Operations Tech- Dampers LOCATION: Huntington / Indiana (US-IN), United States | BRAND: Bendix | REQUISITION ID: 10650 | JOB GRADE: 09 | ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site <img style="height:auto;width:100%" src="https://rmkcdn.successfactors.com/ed7b1383/6ae37234-beb1-4c31-94c3-8.png"> Want to help shape tomorrow? At Bendix, we set the standard with advanced dynamic solutions that drive improved commercial vehicle performance and safety. We’re part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. You’ll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. JOB DESCRIPTION:$20.88/hr + $1/hr differential (for 2nd shift and weekend shift) Overtime opportunities! Benefits start day one! General: Responsible for assembling products or components on a production line while ensuring accuracy, quality, and efficiency. This role requires the use of various tools and equipment to fasten, fit, or cut parts in accordance with detailed instructions and blueprints. Employees are expected to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while operating in a fast-paced production setting. The position involves frequent lifting of heavy parts with the assistance of overhead hoist equipment at designated stations. Strong attention to detail is required to perform quality inspections and accurately complete all required paperwork and documentation. Employees will be trained to work at multiple stations across the production line, with the first day consisting of observational training. Team members must work collaboratively to maintain production flow and meet performance expectations. Work Location: Plant 1 Additional Duties: Other duties may be assigned as needed. Dampers Workstation: Lines 1–3, 5 Production Process Responsibilities Employees are responsible for supporting the production process across Lines 1–3 and Line 5, ensuring quality, efficiency, and adherence to customer specifications. Material Handling and Inspection <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Push carts of material to the wash platform</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Prior to loading, inspect each part (Line 1 and select parts on Lines 2 and 3) using a gauge to verify quality standards</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Only approved parts are loaded into the wash machine</li> </ul> Washing and Initial Assembly <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Load parts into the wash machine and monitor the process</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Once parts exit the washer (typically in sets of three), assemble each unit with two bushings</li> </ul> Welding and Filling Process <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Place assembled damper into the welder</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">After welding, transfer the part to the conveyor system</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Move the part through the fill station where silicone is added</li> </ul> Plugging and Final Weld <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">At the plug station, insert a plug into the silicone fill hole</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Weld the plug securely to complete sealing</li> </ul> Optional Component Installation <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 72.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Install a tone ring when required, based on customer specifications</li> </ul> Packaging and Shipping Preparation <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Package completed parts using the appropriate materials and methods</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Coordinate with the material handler for proper storage and shipment preparation</li> </ul> General Expectations <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Follow all quality standards and inspection procedures</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Maintain safe operation of equipment and work area cleanliness</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Ensuring production flow remains consistent and efficient</li> </ul> Paint Line Responsibilities Employees are responsible for operating and supporting the paint line process while ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency standards are met. Process Overview <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Remove parts from pallets and load them into the blasting machine, which is an enclosed system used to prepare surfaces for painting</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Monitor the blasting cycle and ensure parts are properly processed</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Transfer parts from the blaster to the paint line conveyor system, where they move through an enclosed automated painting process</li> </ul> Post-Paint Inspection and Packaging <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Unload parts after the paint cycle is complete</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Inspect each part for defects, including paint coverage and finish quality</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Ensure all quality standards are met before packaging</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Pack parts using the appropriate materials and methods for shipment</li> </ul> General Expectations <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Maintain a clean and safe work environment</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Follow all safety procedures when operating enclosed machinery</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Ensure consistent workflow to meet production requirements</li> </ul> Fin Welder Responsibilities Employees are responsible for operating the fin welder station while maintaining quality, safety, and production standards. Process Overview <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Load the part onto the fin welder fixture</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Position the cooling fin onto the centering fixture to ensure proper alignment</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Initiate the welding cycle by pressing the start button</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Monitor the cycle to ensure proper operation</li> </ul> Inspection and Handling <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Remove the part from the fixture once the cycle is complete</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Inspect the finished part for defects, including weld quality and alignment</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Place approved parts onto a pallet for further processing or shipment</li> </ul> General Expectations <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Follow all safety protocols when operating welding equipment</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Maintain a clean and organized workspace</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 48.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Ensure all parts meet quality standards before moving to the next stage</li> </ul> Tools: Staple guns, utility knives, RF scanner computer/software, printers, pallet jack, gages, tape poker. Protective Personal Equipment: Eye protection, steel toe boots, anti-fatigue mats, ear plugs, and anti-cut gloves. Environment: The work environment is climate-controlled but can be noisy, with frequent heavy forklift traffic. Employees work collaboratively with others to ensure production is maintained at the required pace throughout the shift. Essential Job Requirements <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Must be able to maintain good attendance including working overtime as required</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Must be able to safely and effectively operate in an industrial environment</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Must be able to read, write and comprehend work instructions, communications, policies, job safety analysis, etc.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Must be able to perform basic mathematical calculations </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Must be able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Must be able to reason, analyze and trouble shoot issues on the job</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Must be able to work as a team member, including but not limited to resolving issues as part of a team, and get along with co-workers</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Must be able to consistently meet production, safety and quality standards</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Must be able to safely and effectively perform all functions of the job as described in the physical job analysis listed below</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Must be willing to participate in daily pre-work stretching program</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Must be willing to assume other duties as assigned </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment as described in the standardized work instructions</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Must be able to comply with customer requirements (ex. Shipping instructions, packaging requirements, etc.)</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Must be able to stand for long periods of time</li> </ul><div>Become part of our team!</div> <div> </div> <div>Join us in shaping the mobility of the future!</div> <div> </div> <div>We - that's around 32,000 employees worldwide. At over 100 locations in more than 30 countries, we are committed to progress on rail and road through technological excellence, sustainable management and social responsibility. Our most recent turnover was 7.8 billion euros. With us, you can expect an exciting and varied job in an international environment as well as an attractive package.</div>

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