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Containment Associate

JTEKT Column Systems North America
Hopkinsville, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 7/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/20/2026

Description

1 REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

Reports to the Quality Supervisor.

2 PURPOSE

2.1 Function

2.1.1 Conduct audits of finished product prior to shipment to the Customer.

2.1.2 Conduct Containment inspection and quality support.

2.1.3 Provide support to Manufacturing in regards to quality issues.

2.2 Authority

2.2.1 Ensure completion of Containment Inspection per applicable procedures and work instructions. Affect processes when needed.


3 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

3.1 Containment Inspection

3.1.1 Perform Containment Inspection per the Containment Inspection Instructions, considering shipping schedules, per applicable work instructions.

3.1.2 Completion of Containment Inspection Sort sheets.

3.1.3 Ensure containment actions are carried out when inspection failures occur.

3.1.4 Ensure appropriate part identification and inspection status are present before release of product.

3.2 Handling of non-conforming material

3.2.1 Defect verification.

3.2.2 Identify suspect material per applicable work instructions

3.2.3 Containment and notification to internal departments.

3.2.4 NCMT issuance.

3.3 General

3.3.1 Assist in Process/Product capability studies as assigned.

3.3.2 Participate on problem solving/continuous improvement teams as assigned.

3.3.3 Record significant events in Quality Department Daily Activity Log.

3.3.4 Support special builds and safe launch containment when necessary.

3.3.5 Support manufacturing with containment activities as needed (supplier sorts and non-conforming material).

3.3.6 Other duties as assigned.


4 MEASUREMENTS/COMPETENCIES

4.1 Accomplishment of set goals, including documentation, organization, and timeliness.

4.2 Performance in areas of responsibility (including Internal Audit performance).


5 SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITY

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.


Requirements

6 WORK ENVIRONMENT

The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. May occasionally work in hot or cold temperatures. May occasionally walk on slippery or uneven surfaces.

7 QUALIFICATIONS

7.1 High school diploma.

7.2 Two years in manufacturing.

7.3 Able to use basic measurement equipment (calipers, mics., etc.).

7.4 Good organization skills.

7.5 Good communication skills (both verbal and written).

7.6 Self-motivated.

8 PHYSICAL DEMANDS

8.1 Prolonged periods of standing and performing repetitive tasks.

8.2 Must be able to lift up to 32 pounds at a time.

8.3 Must have manual dexterity in order to assemble products or machines as directed.

8.4 Must have excellent hand-eye coordination.

8.5 Ability to differentiate between colored wires, tabs, and electronic components.

8.6 Must wear gloves, safety glasses, safety shoes, and ear protection, per the Elemental Operations Instructions Safety Points.


9 POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full time position. Typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. This position regularly requires extended hours and possible weekend work.


10 TRAVEL

Travel may be required.


11 DISCLAIMER

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.


12 AAP/EEO STATEMENT

It is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age or sex in all personnel actions including recruitment, evaluation, selection, promotion, compensation, training and termination. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties.


Employee signature below constitutes the employee’s understanding of the requirements, essential functions and duties of the position.



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