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Date: Jul 30, 2026 Location: Ligonier, IN, US Company: Tenneco At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values – radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win – or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry. With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we’re all about getting stuff done, so we can win. How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success. Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here. Want to learn more about who we are? Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way JOB SUMMARY: This position operates machines completing one or more processes toward the manufacturing of exhaust pipe assemblies and components. Perform as an active team member in supporting and performing all the tasks within a cell group. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: • Perform as a team member of a cellular operating group, which requires the ability to learn, perform preventative maintenance. Set-up and operate machines and to be able to rotate to all workstations within each cell. • Employee must be able to handle materials and tools, operate machines, assemble and inspect all product of varying shape, sizes and weights. • Employee must perform the above within acceptable quality, quantity, performance and safety standards. • Perform safety checks and preventative maintenance on each machine to assure machines are in safe working condition and complete daily safety check-off lists. • Maintain station control of operations, which includes machine parts to specification, inspect parts to assure the quality standards are met, identify production and quality problems and assist Team Leader with problem correction. • Employee must perform his/her job within acceptable safety, environmental, quality, productivity and performance standards as outlined in plant policies, handbooks and applicable work instructions. • Overtime as required/requested. • Follow machine repair procedures if breakdown occurs. Complete basic repairs and adjustments of minor problems. Report all machine problems to Team Leader an/or Maintenance. • Perform SPC, visual and gauge inspection, and complete charts and required forms. • Clean the machine and surrounding work area. • Operate machines as assigned to assist co-workers at other workstations as needed. • Perform or assist in part changeovers. • Assist in 5S advancement • Assist in implementation of Lean principles. JOB REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION: • High School Diploma or GED EXPERIENCE: • No previous experience required REQUIREMENTS: • Ability to read and understand work orders, machine manuals, directions, charts and safety regulations. • Mechanical aptitude to operate machines and the ability to perform basic preventative maintenance and minor repairs • Basic math skills • Ability to follow directions and flexibility to respond to problems and changes in job assignments. • Ability to work well with others • Ability to learn and perform all jobs in assigned Cell group and rotates to each workstation as neededKnowledge of the building process and construction principles. • Knowledge of relevant regulations and building codes. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) • Flexibility to work long hours and other work schedules as needed • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. • Extensive standing, walking, climbing, stooping, bending over, reaching, twisting, arm wrist and hand motion, • Manual dexterity • Good visual ability • Frequent skin exposure to chemical – based fluids such as coolant, drawing compounds, lubricating oils, etc MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) • Adaptability to perform work in multiple departments or cells as trained, or schedules as needed. • Basic communication, teamwork, and effective interaction with supervisors & co-workers • Decision-making and problem-solving in a fast-paced work environment, including making timely choices within workflow constraints and understanding when to escalate. • Independent task completion – ability to complete work independently without constant supervision or direction. WORK ENVIRONMENT: (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) • This job is performed on the production plant floor and may be assigned to any machines • Varying temperatures (cold to hot) • Infrequent exposure to outside weather environment • Fast – paced work environment • Small, confined space around some machines/equipment • Wet, slippery floors in some areas Other Duties: 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. 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. 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