Company
thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, Inc. is a world class manufacturer of suspension solutions headquartered in Hamilton, Ohio USA. thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America supplies products to a wide range of Original Equipment Automotive Manufacturers as well as Aftermarket and Motorsports customers. Our Aftermarket operations are based out of Poway, CA and our Motorsports operations are based out of Mooresville, NC.
For decades, the name BILSTEIN has been synonymous with high tech in suspension design, driving comfort, and safety. In order to expand this position BILSTEIN became a division of thyssenkrupp Technologies AG in 1988, and a wholly owned subsidiary in 2005. This partnership has enabled us to continue the BILSTEIN tradition of excellence.
Your responsibilities
Summary:
The GFU Operator is responsible for settings standards for machines and feeding tubes into the machine. Operators help build components to meet customer needs that will be used in the production line. As a GFU Operator, employees work as a member of a team, using machinery to build component parts to company specifications and customer expectations consistent with Bilstein’s quality and productivity standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintains a safe working environment by complying with all safety and environmental policies in the workplace. Advocates for and promotes a safe work environment by reporting Near Misses and/or other safety and environmental hazards, wearing all required PPE and encouraging others to do the same.
- Able to ask questions, seek help, and problem solve when the need arises.
- Sets machine parameters as specified, adjust settings, sensors to dial in process and then create a part.
- Inspects finished part characteristics like, outside diameter, length, and wall thickness using gages (height gages, calipers, and microscopes).
- Identifies discrepant materials/components both in writing and verbally to supervisor.
- Completes tasks as directed by manufacturing schedules and within standard times.
- Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Your profile
Qualifications & Experience
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated ability to troubleshoot machine issues as well as ability to think critical in situations.
- Demonstrated knowledge of hydraulic/pneumatic mechanics.
- Proven mechanical aptitude with the understanding and ability to apply mechanical concepts and principles to solve problems.
- Conveys an understanding of blueprints, engineer plans, and specific materials.
- Demonstrated knowledge of basic math, including working with decimals, and strong mechanical aptitude. Possesses a logical method of problem solving and willingness to learn and improve one’s skills. Demonstrates a strong commitment to meet and exceed customer requirements at all times.
- Possesses good hand-eye coordination and is able to perform detailed work with a strong attention to detail and quality.
- Demonstrates a strong customer focus along with a great work ethic and willingness to do what needs to be done (without taking shortcuts.)
- Position is required to be able to lift up to 40 pounds, perform repetitious duties and walk or stand for long periods of time on a daily basis.
- Position is required to be able to work required overtime that can be substantial during peak customer production periods.
- Highly organized with ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Exhibits integrity through fair and ethical behaviours in all activities; maintains accountability for performance.
- Proven experience developing work processes to improve outcomes for the team/customers.
Education:
- High School diploma or G.E.D.
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Job descriptions are not intended to create a contract, nor are they to be construed to constitute contractual obligations of any kind or a contract of employment between thyssenkrupp and any of its employees. The provisions of job descriptions have been developed at the discretion of management and may be amended or cancelled at any time by thyssenkrupp with or without notice.
Employment with thyssenkrupp is voluntarily entered into, and the employee is free to resign at will at any time, with or without cause. Similarly, thyssenkrupp may terminate the employment relationship at will at any time, with or without notice or cause, so long as there is not violation of applicable federal or state law.
Your benefits
Bilstein has great benefits to offer!
- A state-of-the-art OE manufacturing plant with a strong focus on safety and cleanliness.
- Multiple competitive Health, Dental & Vision Coverage options.
- 401K matching program.
- Paid time off + 13 paid holidays.
- Paid volunteer hours.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Gym reimbursement.
- Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
- Internal growth opportunities.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Discounted BILSTEIN products.