Auxiliary Operator - Level 2

Swagelok; Kentucky; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards benefits

Job summary

Swagelok is seeking an Auxiliary Operator for the 2nd shift in Solon, NE Ohio. The role focuses on enhancing and making minor alterations to products, with proficiency expected at routine tasks and the ability to adjust processes to maintain output.

Responsibilities include operating standard equipment, following quality guidelines, and supporting lean initiatives while aligning with Swagelok’s values of quality, integrity and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 12 months of experience before advancing to Independent Auxiliary Operator.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates ability to perform basic, moderate, and complex auxiliary operations.
• Uses controls, tooling, holders and fixtures with minimal trainer assistance.
• Performs multiple bench operations and setups per documentation.
• Sets up and operates routine parts on standard equipment with little assistance.
• Follows all quality guidelines and product segregation procedures.
• Understands product appearance and process flow within the department.
• Supports lean efforts including 5S and Primary Visual Display metrics.
• Complies with Swagelok procedures and training plans.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Shift: 2nd shift

City: Solon

Swagelok, Northeast Ohio, USA

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 skills-you'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:

Auxiliary Operators are responsible for enhancing and making minor alterations to products. At this level the associate has demonstrated proficiency at work with limited help while maintaining performance objectives on standard work processes. This includes recognition of routine problems and the ability to keep the process running by making appropriate adjustments to correct the problems.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates ability to use skills introduced at level 1 to perform basic, moderate and complex auxiliary operations
• Understands and utilizes necessary controls, tooling, holders, fixtures to perform assigned tasks with minimal assistance from trainer
• Ability to perform multiple bench operations and setups per documentation
• Requires little assistance with setting up and operating routine parts on standard equipment
• Follows all quality guidelines and product segregation procedures
• Understands visual requirements for products being manufactured
• Understands process improvement and product flow within department
• Understands and supports lean efforts including (5S visual display and the metrics listed on Primary Visual Display Board)
• Recognizes and complies with all applicable Swagelok procedures
• The associate should understand and demonstrate the skills listed in the master training plan within the minimum time requirements.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 12 months of experience (not including time spent in the Learner level) before an associate can be eligible for advancement to an Independent Auxiliary Operator position.

Preferred:

• Good mechanical skills aptitude

Critical Competencies:

Customer Focus

• Is able to meet due dates in processes they are responsible for
• Will let supervisor know when there is a problem
• Willing to put in extra effort to meet customer needs

Reliability and Integrity

• Takes responsibility for personal performance
• Can be counted on to do what needs done with little follow-up

Flexibility

• Willing to work in other departments or sites
• Shows enthusiasm and has a good attitude when asked to learn other jobs
• Is open to new ideas

Teamwork

• Values, solicits, and utilizes input from others
• Looks for ways to help out

Communication

• Provides information to the next shift or to others in the company
• Participates in meetings and will ask questions when something is not clear

Accountability

• Sets a good example for others by demonstrating desired behavior
• Takes action and makes the right decisions to get the job done
• Supports Swagelok business goals

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.
• 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.

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

Congratulations on taking the first step to B e Connected. B e Valued. B e You.

Swagelok is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are selected without regard to race, ethnicity, creed, color, religion, sex, p