3rd Shift - Machine Operator ($5K Sign-On Bonus! 20% Shift Differential)

New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc; Peterborough (NH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc. (NHBB) in Peterborough, NH is seeking an Operator Trainee to operate machinery and produce components per specifications and quality standards.

You will follow setup cards, adjust tooling, and monitor dimensions using gauges and basic measuring tools. The role emphasizes safety and accuracy, with duties including routine maintenance, recording operations, and assisting in troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
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Responsibilities

• Operate required machines or equipment to produce parts to specifications and finish standards.
• Replace worn tooling and adjust machines as needed.
• Use micrometers, verniers, optical comparator, and gauges to set up equipment and check work.
• Operate automation equipment and provide minor troubleshooting within the work area.
• Diagnose operating difficulties and maintain records of production.
• Keep work area clean and comply with safety rules and OSHA regulations.
• Move materials and containers to complete duties.

Skills

Reading & instructions

Basic math

Production quality

Record keeping

Identify irregularities

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Manufacturing experience preferred

Mechanical aptitude preferred

Tools

Micrometers

Verniers

Optical comparator

Microscope

Gauges

Job description

As an Operator Trainee, you will operate machinery or utilize equipment to produce components to specified dimensions and characteristics according to quality standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate required machines or equipment to produce a diversified range of parts on short or long run work, and exacting finish specifications. Follow established procedures, verbal instructions, and information obtained from set-up cards and layout sheets (certified process or engineered cycles) to ensure parts are manufactured per process and drawing requirements.
• Replace worn tooling and adjust machines as needed
• Use micrometers, verniers, optical comparator, microscope, and a variety of fixed and adjustable gauges to set-up equipment and check work. Review calibration of all measuring equipment. Patrol machines using the 4-bin system.
• Operate automation equipment and provide minor troubleshooting within work area as assigned
• Diagnose and correct operating difficulties, maintain required records, detect and report unusual conditions to assigned leader.
• Keep work area clean and orderly, observing all safety rules and regulations, and conforming to OSHA regulations.
• Move materials, parts, and containers, as required, to complete job duties.

Job Skills and Abilities:

• Read, reference and interpret written and verbal instructions; always following established standard procedures
• Perform basic mathematical calculation, maintain an understanding of standard and metric system.
• Maintain established production levels and quality standards
• Recognize and report any irregularities as to fits, defective parts, finishes, work techniques and/or quality of workmanship
• Maintain necessary records; work is subject to audited inspections

Education and Experience Required:

• HS Diploma or GED.
• Previous manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Includes must be able to: stand, walk, bend, reach, grab, twist, carry, push and pull.
• Must be able to lift up to 40lbs.

Work Authorization:

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have asylum or refugee status in the U.S. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

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New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc. (NHBB) is a leading manufacturer of precision bearings and complex bearing assemblies for the aerospace, defense, medical, dental, and high technology markets. Founded in Peterborough, NH in 1946, our almost 8 decades of success are rooted in our commitment to the safety, health and wellness of our employees, and partnerships with our customers, suppliers and the communities that surround us.