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
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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
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepares for shift’s pretreat system operation by conducting a variety of checks to include: weekly visual inspection of spray nozzles at all stages (1-9), daily check of day tank chemical levels upon reaching 20 gal., ensuring caustic and acid chemical levels and changing drums upon reaching 4 inches, checking stage solution pH levels, conductivity, and temperatures by way of Main Control Panel, and monitoring temperatures of curing oven and blow-off tunnels, recording all items to log.
- Performs walk-around inspection of pretreatment system, clearing any possible obstructions to conveyor, and records all items to log. Confirms operation’s readiness with other line functions before system start-up.
- Constantly monitors operation and performs required wastewater effluent tests and regeneration of DI system, backwash of sand filter, and cleaning of heat exchangers as needed.
- Ensure all alarms are off during proper system operation, and notifies Team Lead or Supervisor of any problem.
- Records all titration and any other quality check results, as well as TPM values in a Microsoft database on a daily basis
- Performs routine daily housekeeping duties at shift’s end, and as directed by Team Lead or Supervisor. Responsible for compliance with all posted work instructions, including quality and safety.
- Performs manual hand painting of products, as well as loads and unloads the paint line in an efficient manner that keeps production running.
- Maintains frequent visual inspections on all products for proper appearance and cosmetic defects. Tags any non-conforming parts with re-work labels and places in re-work bin.
- Maintains a clean workstation and cleans-up production areas as required.
- Demonstrates a willingness to learn other functions within the paint line.
- Communicates ideas and problems to engineers.
- Identifies discrepant products/materials 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 and Experience
- Demonstrated understanding of titration with ability to perform quantitative chemical analysis to determine the unknown concentration of an identified analyte. (ex: PH Value, DI Water, Zinc Phosphate ).
- Possesses a stable work history, preferably in a manufacturing environment, and a strong personal desire to work safely and maintain a safe working environment.
- Demonstrates a strong customer focus along with a great work ethic and willingness to do what needs to be done (without taking shortcuts.)
- 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.
- Position is require to be able to work required overtime that can be substantial during peak customer production periods.
- Possesses good hand-eye coordination and is able to perform detailed work with a strong attention to detail and quality.
- 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 read and understand work instructions
- Highly organized with ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Exhibits integrity through fair and ethical behaviors in all activities; maintains accountability for performance.
- Strong attention to detail with well-developed organizational and communication skills.
- Proven experience developing work processes to improve outcomes for the team/customers.
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED.
Your benefits
Bilstein has great benefits to offer!
- A Safe and Clean working environment. Temperature controlled manufacturing plant.
- Health, Dental & Vision Coverage within 30 days of permanent hire.
- 401K Program with 50% vest after 1 year and 100% vest after 2 years
- Paid Time Off + 13 Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Company Bonus Program
- Internal Growth Opportunities
- Free Steel Toed Shoes