EB Weld Operator - 1st Shift

Materion Corporation; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Materion Corporation in Providence, RI is seeking an Electron Beam Weld (EBW) Machine Operator reporting to the Production Manager. You will set up EBW, load coils, perform quality checks and troubleshoot equipment to meet daily targets.

The role requires 1–3 years of manufacturing experience, familiarity with precision measurement tools, and SAP data entry. Prior EBW experience is preferred; the position is on-site with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1–3 years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience in metals industry preferred.
• Experience using micrometers and precision measurement tools.
• Previous EB Weld machine operation preferred.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret reports and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up EBW machine by interpreting process sheets and parameters and applying lubrication.
• Load coils to payoff, monitor gauge and width with measuring devices.
• Operate EBW machine while maintaining quality and performing in-process checks.
• Monitor machine cycles and mill operation to prevent jams and ensure spec-conformance.
• Inspect raw materials and finished products against specifications.
• Read EBW work instructions to determine setup specs and sequences.
• Adjust speeds by manipulating controls and observing dial indicators.
• Feed material through EBW machine and control automated feed mechanisms.
• Enter data into the SAP software system.

Skills

Coil handling

Machinery setup

Quality checks

Measurement tools

SAP data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Job description

At Materion, everyone is included, respected and offered opportunity to grow. Join us! Reporting to the Production Manager, the Electron Beam Weld (EBW) Machine Operator is key in assisting with meeting the department’s goals by performing machine set-up, maintaining quality standards, meeting daily production targets, and troubleshooting equipment when required.

Responsibilities

• The EBW Machine Operator is responsible for coil handling which involves removing coils from skids, loading coals to the payoff, and measuring gauge and width if the material with measuring devices.
• This position sets up the designated EBW machine including interpreting process sheets, setting machine parameters, and using lubrication.
• Responsible for operating the machine while adhering to quality parameters and in-process checks
• Monitors machine cycles and mill operation to detect jamming and to ensure that products conform to specifications.
• Examine, inspect, and measure raw materials and finished products to verify conformance to specifications.
• Read and understand EBW work instructions to determine setup specifications, work sequences, product dimensions, and installation procedures.
• Manipulate controls and observe dial indicators in order to monitor, adjust and regulate speeds of machine mechanisms.
• Thread or feed material through EBW machine or start and control mechanisms that automatically feeds metal into the machine.
• Performs data entry into the SAP software system

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED
• At least 1-3 years of previous manufacturing experience required
• Experience in a metals industry preferred
• Experience in use of micrometers and other precision measurement tools
• Previous EB Weld machine operation preferred
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret reports, technical procedures

$24.20 - $34.80 USD Hourly

• The hourly pay range listed is a guide for this position and may vary depending on experience, education, geographic location, and other qualifications. The final offer will be determined based on the candidate's individual merits and the company's compensation policies.

Materion Corporation and its subsidiaries (the “Company”) is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company’s personnel representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Materion’s Veteran Employee Resource group supports veterans and promotes the benefits of hiring veterans in the workplace. We honor all those who have served and are a military friendly company. Veterans are encouraged to apply and military experience and skills are transferrable to Materion careers.

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