Manufacturers Spring for Tour of Eibach Facility in Corona

Manufacturers-Only Tour and Networking of Eibach’s North American Hub located in the Inland Empire since 2003 

Christian Sebralla, COO of Eibach North America, Inc., leading tour attendees through the Corona factory.

Corona, CA – September 4, 2024: The Manufacturers’ Council of the Inland Empire (MCIE) in coordination with the event sponsor, Norco College, hosted a manufacturers-only tour of the North American facility for Eibach, the world-renowned manufacturer of high-performance suspension systems used in, among other applications, professional motor sports, earthquake shock absorption, railroad locomotives, ski gondolas, and a myriad of other applications. Eibach has four production facilities world-wide, and its North American production facility has been in California since the 1980s and in Corona since 2003. Interest surpassed capacity with over 20 manufacturers in attendance from across the region. 

After a networking coffee, an introduction by Wallace Brithinee, President of the MCIE, and remarks followed from Ashley Etchison, Dean of Instruction at Norco College, Juan Gonzalez, Apprenticeship Director of Norco College, and Melissa Eckert, Human Resources Manager of Eibach. Following the remarks, Christian Sebralla, the Chief Operating Officer of Eibach North America, Inc. welcomed guests and gave an overview of the company before leading the tour through the facility.  

The Manufacturers’ Council of the Inland Empire regularly hosts factory tours, networking sessions, industry panels and other events. Registration information for their October event will be made public soon. 

The Manufacturers’ Council (MCIE) represents manufacturers in Riverside and San Bernardino counties. Their efforts include reaching out to students, their parents, and the public at large with the message that skilled trade opportunities are available that offer rewarding high-wage careers.  

The Manufacturers’ Council of the Inland Empire’s membership is comprised of professionals, students, community members, and corporate leadership with interests in manufacturing in Inland Southern California.  

The Manufacturers’ Council of the Inland Empire (MCIE) supports education and career training on behalf of manufacturers throughout the region, offering programming and expertise in a variety of topics including innovative workforce solutions. Visit http://www.mfgcouncilie.com or our Linktree at linktr.ee/iemanufacturing for more information on careers, events, and membership.