Job Title: 2nd Shift Machine Operator
Wallingford, CT, US, 06492
Shifts available: Second shift (2pm-10pm) AND Third Shift (10p-6a)
Pay range: $27/hr + $1.00hr shift differential
Must be able to train on first shift for first four months - Overtime required!
Setting up and operating various production equipment including rolling, annealing, grinding, welding, slitting, flattening, leveling, packaging, and other miscellaneous equipment.
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 overtime.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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.
Nearest Major Market: New Haven
Nearest Secondary Market: Hartford