thyssenkrupp is an international group of companies comprising largely of independent industrial and technology businesses and employing more than 100,000 people. Across 56 countries it generated sales of €34 billion in fiscal 2020/2021. Backed by extensive technological know-how, the businesses and all employees develop cost-effective and resource-friendly solutions to the challenges of the future, especially in the fields of climate protection, the energy transition, digital transformation in the industry and mobility of the future. Under the umbrella brand thyssenkrupp, the group creates long-term value with innovative products, technologies and services and helps make life better for future generations.
Company
Our Automotive Technology business is passionate about the automotive industry and produces as well as markets high-tech automotive components worldwide. With over 20,000 employees, we are responsible for the success of this business. Our product and service range includes chassis technologies such as steering and damper systems and the assembly of axle systems as well as powertrain components for conventional and alternative engines. We also develop assembly systems for body-in-white construction and produce lightweight car body components in series.
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.
Your responsibilities
This hands on role operates in the Bilstein Technical Center (BTC) of our Poway facility. This is a light industrial assembly role that works on multiple product lines. In this role you will:
- Clean and prepare parts and sub-assemblies for assembly of shocks.
- Assemble shocks as directed according to approved drawings or other visual aids.
- Assemble accessory kits and assemble small parts for inventory.
- Operate hand tools to include drilling to hone tubes.
- Perform visual and mechanical inspection of parts, sub-assemblies and assemblies for defects and other quality issues.
- Brings quality issues to the attention of lead and/or supervisor for further direction.
- Operate machine equipment such as lathe, end mill, and other metal cutting devices.
- Assemble shock absorbers on gas/oil fill machine and test on dynamometer.
- Assist in collecting and recording data for analyzing valving, performance, fitment and part failure
- Maintains tools and equipment in good working order.
Your profile
Our ideal candidate enjoys hands on, fast-paced work, and likes the challenge of putting things together. Experience in a manufacturing, assembly or an automotive background will be helpful in this role.
For this role you should have:
- A basic knowledge of hand tools and machine operation
- Ability to read and interpret drawings, diagrams and other written instructions
- Basic computer skills to understand and navigate the utilization of company software programs such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft
- Three to six months related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Certificate from technical or vocational school is a plus
- Experience as an automotive tech is a plus
Contact
For additional information on our company culture, company benefits, or to potentially get scheduled for an interview, please text SHOCKS to 25000
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Your benefits
Beyond the competitive benefits and compensation, thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America proudly offers a rich history, steeped in innovation and a lasting commitment to our customers, employees and communities. We invite you to learn more about our culture and company at www.bilsteinrocks.com.
Benefits:
- 401(k) Matching
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Company-Paid Short-term Disability
- Annual credit to company store
- Discount employee shocks
- Frequent employee events