JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS
Building cities. Driving commerce. Fueling Progress. For over 100 years, Allison has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.
What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we're driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide. In both the Allison Transmission and Allison Off-Highway Drive and Motion Systems business units, our team strives to Improve the Way the World Works.
Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!
Benefits:
The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company’s discretion.
Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
Employer HSA contribution
Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Short & Long-Term Disability
Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance
401K with generous Company match & contribution
Accrued Paid Time Off
12 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
Robust employee wellness program
Tuition assistance program
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities:
Design of manufacturing systems with the focus on continuous improvement related to quality and throughput capability of the production equipment.
Development of process documentation, including process stack sheets, process routings, PFMEAs, process flow diagrams, and error proofing plans.
Analysis of proposals for new machinery and equipment.
Lead the tryout and evaluation of new machinery and equipment.
Provide technical support to plant operations.
Develop and implement major Capital Appropriations Projects.
Development of cost estimates for new and major programs, often working from early concept cross sections, concept drawings, concurrent engineering discussions, and evolving assumptions.
Provides a physical presence in the workplace.
Competencies and Behaviors:
- Adhering to the highest standards in what we do. We succeed through integrity, trust, and quality as we drive for results.
Drive a positive customer experience. We deliver better outcomes when we understand our customers’ needs and execute appropriately.
Improve the way the world works. We develop better solutions through innovation and a continuous desire to improve.
Leveraging the power of teamwork. We develop better solutions by working together toward a common goal.
Qualifications:
Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Experience:
Required:
Minimum 7-10 years’ experience required.
High level of analytical ability.
Good written and oral communication skills, including regular and effective communication across functions and with Senior Management.
The ability to work effectively in a cross functional group setting, including work with Senior Management.
The ability to work independently, and to coach and mentor others.
The ability to multitask.
The ability to consider business impact beyond a specific functional area.
The ability to provide relevant, essential technical guidance to support Senior Management.
CAD proficiency (preferably NX and/or AutoCAD).
Strong computer skills, including MS Office.
An understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
Expertise in at least one of the following areas: Machining of rotating components, Machining of prismatic components, Machining of gears, Assembly.
An understanding of machine tool specifications, construction and maintenance, including the ability to document this knowledge in RFQ packages and Best Practice documents, and to participate in specification revisions.
Experience with statistical qualification of machinery, equipment, and gages, and the ability to improve and document our methods for completing these tasks.
Preferred:
Experience in working effectively with hourly employees in a manufacturing environment.
Formal problem-solving training.
Familiarity with QS and TS quality systems requirements.
An understanding of lean manufacturing concepts.
Specific specialized skills, including CNC programming, CMM programming, nutrunner programming, robotic programming, ladder logic, etc.
An understanding of transmission fundamentals.
Experience in a manufacturing environment in a non-US location, including mentoring and training of non-US people
Experience in implementation of major production launches (entire production lines or plants).
Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.
If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at [email protected].
Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Minimum 7-10 years' experience
- High level of analytical ability
- Good written and oral communication skills, including communication with Senior Management
- Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and with Senior Management
- Ability to work independently and to coach and mentor others
- Ability to multitask and consider business impacts beyond a single function
- CAD proficiency (preferably NX and/or AutoCAD)
- Strong computer skills, including MS Office
- Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
- Expertise in at least one area: machining of rotating components, machining of prismatic components, machining of gears, or assembly
- Understanding of machine tool specifications, construction and maintenance; ability to document for RFQs and Best Practices
- Experience with statistical qualification of machinery, equipment, and gauges
- Experience working effectively with hourly employees in a manufacturing environment
- Formal problem-solving training
- Familiarity with QS and TS quality systems requirements
- Understanding of lean manufacturing concepts
- Specialized skills such as CNC programming, CMM programming, nutrunner programming, robotic programming, ladder logic
- Understanding of transmission fundamentals
- Experience in non-US manufacturing environments, including mentoring/training non-US personnel
- Experience implementing major production launches (lines or plants)
Allison Transmission Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Allison Transmission and has not been reviewed or approved by Allison Transmission.
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Healthcare Strength — Access to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage is available, alongside life and disability insurance and an employee assistance program. A wellness platform (Virgin Pulse) supports prevention and healthy habits.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) program with generous company contributions or match is highlighted, with additional offerings like profit sharing and an employee stock purchase plan. Certain groups reference pension or defined contribution retirement components.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time are provided, with some roles noting flex days and sizable holiday allotments. Paid parental leave is also described.
Allison Transmission Insights
What We Do
Allison Transmission is the world’s largest manufacturer of commercial-duty automatic transmissions and hybrid propulsion systems. Our products are specified by more than 300 of the world’s leading vehicle manufacturers and are used in a range of market sectors—from bus, refuse and emergency to construction, distribution and defense. Allison was founded in 1915 in Indianapolis, Indiana, where the company’s global headquarters is still located. We have approximately 1,400 dealer and distributor locations, employ more than 2,700 people around the world and our international presence spans more than 80 countries. OUR VISION In addition to being the world’s leading provider of commercial-duty automatic transmissions and hybrid propulsion systems, we also strive to be the foremost provider of parts and services for our customers. Whether you drive, sell, service or distribute on-highway vehicles, defense vehicles or off-highway equipment, Allison provides you with the highest quality products and the best customer care. We work to win your trust and enthusiasm through continuous improvement driven by the integrity, teamwork and innovation from our employees and authorized partners. OUR PROMISE Allison promises our customers an automatic experience like they’ve never had: an unrivaled combination of Quality, Reliability, Durability, Vocational Value and Customer Service.
