About this roleJTEKT North America is a global leader in engineering and manufacturing automotive systems, bearing solutions, and high performance machine tools.
If you have strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to document and communicate technical details, we want to talk to you. We offer a unique opportunity to work in a professional environment where your skills, ideas, and opinions can make a real impact. Positions like this do not become available often, and we are looking for our next long-term team member. Whether you have experience as a machine setter in a manufacturing facility, worked as a mechanic in a shop environment, or are a recent graduate with hands-on experience working with industrial equipment, we encourage you to apply. We are looking for individuals who are mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, eager to learn, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team. If you're seeking a career opportunity where you can grow, contribute, and make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
What Sets Us Apart
• Clean, Professional Work Environment
• Consolidated Work Week (Optional four 10-hour shifts) or Flexible hours.
• Convenient and Beautiful Location on the Clemson University ICAR Campus in Greenville, SC
Summary/Purpose
Purpose of this position is to ensure the test lab meets the needs of engineering, end customers, and of the global JTEKT manufacturing facilities by correctly performing and documenting physical testing. Candidate will help ensure existing lab machinery and supporting devices remain in ideal condition. Support the ideation, assembly, and launch of new test equipment. Responsibilities of this position include test setup and teardown, as well as post-test part inspection.
Essential Duties and Accountabilities:
• Proficient in the use of computer systems and common software applications, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Basic understanding of computer networks and communication methods.
• Knowledge of metric and imperial measurement systems and their application in a technical environment.
• Experience using common measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and dial indicators.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, technical documentation, and work instructions.
• Familiarity with measurement sensors and instrumentation, including devices such as tachometers, load cells, flowmeters, and similar equipment.
• Ability to support and perform test setup, execution, teardown, and inspection activities.
• Basic troubleshooting skills with the ability to identify and resolve issues related to test equipment, tooling, and setups.
• Ability to perform inspections, measurements, and evaluations following testing activities and accurately document results.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and commitment to safe work practices.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Able to assemble and disassemble precision tooling on and off test equipment
• Can program automated test equipment and test sequences
• Good math skills, including decimals, fractions, and metric/imperial conversions
• Works well with others and supports a team environment
• Organized and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
• Basic understanding of quality, safety, health, and environmental requirements
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
• Familiarity with Mechanical/Electrical systems
Education and Experience:
Technical Associate Degree or High School Diploma / GED with 5 plus years working in an industrial environment.
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Perform repetitive motions while walking or standing
• Stand/walk for duration of shift
• Work in various types of fluids and at time may have to walk/stand in a slippery environment.
• Visually check for minute details when performing quality checks, detect color
• Able to comprehend quality aspect of inspection
• Able to lift 50 pounds
• PPE required - safety glasses, steel toe shoes, ear plugs, and requirements to follow all safety guidelines
Employee may perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.