Cladding/Canning Operator (2nd shift)

Oerlikon Group; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Company holidays

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Oerlikon is seeking a Cladding and Canning Operator for our Plymouth, MI facility on 2nd shift (2:00 PM – 10:30 PM, Mon–Fri). You will blend, mix, cure, screen, and pack clad products, ensuring adherence to specs and safety policies.

You will process work orders, maintain records, and support continuous improvement initiatives with the team. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (substitutions possible), solid math skills, and the ability to operate cranes, forklift, or similar equipment.

Qualifications

• High School Education: experience may substitute.
• Proficient in Mathematics (Decimals, Fractions, Percentages).
• 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.

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 all HSE and Quality procedures and policies.
• Ensure safety rules are followed at all times.
• Investigate and resolve problems affecting HSE, quality, and productivity.
• Maintain inventory of materials, supplies, and consumables.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance within scope of responsibility and skills.

Job description

We are looking for a Cladding and Canning Operator (2nd shift: 2pm - 10:30pm M-F)for our Plymouth, MI facility. In this role, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient blending, mixing, curing, and screening of the clad product line on a day-to-day basis. You will be expected to meet or exceed all HSE, quality, delivery, and productivity goals within your area of responsibility. The Cladding and Canning Operator will coordinate and process work orders in a timely manner and actively investigate, communicate, and resolve issues related to safety, quality, maintenance, and planning in collaboration with key managers. This role also requires maintaining detailed production records and contributing to innovation and continuous improvement initiatives to help achieve world-class processes and products.

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.

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