Machine Operator Off Shifts

Overview

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With a broad, innovative product portfolio, a commitment to quality, and a global presence, we are about getting stuff done to win. The Tenneco Way, fueled by our Core Values and a winning mindset, keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and focused on pushing past limits and redefining success.

Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride, you’ll thrive here. For more about who we are, visit our website to discover the Tenneco Way.

This position operates machines completing one or more processes toward the manufacturing of exhaust pipe assemblies and components. Perform as an active team member in supporting and performing all the tasks within a cell group.

• Perform as a team member of a cellular operating group, which requires the ability to learn, perform preventative maintenance; set-up and operate machines and rotate to all workstations within each cell.
• Handle materials and tools, operate machines, assemble and inspect all product of varying shapes, sizes and weights.
• Perform duties within acceptable quality, quantity, performance and safety standards.
• Perform safety checks and preventative maintenance on each machine to ensure safe operating condition and complete daily safety check-off lists.
• Maintain station control of operations, ensure parts meet specifications, inspect parts to meet quality standards, identify production and quality problems and assist the Team Leader with problem correction.
• Work within plant policies, handbooks and work instructions to maintain safety, environmental, quality, productivity and performance standards.
• Overtime as required/requested.
• Follow machine repair procedures for breakdowns. Complete basic repairs and adjustments of minor problems and report issues to Team Leader or Maintenance.
• Perform SPC, visual and gauge inspection, and complete charts and required forms.
• Clean the machine and surrounding work area.
• Operate machines as assigned to assist co-workers at other workstations as needed.
• Perform or assist in part changeovers.
• Assist in 5S advancement and Lean principles implementation.

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE

• No previous experience required

REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to read and understand work orders, machine manuals, directions, charts and safety regulations.
• Mechanical aptitude to operate machines and perform basic preventative maintenance and minor repairs.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to follow directions and adapt to problems and changes in job assignments.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to learn and perform all jobs in the assigned Cell group and rotate to each workstation as needed. Knowledge of the building process and construction principles.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and building codes.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Flexibility to work long hours and other work schedules as needed
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Extensive standing, walking, climbing, stooping, bending, reaching, twisting, arm, wrist and hand motion
• Manual dexterity
• Good visual ability
• Frequent skin exposure to chemical-based fluids such as coolant, drawing compounds, lubricating oils, etc.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Production plant floor work and…