AUTOKINITON WAS FORMED IN MAY 2018, BY KPS CAPITAL PARTNERS TO ACQUIRE L&W GROUP, A LEADING MANUFACTURER OF STRUCTURAL BODY-IN-WHITE AND INTERIOR COMPONENTS. IN SEPTEMBER 2019, AUTOKINITON ACQUIRED TOWER INTERNATIONAL AND MERGED WITH L&W GROUP TO FORM ONE AUTOKINITON. AUTOKINITON IS A LEADING TIER 1 AUTOMOTIVE METAL STAMPING COMPONENTS AND ASSEMBLY SUPPLIER. AUTOKINITON HAS 24 MANUFACTURING FACILITIES CREATING THE SECOND LARGEST BODY-IN-WHITE AND FRAME SUPPLIER IN NORTH AMERICA.
JOB/TASK FUNCTIONS:
The following job/task functions have been identified as the core functions of this position. However, the supervisor or manager may assign additional duties associated with this position.
Specify and follow up on new machinery coming into plant.
Specify and follow up on new transfer bars and fingers all types of transfer presses.
Automate new jobs and takeover jobs for all automated lines while working within a set budget, while looking for areas of cost save opportunities for the plant and the company.
Generate process improvements to increase efficiency.
Participate in Engineering kickoff meetings, ECN and New Job announcements
Track and monitor tryout events and be a direct line to the Axis tooling group on tool improvements of new dies. Coordinates tryout's for all new and Take over tools/processes for the plant.
Review and initiate material savings through material size reductions.
Maintain inventory and organization of the EHA Engineering Hold Area.
Generate cost and labor reduction ideas and opportunities
Continuously research new technology and see where it can be applied at Autokiniton.
Assist maintenance when needed.
Work with Welding and Stamping Managers to justify new products and projects.
Engineer/design small equipment such as poke-yokes.
Improve ergonomics at manufacturing work centers.
Go offsite to review possible takeover business.
Spec out auxiliary equipment needed for the manufacturing process.
Help in departmental operation wherever necessary.
Punctual and regular attendance is required.
Able and willing to work any shift assigned.
Maintains a high level of confidentiality in all duties.
Keeps work areas clean and orderly.
Participates in continuous improvement activities.
Involvement with early die designs to ensure practicality and what works best for the plant
Quoting new equipment from design to implementation
Good knowledge of QMS and tracking open issues with new dies/Welders in the plant
Ability and understanding of transfer simulations and how to use them.
Track and maintain spare tooling needed for the plant
Mentor and work with interns through the internship program.
Maintain department PDCA’s and report out as necessary.
Help in departmental operation wherever necessary.
Maintain backup robot programs on server
Successfully complete Fanuc robot training program
Can proficiently operate and set up all presses in the plant.
Proficient with "Linear" and "AP&T" transfer systems operations and program troubleshooting
Assisting Tool room with die improvement opportunities, quoting and cost savings.
Knowledge of customer labeling requirements for build event.
Ability to read, interpret CMM data and correlate failures back to fixture and implement improvements
Exceptional troubleshooting skills
Solid understanding of all components that make up a power press
Ability and knowledge of minor electrical components including wiring sensors.
Exceptional 5S and Lean manufacturing skills
Ability to interpret die/welder designs though AutoCAD.
Willing and able to assist other L&W facilities with issues and share knowledge, lessons learned.
Work with Transfer/Tandem die setters and operators to help them be more effective and efficient with automation on their work centers.
Ability to multi-task and work in high pressure situations.
Continuous improvement activities
Performs all duties and operates machinery & equipment according to MIOSHA standards and company procedures using required safety equipment (gloves, sleeves, ear plugs, etc.)
Able and willing to work any shift assigned, weekends and overtime
Regular and predictable attendance required
Assumes other duties as directed by supervisor
Required Skills Required Experience