Bearing Components Inspector & Repair Technician

Timken Company; Tennessee; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Knowledge & Innovation

Top-performance culture

Salary & Benefits

Job summary

Timken Company in Tennessee seeks an Inspector to verify bearing components through visual and dimensional inspection using precision tools. You will accept or reject parts, perform minor repairs, and document defect data.

The role emphasizes safety, equipment upkeep, and contributing to lean manufacturing projects across shifts. Ideal candidates have strong math and reading skills, plus clear written and verbal communication, and the ability to train new associates.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in math and reading.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to complete training and qualify.
• New hires must demonstrate satisfactory performance during probation.

Responsibilities

• Verify conformance of bearing components via visual and dimensional inspection using precision instruments.
• Accept or reject parts per industry and customer specifications.
• Perform minor repairs including buffing, deburring, and grinding.
• Identify defect types and record component information in data system.
• Ensure standard procedures are followed in equipment setup, verification, and documentation.
• Perform preventative maintenance to prevent downtime.
• Participate in lean manufacturing and process-improvement initiatives.
• Document and communicate manufacturing performance issues to maintain shift continuity.

Skills

Math skills

Reading skills

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

Electronic bench gaging

Dial indicators

Feeler gauges

Job description

Timken Company in Tennessee seeks an Inspector to verify bearing components through visual and dimensional inspection using precision tools. You will accept or reject parts, perform minor repairs, and document defect data.

The role emphasizes safety, equipment upkeep, and contributing to lean manufacturing projects across shifts. Ideal candidates have strong math and reading skills, plus clear written and verbal communication, and the ability to train new associates.