Bearing Component Inspector & Repair Technician

Timken Company; Mascot (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Career growth opportunities

Training and safety programs

Job summary

Timken Company in Mascot, TN is seeking a vigilant inspector to verify bearing components using visual and dimensional methods and to perform minor repairs. You will follow standard procedures, record data, and participate in lean manufacturing initiatives.

The role involves equipment setup, process verification, and maintaining a safe, clean work environment while supporting continuous improvement projects and timely production goals.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in math and reading required.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Verify conformance of bearing components through visual and dimensional inspection using measurement instruments.
• Accept or reject parts according to industry and customer specifications.
• Perform minor repairs including buffing, de-burring, and grinding using hand held rotary tools.
• Identify defect types and record component information into data collection system.
• Ensure that standard procedures are followed in all aspects of work including equipment setup and operation, process verification, gauge setup, product inspection, documentation, material handling.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks to prevent equipment downtime.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives utilizing lean manufacturing tools and techniques.
• Document and communicate manufacturing performance issues to maintain continuity between shifts and decrease downtime.
• Act as a role model, coach and trainer for new associates to foster a team environment.
• Maintain work areas and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations.
• Support improvement projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Math proficiency

Reading proficiency

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

Electronic bench gaging

Dial indicators

Feeler gauges

Hand held rotary tools

Data collection system

Job description

Timken Company in Mascot, TN is seeking a vigilant inspector to verify bearing components using visual and dimensional methods and to perform minor repairs. You will follow standard procedures, record data, and participate in lean manufacturing initiatives.

The role involves equipment setup, process verification, and maintaining a safe, clean work environment while supporting continuous improvement projects and timely production goals.