Overview Piston Automotive is seeking an IT Business Analyst - ERP for our Southfield, MI Corporate Office. The IT Business Analyst - ERP is responsible as the first line of contact for Enterprise ...
Overview Piston Automotive is seeking an IT Business Analyst - ERP for our Southfield, MI Corporate Office. The IT Business Analyst - ERP is responsible as the first line of contact for Enterprise ...
Quality Engineer
Kansas City, MO · On-site
$66K - $86K/yr
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
Quality Engineer
Kansas City, MO · On-site
$66K - $86K/yr
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
Quality Engineer
$68K - $88K/yr
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
Quality Engineer
$68K - $88K/yr
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
Controls Engineer C-Crew
Kansas City, MO · On-site
$77K - $99K/yr
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
Controls Engineer C-Crew
Kansas City, MO · On-site
$77K - $99K/yr
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
Quality Engineer
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
$68K - $88K/yr
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
Quality Engineer
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
$68K - $88K/yr
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
Controller
North Kansas City, MO · On-site
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
Controller
North Kansas City, MO · On-site
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
IA Aircraft Mechanic GA Piston
Rockwood, TN · On-site
$30 - $60/hr
Experienced A&P Mechanic with Inspection Authorization to perform maintenance, inspections, major alterations, and return-to-service functions for a mixed fleet of piston and turbine aircraft. Strong ...
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IA Aircraft Mechanic GA Piston
Rockwood, TN · On-site
$30 - $60/hr
Experienced A&P Mechanic with Inspection Authorization to perform maintenance, inspections, major alterations, and return-to-service functions for a mixed fleet of piston and turbine aircraft. Strong ...
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
Piston Automotive is seeking a ADVACED QUALITY ENGINEER at our Corporate office in Southfield, MI. The Advanced Quality Engineer will provide analytical and technical support to the Quality and ...
Piston Automotive is seeking a ADVACED QUALITY ENGINEER at our Corporate office in Southfield, MI. The Advanced Quality Engineer will provide analytical and technical support to the Quality and ...
Quality Engineer
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
$68K - $88K/yr
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
Quality Engineer
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
$68K - $88K/yr
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
Project Engineer
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
Project Engineer
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
Piston Automotive is seeking an IT Business Analyst - ERP for our Southfield, MI Corporate Office. The IT Business Analyst - ERP is responsible as the first line of contact for Enterprise Resource ...
Piston Automotive is seeking an IT Business Analyst - ERP for our Southfield, MI Corporate Office. The IT Business Analyst - ERP is responsible as the first line of contact for Enterprise Resource ...
Project Engineer
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
Project Engineer
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
Principal Engineer - Hydraulic Pump Systems (Axial Piston, Variable Displacement) Lead the development, improvement, and technical advancement of hydraulic pump systems, with a focus on axial piston ...
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Principal Engineer - Hydraulic Pump Systems (Axial Piston, Variable Displacement) Lead the development, improvement, and technical advancement of hydraulic pump systems, with a focus on axial piston ...
NIST PREP Research Associate to Develop a Higher Accuracy Pressure Scale with Piston Gauges
Gaithersburg, MD · On-site
$47K - $107K/yr
A piston gauge establishes a calculable pressure from the measured piston area and the force (weight) applied to the piston. The uncertainty in pressure is dominated by the uncertainty in "effective ...
NIST PREP Research Associate to Develop a Higher Accuracy Pressure Scale with Piston Gauges
Gaithersburg, MD · On-site
$47K - $107K/yr
A piston gauge establishes a calculable pressure from the measured piston area and the force (weight) applied to the piston. The uncertainty in pressure is dominated by the uncertainty in "effective ...
Principal Engineer - Hydraulic Pump Systems (Axial Piston, Variable Displacement)
Kalamazoo, MI · On-site
$100K - $130K/yr
Principal Engineer - Hydraulic Pump Systems (Axial Piston, Variable Displacement) Lead the development, improvement, and technical advancement of hydraulic pump systems, with a focus on axial piston ...
Principal Engineer - Hydraulic Pump Systems (Axial Piston, Variable Displacement)
Kalamazoo, MI · On-site
$100K - $130K/yr
Principal Engineer - Hydraulic Pump Systems (Axial Piston, Variable Displacement) Lead the development, improvement, and technical advancement of hydraulic pump systems, with a focus on axial piston ...
Controls Engineer C-Crew
$77K - $99K/yr
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
Controls Engineer C-Crew
$77K - $99K/yr
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of ...
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What is the difference between Piston vs Valve Technician?
| Aspect | Piston | Valve Technician |
|---|---|---|
| Required Certifications | ASE certifications, mechanical licenses | ASE certifications, mechanical licenses |
| Work Environment | Engine repair shops, manufacturing plants | Automotive repair shops, industrial facilities |
| Industry Usage | Automotive, manufacturing, aerospace | Automotive, industrial machinery |
Both Piston and Valve Technicians require similar certifications and often work in automotive or manufacturing environments. However, pistons are primarily associated with engine components, while valve technicians focus on engine valves and related systems. Understanding these distinctions helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus within the mechanical repair industry.
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Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 4 days ago
Piston Automotive rating
2.6
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Job description
Piston Automotive is seeking an IT Business Analyst - ERP for our Southfield, MI Corporate Office. The IT Business Analyst - ERP is responsible as the first line of contact for Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) related support concerns. This position reports to the IT Director of Manufacturing Systems. This individual will serve as the business process and technical software expert for our corporate resources and across all production facilities. Some travel-roughly 20%-- is anticipated to review plant processes and to meet coworkers. The position serves as the subject matter expert for ERP-related processes such as inventory management, material shipping & receiving, financial tracking & reporting, accounting & supply chain management. Occasional weekend and off-hours support is required to support plant operations.
Piston Automotive wasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of execution through a combination of experience, expertise, and a deep seeded passion for what we do. Our assemblies consistently set the standard because our people consistently raise the bar.
Why Piston Automotive?
Competitive Wages, Paid Holidays & Vacation, Medical & Rx Plans, Dental & Vision Plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Life & Disability Coverage, 401K with Company Match, Tuition Reimbursement , Vehicle and Product Discounts
Responsibilities- Provide Technical support for Operations for ERP-related processes.
- Ensure all ERP related initiatives stay on-schedule and on-budget.
- Developing and maintaining relevant system and process documentation for both existing and proposed processes.
- Collaborates with internal and external customers, and Information Technology executives to drive the application systems or technical services processes.
- Ability to train and coach coworkers on ERP software & processes
- Ability to collaborate with other technical and non-technical resources
- Ability to develop and execute software Test Plans
- Managing user privileges
- Vendor management collaboration on software development projects
- On Call responsibilities including off hour regarding troubleshooting for Plant level
- An Associate Degree in Computer Science, Business Administration or related field (Bachelor's or Master's Degree preferred)
- Two (2) years of experience Plex (ERP) experience is required. Detailed familiarity with labeling, scanning, inventory, shipments, financials, materials, integration, etc.
- A minimum of two (2) years of experience in the design, development, deployment and support of IT systems in the automotive industry
- A minimum of two (2) years of experience in the Automotive industry experience is required
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- Different Build processes: Batch, Broadcast & Sequenced (ILVS)
- MES integration with ERP systems
- Bill of Materials, piece price management, component-based releases
- Component & Lot Traceability & Quality requirements & processes
- Managing Releases, Purchase orders, Invoices
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
- Experience with shipping to Ford, Stellantis, GM & Honda highly preferred
- Proficiency in SQL and Excel highly preferred
- Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) support experience highly preferred
- Experience with Plex Classic and Plex UX and transition (Classic to Plex)
- Experience supporting IATF, ISO & Cybersecurity Audits
Piston Automotive, part of the Piston Group family of companies, is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the unique contributions of every employee. We encourage all candidates to apply for positions that match their skills and capabilities, ensuring equal consideration without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For any questions regarding job opportunities or the application process, please reach out to us at pistongrouptalent@pistongroup.com. We are committed to providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the job search and application process, reinforcing our commitment to inclusivity for all job seekers.
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About Piston Automotive
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Company size
501 - 1,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Redford, MI, US
Year founded
1996