Canner/Packager (6p-6:30a)

Oerlikon; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental & Vision

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Company holidays

Life insurance

Referral bonus

Job summary

Oerlikon is seeking a Canner/Packager for our Troy, MI facility. You will set up and operate the canning/packaging line, package material and finished products, and strive to meet safety, quality and production targets on a 12-hour overnight shift.

Responsibilities include line setup, cleaning between alloys, shipping handoff, and supporting continuous improvement. Candidates should be able to lift, bend, stand for long periods, and operate cranes and powered vehicles.

Qualifications

• Basic math and organizational skills are required.
• Basic mechanical knowledge is required.
• Must be able to perform physical tasks (lifting, bending, standing).
• Ability to safely operate cranes and powered industrial vehicles.
• Willingness to work 12-hour overnight shifts (6p–6:30a) on a rotating schedule.

Responsibilities

• Set up packaging line and install packaging equipment, and place labeled, color-coded hoppers.
• Clean packaging equipment between alloys to remove residual powder.
• Deliver packaged product to shipping.
• Meet or exceed safety, environmental, and health goals for the department.
• Meet or exceed quality and productivity targets.
• Contribute to continual improvement activities and notify supervisor of issues.
• Assist in other departments as needed.

Skills

Basic math skills

Organizational skills

Physical endurance

Crane operation

Powered industrial vehicle operation

12-hour shifts

Night shift availability

Tools

Cranes

Powered industrial vehicles

Job description

We are looking for a Canner/Packager for our Troy, MI facility. In this role you will setup and operate all equipment for the canning/ packaging process. You will be responsible for packaging material and finished products while meeting or exceeding safety, quality, and production targets. You will be working 12-hour shifts overnight (6p-6.30a) on a two-week rotating schedule.

We Offer

A side from a dynamic global culture and leading market position, we are proud to offer our employees development opportunities, competitive salary and a robust benefit program ALL available on first day of employment!

The perks and benefits of working at Oerlikon include the following:

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums, company sponsored HSA contributions and without cumbersome waiting periods to keep you going strong.
• Excellent Dental and Vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance, Financial and Wellness programs to help improve all aspects of your life journey.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match and financial planning and education options to help you achieve your retirement goals
• Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources to satisfy your love of learning so you can continue to grow with us!
• Generous paid time off to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
• 10 observed company holidays and 2 floaters, to occasionally extend your weekends or time off.
• 100% company paid life insurance and disability insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus program because why not to bring your friends to work everyday!

Your Responsibilities

• Under direction of Finishing Team Lead and Supervisor, sets up packaging line, including installation of packaging equipment as well as placement of appropriately labeled and color-coded hoppers.
• Cleans packaging equipment between alloys to remove residual powder.
• Delivers packaged product to shipping.
• Meets or exceeds all safety, environmental, and health goals for department.
• Meets or exceeds quality goals for production orders.
• Meets or exceeds productivity targets.
• Contributes to continual improvement activities.
• Notifies lead or supervisor about any problems.
• Assisting in other departments (i.e. Screening, Remelt, Cladding, Blends, Tape and Paste)
• Performs other duties as required.

Your Profile

• Basic math skills and organization ability.
• Basic mechanical knowledge.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, i.e. lifting, bending, standing.
• Ability to safely operate cranes and powered industrial vehicles.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts.
• Ability to work 6pm-6:30am shift.

Why Oerlikon

Team Spirit is one of our core values. Collaborating across borders, languages and cultures is key to us delivering results. Supporting our peoples growth and development is a top priority. We believe in the creative power of a team that draws strength from welcoming a broad expanse of knowledge, experience and perspectives.

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About Us

Oerlikon is a global leader in surface technologies and advanced materials. With a unique portfolio spanning surface engineering, high‑performance materials, coating equipment and components, we make products better by enhancing performance, efficiency and sustainability. Oerlikon serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, energy, medical, luxury, semiconductors and tooling. Head‑quartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland, Oerlikon operates in 38 countries with approximately 9,500 employees, achieving sales of CHF 1.6 billion in 2024.

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