Machine Operator

JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS

Building cities. Driving commerce. Saving lives. For over 100 years, Allison Transmission has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.

What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we’re driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide.  

Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!

Job Title:

Machine Operator

Job Description:

JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS

Building cities. Driving commerce. Saving lives. For over 100 years, Allison Transmission has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward. Walker Die Casting and the Allison Edge. We started out as a family-owned company with great customer relationships. Joining Allison Transmission hasn’t changed that; it’s just made us stronger.

Primary Purpose of Role:

A successful machine operator is reliable and able to work with attention to detail and safety standards.  On-the-job training is a good way to discover how to do the job better.  You should have a willingness to learn and improve.  Being a team player is essential since all tasks will require collaboration with co-workers.  The goal will be to ensure that production procedures will be completed smoothly to maximize efficiency and profits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Feed raw material or parts to semi-automated machines.
• Inspect parts with precision and measuring tools.
• Check output to spot any machine-related mistakes or flaws.
• Keep records of approved and defective units or final products
• Maintain activity logs.
• Use required personal protective equipment properly and follow all safety rules.
• Ability to read and understand operating procedures relative to job being performed.
• Follow all operating procedures.
• Overtime as required.
• Other duties assigned by supervisor or lead.

Key Performance Measures:

• Attention to detail.
• Teamwork and communication skills

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to maintain normal flow of production.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Must be able to pass powered lift equipment testing.

Travel or Physical Demands:

• Must be able to work in hot/cold environment.
• Sitting
• Walking
• Standing
• Climbing
• Kneeling
• Kneel/Crouch
• Pulling
• Lifting Up to 50 lbs.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Allison Transmission/Walker Die Casting is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

Employment with Allison Transmission/Walker Die Casting is voluntary and is subject to termination by the employee or Allison Transmission/Walker Die Casting. at will, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time. This document is not a contract of employment.

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.

Primary Location:

Lewisburg, TN

Additional Locations:

Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at [email protected].

Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.