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Check out <a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tenneco.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7CRyan.Candela%40tenneco.com%7C882079d7a375486d4ca808dd5b4bb976%7C6eec918bf65444a7ac1aabfdb64e694e%7C0%7C0%7C638767102965296131%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=9gs07jiDQYGAr9h%2FSQT3XbI%2F4fXk0xzFFSy5tL5QN%2Bw%3D&reserved=0">our website</a> to discover <a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tenneco.com%2Fcareers%2Flife-at-tenneco&data=05%7C02%7CRyan.Candela%40tenneco.com%7C882079d7a375486d4ca808dd5b4bb976%7C6eec918bf65444a7ac1aabfdb64e694e%7C0%7C0%7C638767102965307338%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=li7PwZBTjY4DKR3PVx2%2FIcdOPFHCt2obGI3GTXY0nzw%3D&reserved=0">the Tenneco Way</a>Job Title: Manufacturing Technician Reports to: Senior Manufacturing Engineer Job Summary We are seeking a Manufacturing Technician who will be responsible for supporting manufacturing operations through process improvement, equipment optimization, and technical problem-solving. This role focuses on improving production efficiency, quality, safety, and environmental performance by implementing process changes, supporting equipment maintenance programs, and troubleshooting machine and tooling issues. The position works closely with production teams to identify opportunities for continuous improvement, document and implement process changes, provide employee training, and ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, machine setup and operation experience, problem-solving skills, and the ability to support projects from design through installation. Experience with CAD design, preventative maintenance systems, and manufacturing process improvement is preferred. This role requires a hands-on presence in a manufacturing environment, including standing for extended periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working safely around industrial equipment while adhering to all company, environmental, safety, and IATF 16949 requirements. Responsibilities <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Responsible for implementing process improvements on the floor.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">May be responsible for entire project from design through installation, or a portion of the project.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt 24.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Also responsible for assisting in day-to-day machine and tooling problem resolution. </li> </ul> Specific Duties: <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Promotes continuous improvement in environmental and safety issues by ensuring that equipment is designed, modified, or repaired to maintain and improve safety and environmental performance. Reacts immediately to safety issues as they arise.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Follow all environmental and safety policies and procedures.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Monitors and controls current processes and utilizes design and mechanical skills to help improve such processes.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Identifies, implements, and evaluates process improvements (within individual capability) at the unit level and communicates these changes to the department.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Participates in process improvement groups.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Identifies the technical training needs of the unit and assists in the development of training programs.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Write AR's and EARs as required.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Documents process improvements through print changes and procedure changes.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Trains all employees affected by process changes.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Provides necessary technical support for plant safety and resolution of safety deficiencies within the department.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Utilizes constraint management to maximize process output.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Ensures equipment availability and capability through administration of the Preventative Maintenance Program.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Provides support as requested by Supervisor. </li> </ul> Education <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt 24.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">An associate’s degree in engineering science or Machine Design is preferred. </li> </ul> Experience <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Four years of experience in machine operation and set-up</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Five years of experience in coating and surface finish (IROX Only) </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">CAD Design, AutoCADTM preferred. </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Demonstrated technical design and build experience.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Proficiency in PM system administration.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Interpersonal skills.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Problem solving skills.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Computer skills. </li> </ul> <h2 style="text-align:left;margin:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;font-weight:normal" align="left"> </h2> Physical Requirements <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Stand and walk for extended periods (8–12 hours).</li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Frequent bending, kneeling, climbing.</li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.</li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Work at heights using ladders or lifts.</li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Manual dexterity for tools and equipment.</li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust, and humidity.</li> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif">Wear PPE including steel-toed boots and safety glasses.</li> </ul> Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities

Manufacturing Technician (Blacksburg, VA, US) @ Tenneco Automotive

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