Mechanical Technician: Precision Manufacturing Specialist

NTN Global; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Second/third shift diffs

Job summary

NTA Precision Axle in Illinois seeks a Mechanical Technician to assist in producing quality parts by keeping production machines well-maintained. The role requires hands-on fabrication, reading drawings, and supporting process improvements on a fast-paced manufacturing floor.

A two-year technical degree and at least two years of experience are expected, with a strong emphasis on safety and the ability to work overtime.

Qualifications

• Two year technical degree or equivalent training.
• At least two years as a Mechanical Technician in manufacturing.
• Demonstrates oral and written communication; able to pass training tests.
• Ability to work overtime.
• Strong focus on safety.
• Experience with induction heat transfer/CNC equipment or steel forging is a plus.
• Lean Manufacturing or Toyota Production System knowledge is a plus.
• Knowledge of basic electric circuitry.
• Basic fabrication skills (miter cuts, tube bending).

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble mechanical components to improve production processes.
• Work from patterns and drawings using tools and machines to make metal parts or assemblies.
• Contribute to machine improvements; assist engineers with poka yoke implementation and design modifications.
• Test, inspect, and modify equipment to improve manufacturing capabilities; suggest product/process changes.
• Comply with IATF 16949 and ISO 14001; maintain 5S and safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Reading drawings

Safety awareness

Fabrication skills

Basic electrical circuitry

Lean manufacturing

Overtime readiness

Education

Two year technical degree

Tools

CNC equipment

Induction heat treat equipment

Job description

NTA Precision Axle in Illinois seeks a Mechanical Technician to assist in producing quality parts by keeping production machines well-maintained. The role requires hands-on fabrication, reading drawings, and supporting process improvements on a fast-paced manufacturing floor.

A two-year technical degree and at least two years of experience are expected, with a strong emphasis on safety and the ability to work overtime.