Automatic Assembly, Set Up & Operate - 3rd Shift

U.S. Tsubaki Automotive, LLC is an international tier-one supplier of high-speed chain drive systems to the automotive industry.

About the role

Set up and operate automatic assembly lines to produce Automotive Timing Chain and Components. Perform changeovers, adjust equipment, and maintain quality using statistical quality control methods. Work to specifications, schedules, and instructions from the department group leader or supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance inspection before each shift as outlined on the Preventive Maintenance Check Sheet, including applying oil or grease and confirming detector operability.
• Conduct comprehensive preventive maintenance tasks such as oil changes.
• Troubleshoot chain assembly equipment to interpret alarm messages, identify issues, and correct them.
• Operate and maintain the assembly line, which includes machines/operations for roller link assembly, chain assembly, riveting, pre-stressing, articulation checking, center distance measuring, automatic cutting, endless operation, washing, final inspection, and packing.
• Adhere to work standards and maintain production schedules, quality control records, chain assembly records, shipping charge numbers, and traceability records for each charge of chain.
• Report unusual problems to the departmental supervisor.
• Prepare test samples for quality control per work standard and record production data as directed.
• Utilize a machine-monitoring system to record downtime and report faulty operation or defective material.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area and follow standard safety regulations.
• Perform other similar and associated duties as required or directed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• 2-5 years of experience running multiple machines and performing preventive maintenance.
• Safety-first mindset with a strong focus on quality.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and in a fast-paced setting.
• Good mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to use material handling devices such as hand trucks and hydraulic lift trucks.
• Basic computer skills.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, including medical and dental benefits, life insurance.
• Generous 401(k) match and profit sharing.
• Paid vacation time.
• Step increases.
• Shift differential pay.
• Weekly pay.

Pay

$24.29 - $26.92 hourly wage.