Journeyman Maintenance Mechanic

Tenneco; Greenville (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Tenneco in Greenville, MI is seeking a Journeyman Maintenance Mechanic to provide essential mechanical support for plant machinery. This position offers competitive wages starting at $31.26 per hour, along with benefits such as medical, dental, and 401(k). Candidates should have a High School Diploma or G.E.D., 8 years' experience or a journeyman's card, and ideally some experience in an automotive manufacturing context. The role involves troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and responsibility for startup and shutdown of equipment.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience or a journeyman's card.
• Ability to work any shift and overtime when necessary.
• Previous automotive manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical problems.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Build, install, and maintain electrical systems and equipment.

Skills

Knowledge and use of precision gauging equipment

Knowledge of machine tool operation and machine design

Ability to read and comprehend instructions

Ability to do basic math

Ability to work in a team or individual environment

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Allen Bradley hardware/software

Job description

Tenneco Powertrain (previously Federal-Mogul) has rewarding opportunities for a Journeyman Maintenance Mechanic at our Greenville, MI facility. This position provides mechanical support for the plant machinery and equipment. The Greenville facility has been in operation for over 80 years as a leading supplier of bearings, bushings, and washers to the automotive and industrial markets.

General duties include but are not limited to:

1. troubleshoot pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical problems.
2. fabricate sheet metal parts and safety guards for equipment.
3. perform preventative maintenance on equipment.
4. move, align, level, and install machinery.
5. build, install, and maintain electrical system and equipment for plant.
6. be responsible for the startup and shutdown of specific plant machines and equipment.
7. understand and operate according to ISO/IATF work instructions for area.
8. participate in process improvement.
9. maintain housekeeping in the department in order to facilitate a neat, safe, and orderly work environment.
10. have the responsibility and authority to prevent non‑conformances relating to product, process, and quality systems, including stopping production when suspect product is being run. Job‑specific authority and responsibilities for quality are defined in the work instructions for that job/department.
11. perform all other duties as assigned by a supervisor. Assist management as appropriate to ensure all environmental and safety regulations as well as best practices are met and/or exceeded. Ensure proper segregation and labeling of all waste products and recyclables and minimize waste wherever possible. Adhere to all plant safety rules.

Position Requirements and Experience:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Ability to be licensed and drive a powered industrial truck.
• Ability to work any shift (7 am - 3 pm; 3 pm - 11 pm; 11 pm - 7 am)
• Ability to work overtime when necessary.
• 8 years of experience or a journeyman's card.
• Previous experience in an automotive manufacturing environment preferred.
• Allen Bradley hardware/software experience preferred.

Skills:

• Knowledge and use of precision gauging equipment.
• Knowledge of machine tool operation and machine design.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to do basic math.
• Ability to work in a team or individual environment.

Other Job Requirements:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to perform work at heights.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to wear a respirator and adhere to all lead regulations.

Pay and Benefits:

• Competitive wages; employees start at $31.26 per hour.
• Competitive vacation, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and life insurance available.

Come and grow your career with Tenneco Powertrain today!