Machine Operator

NTN Bearing Corporation; Frankfort (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

NTN Bearing Corporation in Frankfort, Indiana, is seeking a skilled machine operator to load/unload production lines, verify quality dimensions, and maintain accurate production records. The role requires handling multiple machines, performing 100% manual inspection, and following safety and process controls.

Responsibilities include preventative maintenance, tooling changes, and ensuring compliance with quality guidelines and production efficiency standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Effective communication with others using the spoken word.
• Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.
• Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload, machine operation, trouble-shooting, insert changes.
• Quality Measurement Checks, including visual inspection of parts.
• Complete required documentation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Accuracy

Communication

Problem Solving

Technical Aptitude

Working Under Pressure

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Essential Functions

Frankfort, Indiana, USA

Job Description

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

Machine Operations – Verify quality dimensions, load/unload production lines, use measurement tools, 100% manual inspection of parts, change/adjust production tooling, completion of production documentation & proper use of JD Edwards. Additional Duties – Daily preventative maintenance, remove and dispose of chips/shavings, replenish fluids/lubricants, and 5S cleaning responsibilities. Requires the operation of multiple machines at one time. Ensures compliance with safety rules, quality guidelines, and production efficiency standards.

• 70% – Perform load/unload, machine operation, trouble‑shooting, insert changes
• 15% – Quality Measurement Checks, including visual inspection of parts
• 10% – Complete required documentation
• 5% – Other duties as assigned

Abides by and is responsible for performing all duties as assigned and in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.

Position Qualifications

• Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
• Communication, Oral – Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word
• Problem Solving – Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems
• Technical Aptitude – Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information
• Working Under Pressure – Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.

Skills & Abilities

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Computer Skills: Minimal

Other Requirements

• Ensure safety, quality and efficiency standards are met
• Proficiency in the use of micrometers, calipers and other measuring tools
• Strong mechanical aptitude & mathematical skills
• Ability to read and follow written work instructions

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Lift/Carry Stand (Constantly) 10 lbs or less (Constantly) Walk (Frequently) 11-20 lbs (Constantly) Sit (Occasionally) 21-50 lbs (Frequently) Handling/Fingering (Frequently) 51-100 lbs (Occasionally) Reach Outward (Constantly) Over 100 lbs (Not applicable) Crawl (Occasionally)

Push/Pull Reach Above Shoulder (Frequently) 12 lbs or less (Constantly) Climb (Occasionally) 13-25 lbs (Constantly) Bend (Occasionally) 26-40 lbs (Frequently) Squat or Kneel (Frequently) 41-100 lbs (Occasionally)

(Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 to 2.5+ hrs/day).

(Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% to 66% of the time (2.5 to 5.5+ hrs/day).

(Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day).

Other Physical Requirements

Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) (High visibility clothing, ear protection, safety glasses, steel toe shoes/boots).

WORK ENVIRONMENT

We run a 24/7 auto parts manufacturing plant, where we do CNC machine work for CV Joints/HUBs.