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Hose Assembler (2nd & 3rd Shift)

Brownsville, TN · On-site

$13.25 - $16/hr

... coil, attach label, secure hose coil with straps or wire ties, visually inspect, assemble carton ... Perform related responsibilities as require or directed. * Sample/Order Preparation/Carton Labels

The Brazer is a member of the coil manufacturing team and is responsible for following standard ... Clean joints of work pieces, as directed * Examine parts and re-braze defective joints * Connect ...

Tube Expander

Moscow, TN · On-site

$18/hr

... direct impact on product quality and team success What's a typical day as Tube Expander? You'll be: * Setting up and operating tube expanding machines to expand copper tubes into coil fin packs per ...

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As a Direct Coil Technician, you are typically responsible for fabricating, installing, and servicing heating and cooling coils used in HVAC and refrigeration systems. A common challenge in this role is ensuring precision and quality in manufacturing while meeting tight project deadlines. Technicians also frequently collaborate with engineers, project managers, and on-site installation teams, so clear communication and adaptability are key. Over time, you can expand your expertise by training on advanced equipment and moving into supervisory or specialized technical roles within the industry.

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Infographic showing various Direct Coil job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $32,091 per year, or $15.4 per hour.

Hose Assembler (2nd & 3rd Shift)

Teknor Apex

Brownsville, TN • On-site

$13.25 - $16/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago


Teknor Apex rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

12th of 85 rated plastic manufacturers


Job description

When Alfred Fain founded a small Rhode Island tire store in 1924, at the time no one could have predicted how Teknor Apex would become an international custom compounder sought out by companies around the world. After a nearly hundred-year journey that’s carried us through acquisitions and expansion, we now have nine U.S. locations, as well as operations in Belgium, Singapore, Germany, and China.

Throughout this global expansion Teknor has remained a privately held company, and today Fain’s grandson sits at the helm, maintaining the family’s tradition of fostering deep employee and customer relationships. These relationships are what allow us—together—to deliver customized compound solutions and help our customer’s create better products.

“Manufacturing is a team sport and we work together to achieve our goals.”  ~Jon Fain

Join the team behind our custom compounds. 

Responsibilities:

  • This role is a full-time position within our site where we have a team approach to manufacturing.  Timely and Regular attendance is crucial to your success and the safety of the team.
  • There is mandatory overtime associated with the role depending upon the needs of the business because, with team-based manufacturing, production areas must be manned for worker safety and may continue beyond the end of a scheduled shift or may require additional overtime hours outside of normal shift schedule.
  • Check production schedule to determine the finished hose scheduled and table assignment.
  • Identify proper raw materials required for the product at the assigned finishing table by reviewing the Batch Card.
  • Check Automatic Counter for proper setting of specific hose lengths.
  • Depress pedal on cutter machine to activate the hose to be run.
  • Install proper fittings on expander machines, assemble hose and fittings together, depress foot pedal of expander machine, remove hose and repeat same process.

(a) Install male end of hose into the winding machine, coil, attach label, secure hose coil with straps or wire ties, visually inspect, assemble carton, put label on side of carton, and place hose coil in carton and/or on belt conveyor.

        (b) Repeat procedure until carton is filled with the designated quantities of hose. Slide carton onto belt conveyor  

Skills / Requirements:         

  • Ability to recognize quality problems.
  • Must attain the productivity standards that are established by the company.
  • Maintain accurate daily production records.
  • Understand and adhere to safety policies and procedures.
  • Perform related responsibilities as require or directed. 
  • Sample/Order Preparation/Carton Labels      
  • Print labels using computerized label printer and supply to the assemblers to place on cartons.                                  
  • Understanding and ability to perform all required quality checks including length checks.        
  • Ability to train employees on processes and procedures.
  • Ability to demonstrate operational decision as required, maintaining production levels.
  •  Perform related responsibilities as required or directed.
  •  Supply other miscellaneous operational supplies to the tables as required.
  •  Supply finishing tables with unassembled cartons as required.
  •  Understand quality parameters and requirements as required to fill customer return orders as well.                   
  • Ability to read and write as acquired through a high school education or the equivalent.
  • Ability to operate in a self-directed environment and complete tasks on time and thoroughly as assigned. 

Physical Requirements:

  •  Must be able to stand for long periods of time, squat, bend, twist and turn as needed to perform the job. 
  • Must possess good manual and mechanical dexterity to perform job duties. Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds.

Teknor Apex is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status under state or federal laws. Must be 18 years of age or older to work at Teknor Apex.


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