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APQP Engineer (Guadalupe, NLE, MX)

Ensure the implementation of the APQP process to successfully carry out the new product introduction stages, trials and production, coordinating the launching of new models in close communication with cross-functional teams, managing the implementation of engineering changes across this launching stage.

Collaborate in the process of effective execution of corrective actions and/or continuous improvement derived from internal issues (CARs) or external (PIRs), reviewing and communicating new model DCNs, plus ensuring compliance with PPAP client requirements.

Carry out the update of procedures for new models, while ensuring meeting timetables and project milestones, e.g. trials and production floor follow-ups, project kick-offs, cross-functional meetings, checkpoints, progress and internal program.

Experience starting from 3 years within areas and responsibilities handling NPI projects, DCNs, trials, employing the APQP/PPAP methodology, management of supporting document system, carrying out cross-functional communication to advance launching projects.

Knowledge and use of CoreTools (PPAP, APQP, Control Plan, PFMEA, MSA, SPC), IATF16949: 2016 standard, Lean Manufacturing and Problem-Solving tools, ISO14001, client specific requirements of automotive industry.

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Your Next Opportunity Starts Here (Troy, MI, US)

This role is categorized as a hybrid position, 2 days onsite / 3 days offsite

Company Overview

At Nippon Seiki International (NSI), we specialize in advanced driver interface technologies, including Head-Up Displays (HUDs) and Instrument Clusters, delivering innovative solutions to leading automotive manufacturers such as General Motors, Fiat, Chrysler, Stellantis, Honda, BMW, Nissan, Mazda, and Subaru

Purpose of Job

Your Talent. Our Future.

NSNA is always looking to connect with exceptional professionals who have a background in the automotive industry. This Job Posting is designed to build a talent pool for future openings. While this post is not linked to a current vacancy, we continuously review applications and may reach out when a suitable opportunity arises.

Major Duties/Responsibilities

We support our customers across the full product life cycle, from design to delivery, with a dedicated team of professionals who work directly with clients. Our capabilities are further enhanced by in-house departments such as:

Business Development
Purchasing
Supply Chain
Engineering
Human Resources
Information Technology
Quality
Business Planning
Finance

Education, Experience and Knowledge

Required and/or preferred level of education, knowledge and skills that are necessary.

Education	Bachelor’s Degree in related discipline.
Related Experience	We’re interested in candidates from all areas of the automotive sector, including but not limited to: Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Software) Quality Assurance Manufacturing and Production Supply Chain Program and Project Management IT and Systems Support Business Operations
Special Training or Competency	Observation, understanding, and execution of applicable company ISO/TS/IATF certification standards related to the role and impact on the overall organization.
NSI Competencies	Adaptation/Flexibility: Includes keeping an open mind regarding new ideas and ways of doing things. Willing to consider alternative interpretations or ways of looking at the situation. Demonstrating flexibility. Initiative/Results Driven: Includes setting high standards of performance for self and others. Striving to accomplish goals even if it means personal sacrifice. Putting the goals of the organization above own goals. Judgment/Decision Making: Includes making decisions and takes actions that have beneficial impact. Effectively evaluating information in order to come up with sound conclusions and recommendations. Resource Management: Includes setting clear objectives to guide action for self or others to accomplish goals. Organizing or adjusting information, people and materials to meet those goals. Team Work: Includes encouraging and supporting the ideas and effort of others. Finding ways to help the team or group perform effectively.

Additional Information

Work Hours

Monday-Friday, 8 am – 5pm. Off-hours as needed.

Hybrid position, 2 days onsite / 3 days offsite

Travel Requirements

Possible international and/or domestic.

If domestic travel is necessary, valid drivers’ license is required.

If international travel is necessary, valid passport is required.

Additional Information

If you’re passionate about automotive innovation and think you’d be a great fit for NSNA, submit your resume today to be considered for future opportunities.

DISCLAIMER

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

N.S. International, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Candidates must meet the minimum age requirement of 18 years to comply with labor laws and job responsibilities.

Training and Development Specialist (Sabina, OH, US)

Company Overview

Nippon Seiki is a world-class manufacturer of instruments for vehicles, agricultural, and construction equipment. Established in 1945, Nippon Seiki Co., Ltd. is headquartered in Japan, with numerous facilities worldwide. N.S. International, Ltd. ("NSI"), a group company of Nippon Seiki, located in Troy, MI, is a tier one supplier of instrument clusters and head-up display units for Stellantis, General Motors, BMW, Honda, Harley Davidson, Suzuki, Polaris, Arctic Cat and other OEM's.

Purpose of Job

This is a highly visible position which will require an individual to perform with an advanced degree of professionalism and integrity while handling sensitive and confidential information. The person in this role will assist by providing a wide array of HR support and advice. He or she will be responsible for offering guidance on training and development, performance management, associate relations and HR best practices while facilitating a positive relationship between associates and management.

Major Duties/Responsibilities

Top duties or activities in a given year. Not all tasks/steps performed are listed.
Tracking all associate training including, but not limited to: on-the-job training records (Task Certifications), on-site training, outside training, and Associate Career Development continuing education courses. Creating and maintaining associate training records using HRIS record-keeping and tracking systems. Providing individual and overall training records as requested for audit and departmental tracking purposes.
Providing support to associates by scheduling approved inside and outside training as needed, or as requested by the associate or their management team. Coordinating with training providers to schedule on-site training classes and programs for associates. Conducting on-site training courses for associates as needed.
Provide support to develop and maintain human resources programs, policies, and procedures.
Maintain a positive work environment and high associate engagement by providing excellent service and support.
Other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Knowledge

Required and/or preferred level of education, knowledge, and skills that are necessary.

Education

Bachelors degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent experience.

Related Experience

General office competencies, excellent communication skills, and computer literacy with MS Office suite.
Training and development, organizational development, performance management, policy development, associate relations.

Special Training or Competency

Customer focused attitude, with a high level of professionalism, discretion, sound judgement, and problem solving skills.

PHR Certification and/or SHRM-CP Certification.

NSNA Competencies

• Adaptation/Flexibility: Includes keeping an open mind regarding new ideas and ways of doing things. Willing to consider alternative interpretations or ways of looking at the situation. Demonstrating flexibility.

• Initiative/Results Driven: Includes setting high standards of performance for self and others. Striving to accomplish goals even if it means personal sacrifice. Putting the goals of the organization above own goals.

• Judgment/Decision Making: Includes making decisions and takes actions that have beneficial impact. Effectively evaluating information in order to come up with sound conclusions and recommendations.

• Resource Management: Includes setting clear objectives to guide action for self or others to accomplish goals. Organizing or adjusting information, people and materials to meet those goals.

• Team Work: Includes encouraging and supporting the ideas and effort of others. Finding ways to help the team or group perform effectively.

Additional Information
Work Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30 am – 4 pm. Off-hours as needed.

Travel Requirements

Less than 10% international and/or domestic.

If domestic travel is necessary, a valid driver’s license is required.

If international travel is necessary, a valid passport is required.

DISCLAIMER

Candidates must meet the minimum age requirement of 18 years to comply with labor laws and job responsibilities.

Payroll Specialist (Sabina, OH, US)

Company Overview

Purpose of Job

This position is primarily responsible for full-cycle payroll knowledge and accurate processing of facility US associates and assigned Japanese expat payroll. The position guarantees the disbursement of payroll, garnishments, benefits, and taxes to employees consistent with federal and state wage and hour laws. Prepares, analyzes, and distributes accurate month-end payroll and staffing reports to applicable departments. Assists with our HR related activities, including payroll policy documentation and development, and orientation

Major Duties/Responsibilities

Top duties or activities in a given year. Not all tasks/steps performed are listed.

Prepare and process weekly and bi-weekly payroll in accordance with all federal and state wage hour laws as well as company policies.
Prepare all payroll reporting including monthly, quarterly and annually. Prepare GL reports, headcount reports and other requested reporting.
Oversee timecard system and attendance policy for compliance as well as associate related issues.
Update associate and payroll records such as new hire, termination, tax status, direct deposit, reimbursements, rates, assignments, garnishments, etc.
Ensure JSox compliance.
Maintain appropriate files and documentation.
Other HR duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Knowledge

Required and/or preferred level of education, knowledge, and skills that are necessary.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent
Bachelors degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent experience preferred.
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification preferred.

Related Experience

⦁ 2 to 4 years experience processing payroll in a manufacturing environment

⦁ 5 to 7 years of payroll experience

Special Training or Competency

Proficienct in Microsoft Office; Strong organization skills with a keen ability to prioritize and multi-task; Confidentiality of sensistive information; strong attention to detail.

NSNA Competencies

• Resource Management: Includes setting clear objectives to guide action for self or others to accomplish goals. Organizing or adjusting information, people and materials to meet those goals.

• Team Work: Includes encouraging and supporting the ideas and effort of others. Finding ways to help the team or group perform effectively.

Additional Information
Work Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30 am – 4 pm. Off-hours as needed.

Travel Requirements:

Less than 10% international and/or domestic.

If domestic travel is necessary, a valid driver’s license is required.

If international travel is necessary, a valid passport is required.

DISCLAIMER

Candidates must meet the minimum age requirement of 18 years to comply with labor laws and job responsibilities.

IT Systems Engineer (Troy, MI, US)

Company Overview

This role is categorized as a hybrid position, 2 days onsite / 3 days offsite

Nippon Seiki is a world-class manufacturer of instruments for vehicles, agricultural, and construction equipment. Established in 1945, Nippon Seiki Co., Ltd. is headquartered in Japan, with numerous facilities worldwide. N.S. International, Ltd. ("NSI"), a group company of Nippon Seiki, located in Troy, MI, is a tier one supplier of instrument clusters and head-up display units for FCA US, General Motors, BMW, Honda, Harley Davidson, Suzuki, Polaris, Arctic Cat and other OEM's.

Purpose of Job

The Enterprise Systems Engineer will conduct a wide range of regional support and implementation activities for NSNA’s servers, storage, networks, and applications, focusing on cybersecurity standards and Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) best practices. This role involves designing, developing, and implementing solutions to resolve server, storage, and network issues, using project management and process building methods to align with IT security policies. Additionally, the role will collaborate with regional IT teams, internal departments, external vendors, and stakeholders to ensure system integrity and performance.

Major Duties/Responsibilities

Top duties or activities in a given year. Not all tasks/steps performed are listed.

Implement and maintain network security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, VPNs, MFA, and the latest password and data protection strategies to prevent and detect unauthorized access and cyber threats.
Investigate the suitability, assist with the design, and coordinate the implementation of effective monitoring, maintenance, integration, and automation processes for server, storage, and network infrastructure, ensuring network reliability and availability.
Communicate and collaborate with regional IT teams, NSNA internal departments, external vendors, and other stakeholders to analyze requirements and make recommendations to IT leadership for the design and implementation of robust security measures and solutions aligning with IT strategic initiatives.
Contribute to the development and testing of disaster recovery plans to ensure rapid recovery of IT services in the event of a major incident.
Provide guidelines and assist Enterprise Systems Administrators in troubleshooting complex issues, performing system maintenance and upgrades, and supporting end-users with escalated tickets.
Participate in incident response activities, helping to identify, contain, and remediate security incidents and system outages
Assist the IT Service Delivery team as an escalation point for technical support, user access management, and guidelines for supporting applications such as M365, SharePoint, line-of-business applications, and others as required.
Maintain accurate records of system configurations and changes, ensuring consistency and compliance with configuration and change management standards.
Ensure infrastructure systems comply with ISO 27001 and TISAX controls, and participate in continuous improvement activities involving policies, procedures, and user guide development to ensure standardization.
Stay up to date with and investigate new developments and trends in technology solutions related to infrastructure and cybersecurity.

Education, Experience and Knowledge

Required and/or preferred level of education, knowledge and skills that are necessary.

Education	Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related experience.
Related Experience	Related Experience: 7+ years of experience in IT with 3-5 years of experience in IT infrastructure, network security, or a related field. Proven experience in implementing and managing network security measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, VPNs, MFA, and data protection strategies. Hands-on experience with server, storage, and network infrastructure monitoring, maintenance, integration, and automation processes. Experience in developing and testing disaster recovery plans and participating in incident response activities. Experience with hypervisor and VDI solutions in a hybrid cloud environment, including deployment, management, and troubleshooting. Strong knowledge of cybersecurity standards and ITIL best practices. Proficiency in managing and troubleshooting complex IT systems, including servers, storage, and networks. Familiarity with ISO 27001 and TISAX controls and compliance requirements. Expertise in supporting applications such as M365, SharePoint, and other line-of-business applications. Technical proficiency in hypervisor technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) and VDI solutions (e.g., Citrix, VMware Horizon). Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with regional IT teams, internal departments, external vendors, and stakeholders. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to design and develop solutions for IT infrastructure issues. Project management skills to coordinate and implement IT security policies and processes. Ability to stay up to date with the latest developments and trends in technology solutions related to infrastructure and cybersecurity.
Special Training or Competency	Technical Leadership: Includes being the subject matter expert in this field. Ability to motivate the organization, enforce product technical excellence and sponsor innovation among the team. Observation, understanding, and execution of applicable company ISO/TS/IATF certification standards related to the role and impact on the overall organization.
NSI Competencies	Adaptation/Flexibility: Includes keeping an open mind regarding new ideas and ways of doing things. Willing to consider alternative interpretations or ways of looking at the situation. Demonstrating flexibility. Initiative/Results Driven: Includes setting high standards of performance for self and others. Striving to accomplish goals even if it means personal sacrifice. Putting the goals of the organization above own goals. Judgment/Decision Making: Includes making decisions and takes actions that have beneficial impact. Effectively evaluating information in order to come up with sound conclusions and recommendations. Resource Management: Includes setting clear objectives to guide action for self or others to accomplish goals. Organizing or adjusting information, people and materials to meet those goals. Team Work: Includes encouraging and supporting the ideas and effort of others. Finding ways to help the team or group perform effectively.

Additional Information

Work Hours

Monday-Friday, 8 am – 5pm. Off-hours as needed.

Hybrid schedule, 2 days onsite / 3 days offsite

Travel Requirements

5% international and/or domestic.

If domestic travel is necessary, valid drivers’ license is required.

If international travel is necessary, valid passport is required.

Additional Information

DISCLAIMER

Candidates must meet the minimum age requirement of 18 years to comply with labor laws and job responsibilities.