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Those who came before us helped land a man on the moon, create the world's infrastructure, and introduce renewable energy alternatives. Now you can join the Timken team to write your own unique story and help drive what's next.

A career at Timken means you can have an immediate impact doing Work That Matters to the world- improving the efficiency of today's industrial equipment and preparing for the future of motion on our planet and beyond. New employees can start contributing right away, and there are many opportunities to advance your career at your own pace. Join our global team of 20,000 people in 46 countries and start helping our customers push the limits of what's possible in their world of motion.

Purpose :

This position exists to support direct and indirect functions and activities in the prototype department to permit the production of products and services to achieve department and company goals.

As a Prototype technician you will :

• Perform gauging set ups and operations in the following areas: Prototype inspection, machining (CNC & Manual lathes, CNC & Manual mills, CNC Wire cutting), grinding, forming (stamping) or other prototype operations.
• Design, modification or build components or tooling using blue prints as part of projects. Additionally perform specific tests, inspections, and/or standard or predetermined analysis on projects. Maintain records and report data accordingly. Makes independent decisions necessary to complete duties.
• Work instructions and tasks are usually given from supervision or engineering. They can be specific or broad assignments.
• Knowledge of computers required (Microsoft office or other appropriate programs).
• Offline programming knowledge helpful (use of CAD systems).
• Ability to measure and calculate with use of micrometers, gages, and other hand tools.
• Work as a member of a team under supervision of leadership to meet on-time delivery goals and to provide necessary assistance to meet customer demands. Assist in training employees on applicable processes, tasks and operations.
• Participate in current quality systems, calibration, and audits.

Minimum qualifications

• High School Diploma and at least 5year's of experience in a mechanical trade or associate degree with at least 3 years of experience in a mechanical trade
• Apprenticeship or other certification in Technical training program in mechanical trade preferred

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law

The Timken Company, a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion, designs a growing portfolio of next-generation products for diverse industries. For 125 years, Timken has used its specialized expertise to innovate and create customer-centric solutions that increase reliability and efficiency. The company posted $4.8 billion in sales in 2023 and employs more than 19,000 people globally, operating from 45 countries. Timken is one of the World's Most Innovative Companies, according to Fast Company, and has been recognized among America's Most Responsible Companies and America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity by Newsweek, the World's Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere and America's Most Innovative Companies by Fortune.
Why Choose Timken?

• Over a century of knowledge and innovation
  
• A culture of top performance
  
• A global, diverse environment
  
• Products that contribute to a sustainable world
  
• A conviction to improve communities around us
  
• Competitive salary and benefits
  

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