Cutoff Setup & Operator (3rd Shift)

Tenneco; Ligonier (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenneco in Indiana (Ligonier) is seeking a cut-off operator to turn L-bar into exhaust tubing. You will set up, load, and operate Brehm or Haven equipment and adjust for diameter and length changes while performing basic troubleshooting.

Join a team in a fast-paced plant, uphold safety and quality standards, and participate in routine maintenance on forklift and crane. A high school diploma and the ability to obtain a crane/forklift license are required.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand work orders, machine manuals, charts, forms, and safety regulations.
• Mechanical aptitude to set up and operate machines and perform basic maintenance.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Knowledge of SPC and visual quality inspection with gauges (calipers, micrometers).

Responsibilities

• Set up, load, and operate cut-off equipment (Brehm or Haven) to produce tubing.
• Identify and change diameters, punches, and lengths per job specs.
• Perform safety checks and basic preventive maintenance on forklift and crane daily.
• Work as part of a team and rotate through cut-off functions as needed.

Skills

Work orders

Machinery setup

Math skills

Quality inspection

Teamwork

High school diploma

Crane/Forklift license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values – radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win – or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.

With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we’re all about getting stuff done, so we can win.

How do we make it happen?Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success.

Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here.

The cut-off operator is responsible for processing L-bar into cut tubing that will be used for exhaust. The cut-off operator will set-up, load and operate a Brehm or Haven to cut the tubing to the proper length. The cut-off operator will also perform basic troubleshooting skills to fix problems that arise, as well as changing diameters, punches, length, and setting up for the diameter and punch changes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Cut-off operator must be able to handle all types of tools for set-up, changeover, and troubleshooting such as wrenches, snap gauges, calipers, ball micrometers, etc.
• Employee must be able to perform as a team member of the cut-off operations group, which requires the ability to learn each cut-off job, and to rotate to all work functions as needed.
• Employee must perform the above within acceptable quality, productivity, performance, and safety standards.
• Employee must perform safety checks and basic preventative maintenance on the forklift, crane and cut-off equipment daily to assure that everything is in a safe, good working condition. Operator must fill out all safety forms required.
• Employee must manufacture quality tubing at the required specification as mentioned in the Ligonier Quality Standards book, as well as follow the production schedule as outlined by the area production leader.
• Must be able to operate a crane and forklift to transport material to desired locations. This includes moving L-bar and finished product.
• Perform setup and changeover of Brehm or Haven equipment as required; which includes change or adjustment of pipe length, punch changes, or diameter changes.
• Employee must perform his/her job within acceptable safety, environmental, quality, productivity and performance standards as outlined in plant policies, handbooks and applicable work instructions.
• Overtime as required/requested.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Identify and report problems and assist production leader, engineer, and engineering tech. with problem solving and take corrective action as directed. Operator will be required to perform in cell level BOS to help identify these problems and measure performance.
• Clean equipment and maintain cleanliness in surrounding work area. Operator will need to continuously work to achieve a higher level of 5S.
• Perform SPC using visual and gauge inspection, make adjustments as needed to assure that all-tubing meet quality standards, and complete charts and forms as required.
• Must follow all QS-9000 guidelines as outlined in all PMP’s and WLQ documentation.

*This list may not be all-inclusive and may include other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

CRITICAL SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS :

• Ability to read and understand work orders, machine manuals, charts, forms, and safety regulations
• Mechanical aptitude to set up and operate machines and ability to perform basic preventative maintenance and minor repairs.
• Basic math and computer skills
• Knowledge and application of SPC, visual quality inspection, and use of various gauges such as calipers, ball micrometers, pie tape, etc.
• Ability to work well with other employees in a team environment.
• Posses high school diploma or GED
• Ability to obtain crane, and fork-lift license in timely manner, which includes a medical certification by a Tenneco provided medical professional.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

• Cut-off area on manufacturing plant floor
• Fast-paced work environment
• Varying temperatures (cold to hot)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

• Extensive standing, walking, reaching, upper body twisting, arm and hand motion
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Good visual ability
• Frequent skin exposure to chemical-based fluids such as coolant, lubricating oils, etc.

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities