Manufacturing Engineer

Tenneco is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to support our Frankfort plant.  Tenneco is one of the world’s leading designers, manufacturers and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers.  Federal Mogul – Frankfort which has been an integral part of the Frankfort community for almost 60 years and was acquired by Tenneco (Powertrain – Sealings & Gaskets business unit) in 2018. 

The candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining and improving current processes as well as developing and documenting new processes/techniques.  This position offers a unique opportunity for growth and development for those who are interested in furthering their career and growing within Tenneco.  ​We are ready to act immediately on those candidates who are the best fit for the role and they will be scheduled for an on-site interview with our management team at our Frankfort, IN plant. 

This is a very “hands on” position and the candidate will spend about 50% of their time on the floor and 50% in the office. 

Responsibilities include: 

• Investigate and assist in the troubleshooting of production problems related to tooling, equipment and process.
• Develop, recommend and implement changes that will result in the improvement of manufacturing processes and       product quality.
• Supervise, document and evaluate results of trial runs of proposed changes or on sample parts.
• Provide technical assistance to product and process.
• Initiate and/or approve deviations from engineering standards and follow up on communications with respect to           such deviations.
• Provide assistance and direction to maintenance personnel regarding equipment troubleshooting.
• Assist in the training of production and other salaried personnel.
• Assist in proper resource utilization to break constraints.
• Assist Product Line Manager in development of capital & expense budgets.

Requirements include: 

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering technology, chemical/mechanical/electrical engineering, or other            applicable degrees.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects concurrently and the ability to       be self-directed/self-motivated is essential.
• Machine troubleshooting experience is required. – Mechanical, electrical, pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Willingness to provide hands-on assistance to operators and maintenance teams.
• Willingness to work and communicate during off shift hours on an “as needed” basis when projects/production            demand it (estimated less than two times per month).
• Conform to Tenneco’s Environmental, Safety & Health Management System Policy.
• Experience with PLCs is preferred.
• Industrial manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Experience with rubber manufacturing/processing or metal treatment phoscoating processes is preferred.

Although we are looking for a qualified candidate, we encourage anyone to apply if they are interested in the position and have a hunger to learn and develop and have the majority of the qualifications. 

Tenneco offers a competitive compensation package which includes but is not limited to: vacation days, PTO sick days, 14 paid holidays per year, medical/vision/dental insurance effective on hire date, 401K matching, and paid disability leave. 

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Tenneco is 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.