NTN Bearing Corporation of America is a leading manufacturer of anti-friction bearings and constant velocity joints in the United States. Our fast paced, highly automated tier 1 automotive supplier plant located in Elgin, IL is currently seeking machine operators.

Position Hours

1st shift - 7:00 to 3:10 p.m. $19.00 per hour

2nd shift- 3:00 pm to 11:10 pm $19.00 per hour plus $2.50 shift differential

3rd shift - 11:00 p.m. to 7:10 a.m. $19.00 per hour plus $3.00 shift differential

Applicant Requirements

Prefer candidates with manufacturing experience, self-motivated, demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude, outstanding attendance record, and enjoy a fast-paced work environment. Must possess an innate drive to excel, and be able to work a 3rd shift position. Must be able to work weekend overtime as required.

Summary

Check specs, load/unload production lines, use measurement tools, manual inspection of parts, and change/adjust control parameters, completion of production paperwork. Additional Duties - Daily preventative maintenance, remove, replenish fluids/lubricants, and 5S cleaning responsibilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Tasks)

• Follow all company rules and regulations related to environmental, health, and safety.
• Read and follow work instructions and inspection standards to correctly perform operational processes and meet customer product specifications.
• Start-up and shut-down machines according to procedures.
• Operate, monitor, and adjust machines in a grinding, assembly, or broach and turning line via switches, buttons, and displays.
• Supply components to hoppers, indexing poles or conveyors.
• Using hand tools, change worn machine accessories such as grinding wheels, finishing stones, and tool inserts.
• Visually inspect components and parts for defects.
• Measure components and parts with precision dial indicators or other instruments to ensure they meet customer requirements and machines are operating correctly.
• Troubleshoot causes of machine alarms and take appropriate action.
• Record quality inspection data on check sheets.
• Record production information on daily reports.
• Enter inventory transactions using the Bar Code Inventory system.
• Safely use powered material handling equipment such as forklifts, scissors tables, hoists, or pallet jacks to lift and transfer materials from one place to another.
• Observe line operation to detect causes of part defects or specific machine malfunctions and provide machine repair technicians with information.
• Perform machine preventative maintenance such as cleaning or adding oil to reservoirs.
• This list is not inclusive; other job-related tasks may be assigned.

Training

On average, this job requires 4 to 8 weeks of on-the-job training with an experienced trainer to acquire specific job skills. Exact training time depends upon a person's experience, abilities, and role to be learned (assembler, grinder, turning operator).

Qualifications: Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• This job requires a high school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Basic mechanical knowledge of computerized machines, gauges, and hand tools
• General knowledge of material handling, manufacturing processes, quality control systems
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, and decimals.
• Communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to follow instructions in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Respond promptly to a sound or light signal when it occurs.
• Concentrate on a task over several minutes without being distracted.
• Arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern.
• Physically move objects safely by using proper lifting techniques.

Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the operator may be exposed to moving mechanical parts; vapors or airborne particles; chemicals, vibration, and loud noises.
• Safety shoes, safety glasses, chemical resistant gloves and bump caps for this position must be worn on the production floor. Other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required.
• Jobs on the production floor require a minimum 40-hour workweek. Based upon business needs, overtime is required.
• The pace of work is steady and fast.

Physical Demands of Job

• Operators are regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
• Operators must continuously stand for two four-hour periods without a break.
• Operators must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• This position requires sufficient vision to see details at close range, so the operator can pass an inspection test of finished parts and components.

Work Styles

• Attention to Detail - Job requires being detailed and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Dependability - Job requires on-time regular attendance according to policy.
• Initiative - Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
• Cooperation - Job requires being respectful and considerate to others on the job.
• Adaptability/Flexibility - Job requires being open to change and variety in work.

NTN offers a full range of comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, paid vacation and holidays.

EOE