Job Title:  Operator

Shift available: Third shift (11pm-6am flex)

Pay range: $25/hr - $27/hr + $1.25hr shift differential

Overtime is available!

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.

At AMETEK – Specialty Metals Division, Wallingford, CT, we're dedicated to equal employment opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action. We value diversity and treat all employees and applicants fairly, regardless of sex, race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, disability, age, marital status, or veteran status.