JTEKT's location in Vonore, TN Plant is commutable from Knoxville, TN. Summary/Purpose Provide technical support for continuous improvement of plant operations and the execution of new/modified programs. Essential Duties and Accountabilities: · Design and execute trials to reduce cost: scrap reduction, cycle time reduction, Gentani, and short stop reduction. · Support Maintenance and Manufacturing as required on breakdowns, startups, and set-ups. · Recommend and assist in creation of effective set-up and maintenance procedures. · Investigate and formulate actions to mitigate “why make” side of non-conforming product flow-out issues. · Participate in new program manufacturing planning reviews. · Plan and execute process development trials to achieve initial process capabilities required. · Support manufacturing improvement and Kaizen teams. · Work daily/weekend overtime when directed by immediate supervisor or, as necessary, to complete essential job duties. · Perform other duties as assigned to achieve departmental objectives provided. Supervisory Responsibilities: • This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: · Proficiency in multiple types of CNC controls, tooling geometry, machine tool processes and fixture design and/or · Proficiency with automated, semi-automated, and manual automotive assembly equipment and cell design. · Sound understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical circuits and controls. · Strong organizational skills, able to work well under pressure and manage several tasks simultaneously. · Basic knowledge of applicable quality, health, safety, and environmental management systems. · PLC programming experience and robot programming experience desired. Education and Experience: BS in Engineering (ME or EE preferred) plus minimum 5 yrs experience in metal removal and/or close tolerance assembly manufacturing. The above may be modified by the department Manager and the Human Resources Manager if the candidate is otherwise qualified. Work Environment/Physical Demands: • Able to walk approximately 3 – 7 miles per day • Perform repetitive motions while walking or standing • Stand/walk for duration of shift • Visually check for minute details when performing quality checks, detect color • Able to lift 35 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. Employee may perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.