Mechanical Technician - Shift Differentials & Process Improvement

NTN Bearing Corporation; Carol Stream, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

NTA Precision Axle is seeking a Mechanical Technician to assist in producing quality parts by ensuring production machines are well-maintained. Starting wage is $25.00 per hour with $2.00 second shift and $3.00 third shift differentials, with pay determined by experience and internal equity.

You will perform fabrication and assembly from patterns and drawings, support machine improvements, and help ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 while maintaining a clean, safe workplace.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree or equivalent training.
• At least two years of experience as Mechanical Technician in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrates oral and written communication with trades persons, supervisors, operators and trainers.
• Ability to work overtime.
• Strong focus on safety.
• Experience with induction heat treat and CNC equipment OR steel forging equipment is a plus.
• Lean Manufacturing or the Toyota Production System knowledge is a plus.
• Knowledge of basic electric circuitry.
• Basic fabricating skills (miter cuts, tube bending, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Fabrication and assembly of new or modified mechanical components to improve production processes.
• Work from patterns and drawings, using tools and machines to make metal parts or full assembly components.
• Input into machine improvements and assist engineers in poka-yoke implementation, initial diagram development, and design modification.
• Perform operations related to testing, inspecting, and modifying equipment to improve capabilities and Make recommendations for changes in product, process, or method.
• Comply with IATF 16949 & ISO 14001 requirements, safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas; perform 5S cleaning responsibilities.

Skills

Two-year degree or equivalent training

Mechanical technician experience

Oral and written communication

Overtime availability

Safety focus

Lean manufacturing knowledge

Basic electrical circuitry

Fabrication skills

Education

Two-year technical degree

Tools

CNC equipment

Induction heat treat equipment

Steel forging equipment

Job description

NTA Precision Axle is seeking a Mechanical Technician to assist in producing quality parts by ensuring production machines are well-maintained. Starting wage is $25.00 per hour with $2.00 second shift and $3.00 third shift differentials, with pay determined by experience and internal equity.

You will perform fabrication and assembly from patterns and drawings, support machine improvements, and help ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 while maintaining a clean, safe workplace.