Job Description

Tenneco is one of the world’s leading designer, manufacturers and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers, with approximately 78.000 team members working at more than 300 sites worldwide. Through our four business groups, Motorparts, Ride Performance, Clean Air and Powertrain, Tenneco is driving advancements in global mobility by delivering technology solutions for diversified global markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket.

JOB TITLE:                Manufacturing Technician

LOCATION NAME:   Sevierville, TN

REPORTS TO:          Production Supervisor

Possible Shifts:

Weekday Night - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and every other Monday 6:50pm - 7:00am

Weekend Day - Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and every other Monday 6:50am - 7:00pm

Weekend Night - Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and every other Monday 6:50pm - 7:00am

PRIMARY FUNCTION:        

Responsible for the production of engine valves through machine operations.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Operate production equipment in accordance with process control plan and job safety analysis in order to meet safety, quality, customer requirements, and production requirements.
• Achieve operating goals of work cell/area in all aspects of the manufacturing process, such as safety, quality throughput and cost.
• Rotate job assignments as required.  Learn all operations in department through successful acquisition of skill-based training program consistent with scheduled time frame for such progression.
• Actively participate in and attend meetings with team, kaizen, etc.
• Read and comprehend written and numeric information, process drawings, gauges, SPC, etc., and understand total concept as it affects immediate and future outcomes.
• Perform basic trouble shooting, maintenance, and repairs to equipment.
• Adhere to all safety, quality and environmental requirements.
• Perform other job-related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. required OR
• Mechanical and/or electronics training OR
• Technical/trade school
• 1-2 years of manufacturing experience preferred

AUTHORITIES:

• The authority is granted to the Manufacturing Technician to complete the duties listed in the responsibilities section listed above.

Note: This position description describes only the general nature and level of work encompassed by this job. This description is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities, duties, and skills of associates at this level. The company may, at Management discretion, alter the minimum job requirements listed here based on the candidate’s qualifications and/or modification to job responsibilities. 

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.