HON GRIND MFG ASSOCIATE

Timken; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits

Job summary

Timken is seeking an inspector to join our manufacturing team in Honea Path, SC. The role focuses on rigorous inspection of parts to government, Timken, and customer specifications, using multiple gauges and measurement devices to ensure conformance.

You will qualify parts, perform gauge setups, and communicate variations to supervisors while adhering to quality and safety standards. This position supports a 100% standing workday in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• An acceptable level of mathematics.
• Requires lifting and material handling up to 40 lbs 90% of the work day.
• Annual eye exam required.
• Stand 100% of the work day.

Responsibilities

• Conducts inspections according to government requirements, Timken specifications, and customer specifications.
• Inspects visually for surface defects and dimensionally for compliance with specifications using a variety of gauging equipment and masters.
• Performs off line inspections using Computerized Profile Gauge, Rib Optical gauge, and Roundess Concentricity Flatness gauge.
• Measures parts to print per the applicable prints/Work Instructions. Pass or holds product for disposition.
• Plans and performs gauge set-ups as required.
• Notifies setter operator or supervisor of variations from tolerances.
• Etches product to determine existence of grinding injury.
• Polishes materials to remove etch stain according to specified finish requirements.
• Operates polishing and hand grinders.
• Procures, handles, and moves materials and equipment using a hand truck, hoist, or by hand carrying.
• Follows quality procedures related to documentation.
• May require rotation of work assignments in various workstations or manufacturing cells.
• Maintain knowledge of current quality and safety system(s) and other regulatory compliance related to this position.
• Refer to Ergonomic Job Descriptions for the physical job requirements.
• This position is responsible to the Department Supervisor

Skills

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Honea Path, South Carolina, United States, 29654

Your Career Begins at Timken
If you're ready for a challenging career that provides you with the ability to advance personally and professionally, look to Timken. Our associates make the world more productive by improving the efficiency and reliability of the machinery that keeps industry in motion.

Job Requirements / Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
• An acceptable level of mathematics
• Requires lifting and material handling handling upto 40lbs 90% of the work day
• Annual Eye Exam required
• Stand 100% of the work day

Other Considerations:

• Ability to work with minimum supervision

Job Tasks / Responsibilities:

• Conducts inspections according to government requirements, Timken specifications, and customer specifications.
• Inspects visually for surface defects and dimensionally for compliance with specifications using a variety of gauging equipment and masters.
• Performs off line inspections using Computerized Profile Gauge, Rib Optical gauge, and Roundess Concentricity Flatness gauge.
• Measure parts to print per the applicable prints/Work Instructions. Pass or holds product for disposition.
• Plans and performs gage set-ups as required.
• Notifies setter operator or supervisor of variations from tolerances.
• Etches product to determine existence of grinding injury.
• Polishes materials to remove etch stain according to specified finish requirements.
• Operates polishing and hand grinders.
• Procures, handles, and moves materials and equipment using a hand truck, hoist, or by hand carrying.
• Follows quality procedures related to documentation.
• May require rotation of work assignments in various workstations or manufacturing cells.
• Maintain knowledge of current quality and safety system(s) and other regulatory compliance related to this position.
• Refer to Ergonomic Job Descriptions for the physical job requirements.
• This position is responsible to the Department Supervisor

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Timken is a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion. Our expanding portfolio of next-generation solutions helps customers around the world improve efficiency, solve their toughest challenges, and push the boundaries of performance. We employ 19,000 people globally, operate from 45 countries, and posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2025.
We have been recognized as one of America's Most Responsible Companies 6x by Newsweek and one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® 15x by Ethisphere.

Why Choose Timken?

• Over a century of knowledge and innovation
  
• A culture of top performance
  
• Products that contribute to a sustainable world
  
• A conviction to improve communities around us
  
• Competitive salary and benefits
  

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