Mill Operator-AMETEK-Wallingford

 

Full job description

The Utility Operator is responsible for setting up and operating all rolling mills related to rolling strip products including the following duties. This is not a CNC operator role. This is an off shift position being on second or third shift!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate a wide range of production equipment including rolling, annealing, grinding, welding, slitting, flattening, leveling, and packaging machinery.
• Adjust operating parameters to meet product specifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with production equipment.
• Acquire necessary certifications to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Conduct quality checks using various measuring tools to ensure products meet internal and customer standards; submit samples for QC approval.
• Complete all necessary documentation accurately.
• Provide training to other operators as required.
• Conduct safety checks and perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Fulfill other assigned duties as necessary.

SKILLS:

• Basic computer functions for data entry purposes.
• Must be detail-oriented with strong critical thinking and organizational skills.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays as scheduled.
• Must be able to work first shift initially and potentially second shift.
• Must be able to work overtime.
• Working knowledge of diverse high-speed machinery and measurement tools (caliper, micrometer etc.)

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This position requires repetitive motions such as walking, standing, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, as well as feeling, seeing, talking, and hearing.
• Ability to work around metal powders and nickels.
• Ability to wear a respirator while conducting job duties.
• Ability to work around and on industrial equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Must be willing to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and hearing protection.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Required to work in a production area. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The production area is not climate controlled.

• Operate a wide range of production equipment including rolling, annealing, grinding, and other machinery.
• Interprets blueprints or mill cards to determine product specifications, including dimensions, tolerances, and tooling instructions.
• Executes all powder operations required for ESC parts production, which includes blending, reducing, grinding, and screening of powders.
• Utilizes soak and batch furnaces as necessary to facilitate production processes.
• Conducts rolling, shearing, and saw cutting operations as part of the manufacturing process.
• Conducts quality checks using various measuring devices to ensure products meet both internal and customer standards.
• Handles packaging and shipment of materials, including necessary paperwork and record-keeping.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform multiple functions on a daily basis to meet production requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned or directed by ESC Supervisor.
• Complete all necessary documentation accurately.
• Provide training to other operators as required.
• Conduct safety checks and perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Fulfill other assigned duties as necessary.

Requirements:

• Basic computer functions for data entry purposes.
• Must be detail-oriented with strong critical thinking and organizational skills.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays as scheduled.
• Must be able to work overtime.
• Be a US Person (facility is ITAR regulated).
• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1-2 years of experience in heavy manufacturing environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This position requires walking, standing, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, seeing, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
• Ability to work around metal powders and nickels.
• Ability to wear a respirator while conducting job duties.
• Ability to work around and on industrial equipment.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment (e.g., forklift, scissor lift, front-end loader, payloader)
• Ability to ascend and descend steep stairs and ladders.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Must be willing to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots, and hearing protection.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Required to work in a production area. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The production area is not climate controlled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

 

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