Auxiliary Operator - Level 2

Swagelok; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Swagelok in Solon, Ohio seeks an Auxiliary Operator on 1st shift to perform basic to intermediate manufacturing tasks with limited supervision. You will operate standard equipment, adjust processes, and support quality control while following documented procedures.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least 12 months of relevant experience; mechanical aptitude is preferred. The role emphasizes reliability, teamwork and adherence to safety standards in a dynamic production

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 12 months of experience.
• Preferred: good mechanical skills aptitude.
• Ability to lift 25–50 pounds regularly.
• Willing to work 1st shift.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates ability to use skills introduced 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.
• Follows all quality guidelines and product segregation procedures.
• Understands visual requirements for products.
• Supports lean efforts including 5S and process improvements.
• Complies with Swagelok procedures.
• Shows mastery of skills listed in the training plan within the minimum time.

Skills

Good mechanical skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Flexibility

Communication

Accountability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Shift: 1st shift

Facility: (Hardware) 6050 Cochran Rd, Solon OH 44139

Salary Grade: Hourly C (C)

Hiring Manager:

Position Summary:

Auxiliary Operators are responsible for enhancing and making minor alterations to products. At this level the associate has demonstrated proficiency to 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
• Acts 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 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 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008.

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.