Furnace/Palletizer Operator in Training (O.I.T) (2nd Shift)

Noveon Magnetics Inc.; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance on day

HSA with employer contribution

401(k) with match

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid time off

Sick leave

Company paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Noveon Magnetics in San Marcos, Texas is seeking an entry-level Furnace/Palletizer Operator in Training (OIT) for the 2nd shift. Learn to safely run furnace and palletizing equipment, monitor process parameters, and assist in daily production activities in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and some manufacturing exposure. The role offers benefits from day one, room to grow, and cross-training within the production team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, basic mechanical aptitude.
• Basic reading of production instructions and safety guidelines.
• Ability to learn furnace/palletizer operation and troubleshooting basics.

Responsibilities

• Learn operating instructions for furnace and palletizer equipment.
• Monitor temperatures, feed rates, and product flow to meet specs.
• Assist with routine maintenance and keep work area clean and safe.
• Record data, report deviations, and support production supervisor.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Hand tools

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Title: Furnace/Palletizer Operator in Training (O.I.T) (2nd Shift)

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Location: San Marcos, Texas

We have one goal: to manufacture quality magnets! We are looking for exceptional individuals who want to learn, build, and lay a foundation for our company for the years to come.

Job Title: Furnace/Palletizer Operator in Training (O.I.T) (2nd Shift)

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Location: San Marcos, Texas

We have one goal: to manufacture quality magnets! We are looking for exceptional individuals who want to learn, build, and lay a foundation for our company for the years to come.

About This Role

The Furnace/Palletizer Operator in Training is an entry level, hands‑on role responsible for safely and efficiently operating the furnace and palletizing equipment to ensure consistent production flow, quality output, and adherence to safety and process standards. This role requires strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. This position serves as a role to grow into an advanced operator role, supporting the qualified operators and Production Supervisor by providing daily operational assistance, learning troubleshooting and diagnostics, and ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and production standards.

What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work?

What We Have To Offer

• Competitive Base
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance on day 1 of employment
• Health Saving Account (HSA) with Employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) retirement plan and match program
• Short Term Disability (Employer Paid)
• Long Term Disability (Employer Paid)
• Paid Time Off (eligible after 90 days of employment)
• Sick Leave (eligible after 90 days of employment)
• Company Paid Holidays

Diversity

At Noveon Magnetics, we believe our diversity makes us who we are, and we strive every day to build a culture where everyone feels welcome.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Learning the operating instructions and monitoring requirements for furnace and palletizer equipment to maintain proper temperature, feed rates, O2 levels and product floww.
• Loading/Unloading materials into the furnace and ensuring correct material mixtures according to production specifications.
• Learning how to inspect product quality at various stages and adjusting machinery as needed to maintain standards.
• Learning and assisting in monitoring system controls, recording data, and reporting any deviations or malfunctions to the supervisor, engineering, and maintenance.
• Assisting in performing routine maintenance, including cleaning and lubrication of equipment.
• Ensuring the work area is kept clean, safe, and organized.
• Following all safety procedures, including PPE requirements and lockout/tagout processes.
• Collaborating with team members and other departments to ensure smooth production flow.
• Assisting with inventory control and material tracking as required.

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• Has a High school diploma or GED required.
• Possesses previous manufacturing or machine operation experience, preferred.
• Can display basic mechanical skills and ability to use hand tools.
• Is able to read and interpret production instructions, safety guidelines, and quality specifications.
• Has a strong attention to detail and possesses the ability to multitask.

Physical Requirements

• Is able to move up to 50lbs.
• Possesses the manual dexterity to put parts or pieces together quickly and accurately.
• Can wear PPE.
• Comfortable standing for long periods of time, up to and exceeding 60 minutes.
• Is capable of making repetitive movements, including, but not limited to, sitting, squatting, and walking up and down stairs.
• Has a willingness to work flexible shifts, including nights and weekends, if required.
• Is comfortable with exposure to high temperatures, noise, and moving machinery.

About Noveon Magnetics

At Noveon Magnetics, we’re reimagining the rare earth magnet industry and changing the way we electrify the world. We’re a fast‑growing, diverse team of scientists, engineers, entrepreneurs, and innovators from across the globe united by a shared mission to support the commercialization of our magnet manufacturing technology and forge a new path toward resource efficiency, resource independence and a low‑carbon economy.

As the only U.S manufacturer of permanent rare earth magnets essential to a range of technologies that rely on an electric motor—from electric vehicles to medical devices to aerospace and defense systems to clean energy—we’re ushering in an electric future that is 100% Made in America. All our operations, from R&D through production, assembly, and delivery, are conducted out of our state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing center in San Marcos, Texas.

Noveon Magnetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.