Cladding/Canning Operator (1st shift)

Oerlikon Group; Plymouth Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical plan

Dental and Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Oerlikon Group is seeking a Production/Facility Manager in Michigan to oversee blending, screening, curing, and packing of clad products. You will follow strict work instructions, ensure safety and quality, and maintain accurate production records throughout long 12-hour shifts.

Responsibilities include selecting equipment, maintaining inventory, and driving lean improvements. A high school diploma is required, with strong math, communication, and Windows/MS Office skills, and forklift/crane

Qualifications

• High school education required; experience may substitute.
• Strong math skills including decimals and percentages.
• Good communication and organizational abilities.
• Proficient with Windows and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Blend, mix, cure, screen, and pack clad products.
• Understand work instructions and product specs.
• Select screening equipment to maximize yield.
• Follow parameters for repeatable product quality.
• Maintain and process production records timely.
• Continually improve safety, quality and productivity.

Skills

Math proficiency

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Crane/Forklift operation

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Requisition ID104653-Posted07/29/2026-Production/Facility Management

We offer:

Aside from a dynamic global culture and leading market position, we are proud to offer our employees developmentopportunities, 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.
• 12 paid company holidays 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:

• Blend, mix, cure, screen, and pack clad products.
• Understand work instructions and product specifications.
• Select proper screening equipment to maximize yield.
• Follow product parameters during mixing and curing for a repeatable product to our customers.
• Comply with allHSE and Quality procedures and policies -- corporate and regulatory.
• Ensure Oerlikon Five Golden Rules of safety are followed at all times.
• Investigate and resolve problems affecting HSE, quality, and productivity when required.
• Maintain proper inventory of materials, supplies, and consumables.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance within scope of responsibility and skills.
• Maintain and process all production records in a timely manner.
• Continually improve procedures and equipment for safety, quality, lean behaviors, and productivity. Serve as a resource for leads and team members driving improvement activities.
• Perform other duties as required.

Your Profile:

• High School Education: experience may substitute
• Proficient in Mathematics (Decimals, Fractions, Percentages, Weighted Averages)
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office
• Strong customer focus - internal and external.
• Ability to safely operate cranes, forklift and/or powered industrial vehicles preferred.
• Ability to work a 12-hour shift.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, bending, and repetitive movement.
• Ability to repeatedly lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb multiple flights of stairs throughout the shift.
• Comfortability working in an occasionally noisy and dusty environment.

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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Oerlikon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Oerlikon will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Oerlikon only accepts agency resumes for positions that have been explicitly approved by HR for third-party support. We work exclusively with our approved vendors who have agreed to Oerlikon’s terms and conditions and have an executed contract in place. Any resumes or profiles submitted to Oerlikon employees for roles not approved and requested by HR will be considered unsolicited, and Oerlikon will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.