Recon Inspection Assoc

The Timken Company • Mascot, TN

3d

About The Position

Inspect and repair bearing components (cups and cones) safely and in compliance with applicable requirements, while meeting delivery and productivity expectations. Verify components through visual and dimensional inspection, accept or reject parts against industry and customer specifications, and perform minor repairs. The role also involves recording defect and component information, maintaining equipment and work areas, following standard procedures and safety rules, and contributing to process improvements. Associates may coach and train new employees and support other assigned duties.

Requirements

• Demonstrated proficiency in math and reading.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Successfully complete the training program and applicable qualification requirements.
• Demonstrate satisfactory performance during the new-hire probationary period.
• Certification is required to progress through position levels.
• Job rotation is required to maintain higher position levels.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive or short-cycle work.
• Frequent lifting, reaching, and handling; ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Moderate twisting and bending, with limited climbing on step stools or platforms.
• Fine motor skills with frequent hand and arm movement.
• Normal vision (20/20); corrective lenses are acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Verify bearing-component conformance through visual and dimensional inspection using electronic bench gaging, dial indicators, feeler gages, and other measurement instruments.
• Accept or reject parts according to industry and customer specifications.
• Perform minor repairs, including buffing, de-burring, and grinding with handheld rotary tools.
• Identify defect types and enter component information into the data collection system.
• Follow standard procedures for equipment setup and operation, process verification, gauge setup, product inspection, documentation, and material handling.
• Perform preventative maintenance to help prevent equipment downtime.
• Participate in process-improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing tools and techniques.
• Document and communicate manufacturing performance issues to maintain continuity between shifts and reduce downtime.
• Serve as a role model, coach, and trainer for new associates.
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas and equipment.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations.
• Support improvement projects and perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed