Technical Services Project Coordinator

Inside the Role

The Detroit Technical Services Project Coordinator position will support the Technical Services department with strategic department initiatives and projects, as well as daily ad-hoc challenges. This individual will report to the Technical Services Director and will work as a key member of the team. The ideal candidate will be able to work autonomously and will have a continuous improvement mindset when it comes to tracking, displaying, and reporting out critical information. Must be able to juggle multiple requests/demands, prioritize effectively, and work in a fast-paced environment.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of $104,000 – $133,000 USD

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans.

What You Drive at DTNA

General Business Coordination:

• Stringent monitoring of major operational and strategical tasks.

• Provides daily review of department performance – Dept, KPI’s, MTTR, MTBF, Overtime

• Assists L4 Managers with daily tasks when required within TT/ODS

• Preparing/Providing of monthly KPI report and pointing out of required actions to define PPS initiatives.

• Assists with coordination of department internships.

• Assists with head count tracking for both hourly and salary employees.

• Preparation and updating of data (production data/program data) as well as presentations (town hall meeting / department presentations, off-site meetings, etc.).

• Coordinating topics for and preparing regular meetings (Plant Senior Management / Plant Committee Meeting / weekly Director Staff Meetings).

Continuous Improvement:

• Responsible for organizing, prioritizing, and tracking of departments TOS Blue Sky initiatives.

• Responsible for development of future TS Strategy and TOS Blue sky initiatives.

• Responsible for cooperation and collaboration with digitalization initiatives.

• Responsible for leading Technical Services cost saving initiatives.

Project Management:

• Preparation & organization of essential projects/reorganization actions/workshops.

• Responsible for tracking L4 and Project tactical implementation plans (TIP).

• Leads cost saving and organizational repositioning programs.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• BS/BA and prefer 5-7 years of relevant experience or 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree

• 1 year of group leader, project lead, or mentoring experience required

• Analytical skills to evaluate business + technical problems, develop countermeasures and convey them in high-level presentations                                                     

• Knowledge in LEAN and PPS required

• Well-versed in IT software with focus on Excel /PowerPoint.

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Detroit, MI US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Onsite

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.