This posting is for 1 position on evening shift (6:00 PM - 2:30 AM)
Responsibilities
Major Responsibilities: ° Conduct Quality Audits on production lines throughout facility to ensure product conformance. ° Operate various machines using various software systems per customer and Internal prints, Work Instructions, Regarding precision machined dimensions, assembly tolerance stack ups, and much more. ° Determine conformance and analyze the data and make recommendations for dimensional. ° Maintain quality documentation and support systems, a clean and organized lab, and a schedule for work to be performed and work completed. ° Lead/assist with the strategy for product fixtures and mounting to be used during the measurement process. ° Generate inspection reports, capability studies, DOE results, etc. based on the measurement analysis. ° Interact with all areas of Production in the execution of the flow through the CMM labs ° Assist with continuous improvement projects as defined and assigned by leadership. ° Participate in decision-making process in conjunction with Quality personnel on day-to-day issues relative to the determination of product / process acceptance criteria. ° Assist with any special builds/ orders. Education, Training and Experience Required: Associates Degree in a technical / engineering program is preferred or equivalent experience. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics: 1. Ability to operate/use, or quickly learn various measurement methods 2. Must be able to work with tight tolerances and be skilled at interpreting blueprint requirements, including GD&T 3. Strong mathematical, analytical, written and communication skills. 4. Must demonstrate great attention to detail in completing reports, studies, data analysis results accurately, legibly and in a timely manner. 5. Must be able to work independently, as well as pat of a team by providing leadership and direction while scheduling equipment and staffing to optimize lab performance. 6. General knowledge of Microsoft Office; including MS Word, Excel and Outlook 7. Working knowledge of Manufacturing, Quality, and Lean Processes in particular Machining and Assembly as well as Die Cast Components and General Manufacturing requirements in the Automotive Industry. Working Conditions: 1. Exposure to factory environment.What We Do
Akebono was founded over 90 years ago, and continues to provide the world’s automotive industry with advanced braking and noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) solutions.
The company’s commitment to innovation, process improvement, quality control and customer service has positioned it as a key resource for leading OEMs, Tier I brake suppliers and the automotive aftermarket. Key automotive OEM customers include Audi, Chrysler, Ford, General Motors, Honda, Isuzu, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Toyota and Volkswagen.
Akebono manufactures a wide range of brake friction materials and foundation brake assemblies, including disc brake calipers and drum brakes, employing the Akebono Production System (APS). This business approach features proven quality control techniques to guarantee minimal process variation in all phases of production. Embraced throughout the organization, APS enables the company to consistently achieve nearly zero defects per million parts produced.
Akebono operates R&D technical centers in the United States, Japan and France, and manufactures brake friction materials and components in 30 wholly owned or affiliated facilities worldwide. This includes four production facilities in Kentucky, Tennessee and South Carolina. All of Akebono’s operations have secured appropriate QS9000 and ISO14001 certifications, and the company has received a number of quality and performance awards from customers.
Worldwide, a total of 8,279 people are employed by Akebono; 3,054 in North America. In 2012, the company’s worldwide sales totaled $2.1 billion (US). North American sales totaled just over $1 billion (US).
Akebono has a proud legacy of achieving Japanese technological firsts. From its inception, Akebono initiated overseas technical tie-ups and offshore production. All of these activities stem from the constant demands of improving quality and increasing customer satisfaction.
