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Machine Technician/Operator - Mechanical Skills required

Tenneco - Champion Spark Plug
Burlington, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/15/2027

Tenneco is recruiting energetic, highly motivated individuals with mechanical aptitude/skills looking to help produce the highest quality spark plugs in the world, Champion spark plugs. If you’re driven towards success and willing to work a weekend crew, shift work and overtime then this may be a great opportunity for you.

With new and improved starting wages and shift differential and excellent benefits, this job may be for you!

Newly hired production employees may be responsible for setting up, repairing, operating and supplying equipment to assemble & inspect ignition products and components in our Burlington, Iowa facility. The ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment is essential to your success at Tenneco.

Candidates will be available for all shifts including a weekend shift. Mandatory overtime is required. Candidates must have a high school diploma/GED are required. Manufacturing or mechanical related experience or two years of post-high school technical education is preferred. A pre-employment physical and drug-screen are required. Please do not call the local Tenneco – Champion Ignition facility.

Wages:

There is a 6-month progression for wages. For all newly hired associates the wage rate will follow a progression schedule as follows:

0 – 6 months: 90% of top wage for the job

After 6 months: 100%

Top rate for the Machine Operator / Machine Technician position: Approximately $23.50

Additionally, those assigned to 2nd shift or 3rd shift are eligible for a $0.65/hour shift premium.

All interested candidates must apply on Tenneco's website as well as this indeed posting; just go to tenneco.com/careers and search for Burlington, IA positions and apply.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.25 - $23.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

  • Burlington, IA 52601 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Burlington, IA 52601: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, 401K Plan

Salary : $18 - $24

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