Who We Are and What We Do

Since GNS was founded in 1971, the global footprint has expanded rapidly. The company has expanded to several countries around the world.

GNS America was established in 2009. Our core business is in conventional stamping, hot stamping, welding, and assembly. Our tool and die capability offer simulation and full design and build activities.

Hot and Conventional Stamping

GNS offers a complete range of stamping equipment. Our stamping facilities can cater to any required automotive and industrial stamping requirements. In our automotive operations, we have a full range of stamping capabilities in the 100 ton to 800 ton range, in multiple locations. Our stamping capabilities span a variety of metals.

Laser Cutting

GNS is a recognized leader in the use of laser technologies, GNS utilizes multi-axis laser cutting technology. Our multi-axis lasers are used for both prototyping and our large volume production for the automotive industry. In addition to cutting flat metal, GNS provides trimming and hole piercing services for three-dimensional parts. Our lasers have the versatility to cut a variety of metals with varying thickness and degrees of complexity.

Welding

At GNS, we use spot welding in the welding of Ultra High Strength Steel and Press Hardening parts. Our welding and assembly cells are highly automated. We use automated robots to perform several of the most complex and precise operations inside the welding cells to achieve maximum cost reduction and ensure we produce the highest quality products for our customers.

If you want to join a leading manufacturing company, now is the time to plan your future career with us. We are in search of a dynamic team members to join our growing successful company.

SUMMARY

Responsible for coordinating, directing, maintaining and repairing all equipment and machinery at the assigned location(s). Create, schedules, maintains preventative maintenance program. Responsible for equipment set-up and appearance of the assigned buildings and grounds. Ensures the best possible use of the facilities at the most economical cost by utilizing suppliers and contractors that provide the best value.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following: Other duties may be assigned. In each of the duties listed below the employee is expected to perform to the highest standards of quality, to strive for maximum customer satisfaction, and to continually look for ways to improve the methods, practices and procedures of this position. Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in an effective manner with customers, clients, suppliers, and employees.

· Responsible for the troubleshooting and maintaining of all equipment and facilities to optimize, safety, cost, and productivity.

· Schedules repairs and work orders. Ensures repairs are done properly. Communicates status of equipment and repairs to appropriate team members.

· Specifies and orders all maintenance supplies such as hydraulic oils and greases for plant equipment.

· Maintains spare parts and tracks inventory and usage electronically.

· Establishes, follows and is responsible for preventative maintenance program at the location(s).

· Participates as an active member of the Safety Committee.

· May oversee construction and installation progress to ensure conformance to established specifications.

· Oversees the maintenance of all building alarm systems.

· Ensures the building and grounds appearance is maintained to a level that provides a good/favorable impression of the company.

· Coordinate the use of the Maintenance Department labor for new equipment installations and modifications with the Engineering Department.

· Depending on location, may be actively involved in overseeing the day to day Environmental activities, such as Storm Water prevention programs and recycling.

· Participates in continuous improvement and assists in its implementation on an ongoing basis.

· Responsible for keeping work area clean and well organized in a 5S manner.

Miscellaneous (Supervisory)

Fosters Company’s Values throughout the organization by living them daily.

Acts as a good steward of the Company’s resources and exemplifies the values of the Company.

Ensures personal and departmental compliance with all Company policies, procedures, values, ethics, and rules (including our Code of Conduct and Anti-Bribery policies), taking appropriate corrective steps as necessary.

Maintains and promotes a safe work environment through ownership of Company safety program. This includes following and enforcing all safety rules/regulations and proper operating procedures, as well as the proper use of prescribed safety equipment pertinent to the department, and immediately reporting all accidents/incidents to supervisor and Human Resources.

Supports and enforces the Company’s equal employment opportunity policy and actions, immediately reporting violations to supervisor and the Human Resources Representative.

Ensures that personal conduct and work area is free from any form of harassment (sexual, racial, religious, etc.), immediately reporting violations to supervisor and the Human Resources representative.

Supports Company’s quality and environmental policies and programs and ensures programs’ requirements specified for positions within the department are met; meeting quality/environment requirements specified by production drawings, bills of materials, control plans, policies, work instructions, and procedures.

Ensures that self and all employees actively participate in and successfully complete appropriate training (on-the-job, classroom, etc.) and that all training provided is evaluated and that proper documentation is provided for accurate maintenance of the employee’s training record.

Maintains frequent, regular two-way communication with employees to provide information on the state of the business and their performance, establishing an environment of trust.

Meets with employees regularly to discuss their performance, with formal written performance reviews completed at least annually using the employee’s job description as a basis for appraisal.

Meets with supervisor at least once per year to review job performance using this job description as a basis for appraisal.

Supports quality and environmental management systems as required.

Performs other miscellaneous duties consistent with this position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The number of direct reports varies depending upon the location. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the location’s Maintenance department.

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing and training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma Required; Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering or related field preferred; minimum of 7-10 years related experience in mechanical, hydraulics and electrical within a manufacturing environment (preferably in the automotive industry); 1-3 years of experience in a leadership position; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Maintenance or Journeyman Electrician Certification preferred.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

· Knowledge of machines and tools, uses, repair and maintenance.

· Strong organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written.

· Strong problem solving and analytical skills; excellent business planning and resource allocation skills to meet goals.

· Ability to build and maintain strong teams.

· Proven experience with creating and maintaining Preventative Maintenance program.

· Lean experience including TPM, 5S and Tool Management.

KEY METRICS

Maintenance Department Budget Performance

On-Time Preventative Maintenance Completion

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, journals, technical procedures and/or government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedural instructions. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Ability to use a personal computer with knowledge of Microsoft Office applications most notably Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Ability to use main business information system and preventative maintenance software (PLEX experience is preferred), and Internet based services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that the employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The Company will meet all legal obligations related to reasonable accommodation.

While performing the duties of this job, regularly required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel object, tools, or controls, reach with hands or arms, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

GNS North America is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.