Machine Operator
Tenneco · Smithville, TN · 2 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
PURPOSE/SUMMARY
Tends one or more machine tools, special purpose machines, or industrial robots to machine metal work pieces to specifications on a production basis.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lifts work piece manually or using hoist and secures work piece in fixture or loads automatic feeding device.
- Starts machine, engages feed, and observes operation.
- Inspects and gages machined work pieces to verify conformance to specifications.
- Moves machine controls and guides to adjust machine.
- Replaces worn machine accessories such as cutting tools or brushes.
- Adds coolant to machine reservoir and turns valve to start flow of coolant.
- Files, sands, or shapes machined parts.
- Cleans machined parts.
- Tends machines and equipment other than machine tools.
- Ensures Tenneco produces quality products and has the authority to stop production in order to correct quality problems.
- Follows environmental policies and procedures and communicates concerns and issues to management.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.JOB SPECIFICATIONS
- Education/Experience: High School/GED Diploma Required. Previous manufacturing experience aids performance within the first few months.
- Skills/Characteristics: Ability to comprehend simple instructions, present information, add and subtract, apply common sense understanding, and perform tasks involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Environmental and Social Conditions: Regularly stands, walks, talks, hears, uses hands to finger, handle, or feel, stoops, kneels, crouches, or crawls. Frequently lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds, occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 75 pounds. Exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, liquids including oil, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. Noise level in the work environment is usually loud.