Accuride de Mexico’s wheel-production facility has focused on a robust use of policy deployment and aggressive continuous improvement initiatives. The facility has pull systems and an excellent continuous improvement process that utilizes value stream mapping and green belt projects to improve processes and products.
The 226,000-square-foot Accuride de Mexico facility is a leading producer of steel and aluminum wheels for the North American commercial vehicle industry. It directly supplies OEM customer assembly operations in Mexico and has been recognized numerous times by its customers for its exceptional quality and performance. These recognitions include the prestigious Daimler Trucks North America “Masters of Quality” Award and Navistar’s “Supplier of the Year” designation. The manufacturing facility was established in 1999, employs approximately 370 people and is located on the north side of Monterrey, Mexico.
The AME Excellence Award primarily recognizes North American manufacturing plants that have demonstrated excellence in manufacturing and business. The award acknowledges continuous improvement, best practices, creativity and innovation.
