Production Technician DP2 (Machining) P2

Machining Production Technician

JTEKT North America is a global leader in engineering and manufacturing automotive systems, bearing solutions, and high-performance machine tools. Our global vision is to be preferred by all stakeholders to include customers, associates, suppliers, and our local communities. We employ great people that build value which surpasses the expectations of customers, build excellent products that astonish the world, and build professionals who think and act autonomously. If you share our values, come find your place in our JTEKT community.

We have an opportunity in our Vonore, TN manufacturing plant for a Machining Production Technician. In this role, you will be an essential part of our production team, operating and monitoring machining and automated equipment to produce high-quality parts. If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in precision, and are motivated by working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, this is a great opportunity to grow your skills and make an impact.

Summary/Purpose

Responsible for operating and monitoring machining and automated manufacturing equipment to produce parts that meet quality, safety, and production requirements. The Production Technician loads components, monitors machine operations, performs inspections, and supports continuous improvement while rotating through multiple machining processes.

Essential Duties and Accountabilities:

• Insert components into machines
• Operate production machines and equipment: washing, welding, boring, mounting, pressing, drilling, welding, installing, and detecting
• Operate machines and equipment by using control panel/switches
• Utilize the Andon call system if an imperfection/malfunction occurs
• Observe machine operations to verify that processing conforms to specifications
• Visually inspect parts for damage and defects, such as porosity, roughness, or cosmetic imperfections
• Read and comprehend work process charts, graphs, blueprints, measuring instruments, and pokayokes.
• Rotate throughout various production loops
• Replenish or stock parts as necessary
• Perform 5S duties including mopping, sweeping, wiping machines, taping floors, and cleaning walkways
• Participating in kaizen activities including Quality Circles
• Work daily overtime and Saturdays and/or Sundays when directed by immediate supervisor or, as necessary, complete essential duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
• Demonstrated ability to use hand tools and various measuring devices
• Ability to locate, comprehend, and apply information that is depicted in written memos, charts, graphs, and other visual representations.
• Ability to concentrate on a task over a period without being distracted
• Must pay attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and without close supervision within a team environment
• Satisfactory completion of Basic Skills/Orientation training within 1 month of employment
• Basic knowledge of applicable quality, health, safety, and environmental management systems

The above may be waived by the department Director/Manager and the Human Resources Director if the candidate is otherwise qualified.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• Excellent fine motor skills; finger, hand, and wrist dexterity
• Ability to utilize both hands, fingers, and wrists or two tools or a combination of such at the same time to efficiently complete tasks at scheduled loops
• Ability to walk approximately 6-7 miles over an 8-10 hour day
• Ability to stand for duration of shift; perform repetitive motions while walking or standing
• Ability to maintain concentration and maintain an A/B rhythm to operate machines to maximize production
• Ability to twist, press, turn, assemble, and handle components and/or assembled parts (600 – 750) times per shift
• Ability to pinch, reach, grasp, bend, lift, stretch, push, pull, and squat
• Ability to visually inspect parts and machines and read instructions, labels
• Ability to regularly lift up to 32 pounds
• Maintain a minimum of 8 hours worked/day, 5 days/week