Tenneco · 20 hours ago
Tool Room A
Marshall, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expTenneco is a company focused on reducing unplanned downtime in manufacturing operations. The Tool Room A role involves supporting preventive maintenance initiatives, troubleshooting machinery, and coaching the manufacturing team in various maintenance practices.
AutomotiveIndustrial DesignIndustrial ManufacturingInnovation ManagementManufacturingOperating SystemsProduct Design
Responsibilities
Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances of finished parts for conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauge blocks, micrometers, and dial indicators
Set up and operate drill press to drill and tap holes in parts for assembly using proper holding fixturing
Set up and operate conventional or CNC machines such as lathes, mills, and grinders to cut, bore, grind, or otherwise shape parts to prescribed dimensions and finishes
Lift, position, and secure machined parts on surface plates or worktables, using hoists, vises, v-blocks, or angle plates
Study blueprints, sketches, models, or specifications to plan sequences of operations for fabricating tools, dies, or assemblies
Select correct metals from a range of metals and alloys, based on properties such as hardness, durability and heat tolerance; for best application of use
Lay out material for machining using instruments such as protractors, micrometers, scribes, height gage, gage blocks, V-blocks, angle plate and rulers
Design jigs, fixtures, and templates for use as work aids in the fabrication of parts or products
Press bushings or pins in or out of parts and assemblies with hydraulic or arbor press
File, grind, shim, and adjust different parts for proper fit in both the tool room and on the production floor
Inspect finished dies for smoothness, contour conformity, and defects
Remove broken fasteners and repair damaged threads in equipment on either the tool room or the production floor
Conduct test runs with completed tools or dies to ensure that parts meet specifications; make adjustments as necessary
Fabricate various tooling per print specifications
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
5 years or more tool room machining using mill, lathe, grinders, drill press and arbor or hydraulic press
4 year manufacturing experience, 5+ years preferred
Maintain licensing for fork truck and man lift equipment
Should understand and apply principles of Safe Rigging fundamentals and techniques
Must have the ability to read and comprehend work instructions, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions in English
Must possess good math skills
Ability to work in a team building environment with other employees
Ability to work on own without direct supervision, as well as follow directions and job assignments
Ability to effectively communicate to machine operators, team leaders, line leaders, engineering, maintenance, quality, etc
Ability to read and understand blueprints and GD&T in both Inch and Metric
Knowledge and understanding of fits and finishes
Knowledge and understanding of material, material properties and the ability to determine the proper material type and hardness for application
Ability to use and read calipers, micrometers, gauges, and tape measures
Must possess ability to setup and program CNC equipment Mill, Lathe and Surface Grinder
Ability to use both hands tools and power tools safely
Understanding of lock out tag out, machine safety and MIOSHA and related safety standards
Must possess mechanical aptitude skills, think logically and problem-solving skills
Must possess ability to keep accurate records and computer skills including MS office
Good hearing, listening and able to effectively communicate using North America English
Standing for entire duration of a shift is normal
Regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds without rigging
Occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Good hand, fingers eye coordination to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects
Preferred
Certification in State or Federally authorized Journeyman Tool and Die Maker, or equivalent preferred
Proficient welding MIG, TIG and Arc preferred
Company
Tenneco
Tenneco is a manufacturing company that designs and markets automotive products.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$800MKey Investors
Apollo
2025-02-24Private Equity
2022-02-23Acquired
2021-03-17Post Ipo Debt· $800M
Leadership Team
Chintan Sopariwala
Executive Vice President, Chief Transformation Officer
John Patouhas CPA, CGMA
Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer
Recent News
Tenneco Automotive Operating Company Inc.
2025-12-02
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