area.
• Monitor the production line and assure continuous flow throughout production.