TA2026-04 Materials Key Skilled 1 - Model Change - Temporary Assignment

Date: Mar 25, 2026

Location: Lafayette, IN, US, 47905

Company: Subaru

 

Career Opportunity

 

TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT

 

Position Title:

Key Skilled 1 - Model Change,

Temporary Assignment

Number of Vacancies:

8

Date Job to Be Filled:

ASAP

Section:

Materials

Shift:

Must be willing to work 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift as needed

Expected Length of Assignment:

24-36 Months

Eligibility:

  • Only Full-Time SIA Production Associates currently working in the Materials are eligible to apply.
  • Team Leaders are not eligible to apply for this posting

Brief Description of Duties:

  • Collaborate with Shop Management, Engineering, Maintenance, etc. on model change line layout(s), designs, etc.
  • Study initial line designs and collaborate with key stakeholders to confirm safety, ergonomics, quality, and staffing utilization.
  • Assist in line trials and cycle time confirmations.
  • Assist with the countermeasure of design issues alongside engineering and production.
  • Develop training documentation and assist with training activity to assigned section.
  • Work, alongside a team, to complete manufacturing processes towards the final assembly of Subaru vehicles.
  • Participate in Safety, Environmental, and Continuous Improvement (Kaizen) activities.
  • All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Basic computer skills (Excel, Word)
  • Strong technical writing skills
  • Knowledge in reading and interpreting blueprints/engineering drawings.
  • Strong knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes.
  • A “RESUME” is required to move forward in this process.   

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in basic fabrication.
  • Experience working with manufacturing equipment including install jigs, air-powered/electric tooling, etc.

Notes:

  • Must meet minimum qualifications to continue in the process. (i.e., resume / interviews)
  • Associate will return to the same section and shift once the project is complete.  
  • If there are supplemental Trim Model Change Temporary Assignments postings within a 12-month period, previous candidates must apply again to be considered for the position(s).
  • Associate Advancement Applications can be submitted on MySia. (A resume is required)

 

Requesting Manager

 

N. Strasser

Announcement  No.

 

TA2026-04

Announcement Date

 

March 26, 2026

Application Deadline

 

April 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM

 


Nearest Major Market: Lafayette