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
- Lead and participate in improvement projects focused on enhancing production efficiency, safety, and quality.
- Implement and support 6S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain, and Safety) initiatives to maintain organized and efficient work environments.
- Design and develop prototypes for tooling and fixturing using 3D printing technology to support manufacturing processes.
- Monitor and report on technical availability during the 3rd shift, analyzing downtime events to identify patterns and root causes.
- Utilize downtime data to drive tasks and projects aimed at reducing or eliminating equipment and process interruptions.
- Collaborate with engineering and production teams to implement solutions and ensure continuous improvement in operational performance.
Your profile
- This role does not provide relocation assistance or housing allowance.
- Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong interest in continuous improvement projects and a passion for enhancing production efficiency and safety.
- Familiarity with 6S principles and a commitment to maintaining organized and efficient work environments.
- Basic experience or coursework in 3D printing and prototype design, with the ability to create tooling and fixturing prototypes.
- Analytical skills with the ability to track and report on technical availability, and to analyze downtime data to drive process improvements.
- Problem-solving mindset, with the ability to identify issues, develop solutions, and implement changes to reduce downtime and enhance operations.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate with engineering and production teams to achieve project goals.