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Industrial Machinist - Fabrication & Maintenance

Hankook Tire

Hankook Tire

Clarksville, TN, USA
Posted on Mar 11, 2026

Job Title: Fabrication Maintenance Technician
Department:
TP)Facility Technology Team
Shift:
Nights 545pm-6am, 2-2-3 fixed schedule (Shift placement will be based on position availability)
Direct Report:
Maintenance Unit Manager
Type: Non-Exempt; Full-time

About the Machinist Position

We are looking for an experienced Machinist to set up and operate a variety of machine tools (lathes, grinders, millers, plasma cutters, CNC and drilling machines to produce precision parts. Fabricate and modify parts to make or repair machine tools and mechanical instruments or maintain industrial machines by applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout and machining procedures.

Machinist responsibilities are:

  • Perform all work safely and according to company standards
  • The primary role of the machinist is to repair or machine new production machinery parts from stock materials
  • Production Machinery Parts includes shafts, rollers, gears, pins, keyways and other precision parts as needed
  • When not working on production machinery breakdown jobs, the machinist should conduct planned work as assigned by the leadership
  • Must have the ability to read blueprints to manufacture the requested part
  • Measure and check their work before releasing the part back to manufacturing to reduce rework time and effort. Parts must be machined to meet the drawings' tolerances and dimensions
  • Most work will be done alone and unsupervised in the machine shop. You should also work well with other team members on collaborations
  • This role will transition into a 2,3,3 rotating weekend schedule of 12 hours per day
  • The ability to weld is an advantage
  • Regular attendance is an essential function of the position
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management

    Machinist requirements are:

    Education:

    • (Required) high school diploma or GED

    Experience:

    • (Required) at least 4 years of previous utility equipment operation experience

    Language:

    • (Required) good command of written and spoken English

    Skills & Knowledge:

    • Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
    • Operations Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
    • Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
    • Critical Thinking Skills - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
    • Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively
    • Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience
    • Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
    • Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents

    Physical Demands:

    • While performing the duties of this job, employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; to reach with hands and arms; and to talk and hear
    • Must be capable of climbing up and down a ladder/stairs several times per shift
    • Must be capable of standing for long periods of time.
    • Mobility throughout the facility
    • Employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, walk, crouch or crawl
    • Employee must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted on occasion
    • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus

    Benefits:

    • 401(k), 401(k) matching
    • Dental insurance, health insurance, vision insurance, life insurance
    • Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays

    Hankook Tire is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

    DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.