Operator

Job Opportunity at Swagelok

Swagelok is a global organization and one of the largest employers of manufacturing talent in Northeast Ohio. We are driven by our core values of Quality, Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Customer Focus, Innovation, and Continuous Improvement, which are demonstrated through our daily actions. For over 75 years, our dedication to our core values has been the foundation for our success. Our products have been up into space, down to the bottom of the ocean, and everywhere in between. That same dedication spans to our customers.

Throughout our organization we demonstrate a commitment to these values and those we bring onboard. Whether you want to grow in your role or explore broad opportunities and develop new skillsyou'll thrive in a culture that promotes learning and development. We strive to be a company where we all can do our best work with a true sense of purpose and belonging.

Be Connected. Be Valued. Be You. We hope you'll consider joining our team.

Position Summary

At this level the associate has advanced knowledge of all aspects of the process. They can solve most non-routine process problems. The associate at this level is more aware of the overall business and can recognize the need for and escalate process improvements to standard work that reduce cost and/or improve quality and delivery. They may interact with associates in other functional areas and can oversee and assist with department development.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Support production objectives by:

• Performing set-up related duties
• Troubleshooting production problems relating to equipment, tooling, and processes
• Supporting of company philosophies, systems, and policies through actions and words
• Performing all the duties of a JLG level 4 or higher operator for a specific department
• Setting up equipment to standard work
• Training and educating operators
• Offering ideas and looking for improvement of processes
• Advanced troubleshooting of production problems relating to equipment, tooling, and processes
• Being the subject matter expert regarding the technical and mechanical portion of machining
• Driving to obtain and reduce setup target objectives
• Facilitating Shift Start up and departmental meetings
• Assisting in the development of new processes and/or standard work
• Driving changes to reduce cost and improve department metrics
• Performing, training and assisting in preventative maintenance on equipment and tooling as needed. Can identify and repair many machine malfunctions without guidance
• Accurately completing records in maintenance management system
• Identifying and correcting machining problems relative to tools and tool holders, collets and chucks
• Ability to identify and rectify mechanical equipment malfunctions
• Self-motivated
• Demonstrates proficient machining, communication, and troubleshooting

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Advanced knowledge about the products, processes and equipment

Preferred:

• Advanced technical training or equivalent

Critical Competencies

Customer Focus, Reliability and Integrity, Flexibility, Teamwork, Communication, Accountability

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements

Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards. Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift Kegs and Boxes on a regular basis between 25 - 35 pounds and occasionally between 35 - 50 pounds. Considerable standing, stooping and bending is required. May be required to pass pre-employment and annual Vision Acuity tests

Swagelok provides a comprehensive package of valuable benefits called Total Rewards focused on health and wellness, compensation, retirement planning, and supplemental rewards.

To apply:

1. Click 'Apply Now' to the role of interest, upload your resume and complete the application.
2. Those that match our qualifications will be contacted to schedule a phone interview.

Congratulations on taking the first step to Be Connected. Be Valued. Be You.

Swagelok is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are selected without regard to race, ethnicity, creed, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, pregnancy-related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

Swagelok will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and Ohio state law. This job summary is intended to be brief and does not list all the duties for this position. Nothing in this job description should be construed as an express or implied contract of employment. Swagelok is an at-will employer, which means that either party is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time, without any advanced notice, for any reason or no reason.