Production Associate
About the job
- Solid, recent manufacturing work history.
- Ability to pass a hands-on electric driver and dexterity assessment.
- Ability to lift repetitively up to 35 pounds; bend, twist, and grip repetitively; and stand for prolonged periods of 8–12 hours.
- Ability to work overtime, including weekend overtime.
- Comfort working in an environment with extreme temperatures and loud noises.
- Ability to pass the DENSO job-specific communication assessment.
- Assemble automotive parts.
- Perform visual inspections.
- Operate an electric air-driver.
- Complete daily reports.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Run any and all aspects of the production line when necessary.
- Perform all work safely, following all safety procedures.
- Identify and resolve problems.
- Support Kaizen (continuous improvement) activities.
- Train new team members.
- Take all steps necessary to meet the customer's needs.
- Strong work ethic.
- Eye for safety and quality.
- Ability to take ownership over individual responsibilities.
- Drive to keep up with fast-paced production requirements.
- Positive team orientation.
- Desire to accept constructive criticism and use feedback for future growth.
About the company
Denso Thermal Systems S.p.A. designs, develops, manufactures and sells automotive thermal components and integrated cockpit modules, including air-conditioning systems, engine cooling parts, heat exchangers, radiators and compressors for cars, commercial vehicles, tractors and buses. Its products cool engines, regulate cabin temperature and provide compact, integrated cockpit and front-end assemblies for vehicles. As part of the DENSO Group, it benefits from a global footprint, multiple product lines, and aftermarket support that span different vehicle types. Its goal is to deliver reliable, efficient thermal solutions and integrated modules to OEMs and aftermarket customers, helping vehicles run safely and comfortably across a wide range of mobility sectors.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Kariya, Japan
Founded
1947
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- June 2026 AESC battery passport validation positions DENSO for the February 2027 EU mandate.
- FY2026 revenue reached ¥7.54 trillion and operating profit rose 6.5%, proving execution.
- North American sales hit $12.7 billion in FY2026, giving DENSO scale in its largest market.
What critics are saying
- DENSO withdrew its April 2026 Rohm bid, losing control over critical power semiconductor supply.
- FY2027 operating profit guidance falls to ¥500 billion as tariffs and material costs bite.
- Toyota-linked automotive demand dominates DENSO; a prolonged EV sourcing shift compresses core volumes and bargaining power.
What makes Denso unique
- DENSO’s June 2026 battery passport service ships EU Battery Regulation compliance, not concepts.
- DENSO’s MobiQ V2X stack and RSU-5941 target roadside infrastructure, fleet, and traffic systems.
- DENSO’s April 2026 FoodVentures deal extends automotive sensing and manufacturing into controlled agriculture.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) Company Match
- Bonus Program
- Wellness Program
- Onsite Fitness Center
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Career Development and Ongoing Training