Shock Technician-AFCO

Egroup Us; Boonville (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Discount on Products

Growth Opportunities

Parental Leave

Job summary

AFCO Performance Group is seeking a hands-on team member to assist in building and tuning racing shock absorbers to exacting standards at our Indiana facility.

You’ll operate test equipment like a shock dynamometer, maintain a clean work area, and contribute ideas to improve efficiency and quality while respecting confidential company information. A passion for excellence and teamwork will help you thrive here.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate/read measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators).
• Must stand and work with hands continually on shock internals.
• Must acknowledge confidentiality of AFCO trade secrets.
• Understanding of data acquisition and data analysis is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building and tuning racing shock absorbers to high quality standards and closest tolerances.
• Operate test equipment, such as a shock dynamometer, to verify performance.
• Maintain a clean work environment including tools and test equipment, both between jobs and at the end of the day.
• Follow current processes and procedures but discuss other ideas for improved efficiency and/or quality.
• Assist in shock building, track testing, durability testing and documenting test result data, including test failures for prototypes and production parts.

Skills

Operate measuring instruments

Team collaboration

Data acquisition & analysis

Quality mindset

Tools

Shock dynamometer

Job description

Looking to join our team? Here’s what we’re looking for! Due to the exploding market of Auto Racing, we are looking for a team member that enjoys daily or weekly goal setting and teaming up to exceed expectations. The ideal candidate is eager to join a team of experts to learn from and work with. The ideal candidate shows enthusiasm and a passion for excellence.

Job Overview:

• Assist in building and tuning racing shock absorbers to the highest quality standards and closest tolerances.
• Operate test equipment, such as a shock dynamometer, to verify if the shock's performance meets standards.
• Maintain a clean work environment including tools and test equipment, both between jobs and at the end of the day.
• Follow current processes and procedures but not be afraid to discuss other ideas for improved efficiency and/or quality.
• Assist in shock building, track testing, durability testing and documenting test result data, even test failures for possible future use, of prototype and production parts

What you’ll need to succeed in this position:

• Must be able to operate/read measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, dial indicators etc.
• Must be able to stand and work with your hands continually, manipulating shock internals.
• Must recognize and acknowledge the high moral quality and goodwill of the company.
• Understanding of data acquisition and data analysis is a plus.
• Must understand and acknowledge that the employee is exposed to trade secrets or other information that is proprietary to AFCO and must agree to maintain the confidentiality of both.
• Understanding of data acquisition and data analysis is a plus.

Shift:

We are currently working Monday through Friday (7 AM – 3:40PM) .

We’ll take care of you – here’s how!

We put our employees first and care about your well‑being and personal life. From a competitive benefits package and 401k plan to growth opportunities, we always have your best interest in mind.

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Continuing Education Reimbursement
• Wellness Program and Healthy Living Reimbursement
• Discount on Products
• Growth Opportunities
• Paid Parental Leave
• An extremely supportive team

About AFCO Performance Group

AFCO Performance Group engineers, manufactures, and distributes premium Shocks, Springs, Brakes, Cooling, Exhaust Products, Gauges, Scales, Specialty Tools, Chassis Setup Equipment, and Motorcycle Products through its various brands: AFCO Racing Products, Dynatech Headers, PRO Shocks, DeWitts Radiators, Longacre Racing Products, Legend Suspensions, and Custom Dynamics. AFCO Performance Group continues to build on over 40 years of manufacturing experience with quality performance products, racing engineering innovation, and superior service and support.