New Bearing Assembly Utility Tech at The Timken Company in Mascot, Tennessee

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Job Title: New Bearing Assembly Utility Technician

Description: Serve as the lead assembly technician, production facilitator and trainer for the New Bearing area. Daily functions will change based on production demand, staffing and training needs.

Assembly Technician: Setup and operate assembly equipment and manually install components to produce bearings. Apply labeling and package product in accordance with customer requirements. Verify product conformance through visual and dimensional inspection using measurement instruments such as dial indicators, go/no-go gauges and poka-yoke devices. Maintain equipment and work stations through daily housekeeping and preventative maintenance activities.

Production Facilitator: Ensure that production needs are met by filling production roles to cover vacancies and absenteeism. Ensure proper material supply to the line and support production at bottleneck operations. Troubleshoot production issues and resolve delays. Maintain production status boards.

Trainer: Train associates on all aspects of the production process. Engage in the continuing development of the team to increase the flexibility and stability of the group.

Overall Purpose: Assemble new bearings, facilitate efficient production and train associates in a safe manner, complaint with all requirements, while achieving delivery and productivity performance expectations.

Essential Functions:

Physical Demands & Frequency:

• Ability to stand for extended period of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive or short-cycle work
• Frequent lifting, reaching, and handling
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Moderate twisting and bending.
• Limited climbing on step stools or platforms.
• Fine motor skills with frequent hand and arm movement.
• Vision must be normal (20/20). Correctional lenses are acceptable.

Qualifications/Training: Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in math and reading, good written and verbal communication skills, and strong problem solving skills. Candidates shall successfully complete training program and applicable qualification requirements. New hires shall demonstrate satisfactory performance during new hire probationary period. Ability to obtain and willingness to maintain certifications in all areas required. See chart below.

Environmental Conditions: Loud manufacturing environment, exposure to metals, machine lubricants, rust preventative and other process chemicals, seasonal cold/heat.

Protective Clothing and Personal Devices: Safety glasses, safety gloves, safety shoes, hearing protection.

The Timken Company, a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion, designs a growing portfolio of next-generation products for diverse industries. For 125 years, Timken has used its specialized expertise to innovate and create customer-centric solutions that increase reliability and efficiency. The company posted $4.8 billion in sales in 2023 and employs more than 19,000 people globally, operating from 45 countries. Timken is one of the World's Most Innovative Companies, according to Fast Company, and has been recognized among America's Most Responsible Companies and America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity by Newsweek, the World's Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere and America's Most Innovative Companies by Fortune.
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