Production Operator: 1st Shift 6AM-4PM Mon-Thurs

Spectrum Control; State College (Centre County); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3-day weekend

Competitive wages

Benefits begin on day 1

Job summary

A manufacturing company located in State College is seeking a Production Operator to work in kiln and post-kiln operations. This position requires inspecting products for flaws, tracking work orders, and maintaining a clean work area. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least one year of experience in production or manufacturing. The company offers a competitive wage, PTO, and benefits starting on day one of employment. Join a dedicated team for a rewarding opportunity in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in Production/Manufacturing or equivalent education.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team or individually.

Responsibilities

• Inspect products for flaws through a microscope.
• Review and follow work specifications.
• Assist in training new operators when needed.

Skills

Basic reading and comprehension

Ability to tolerate work with ceramics and solvents

Education

High School or Equivalent

Job description

At Spectrum Control, most departments operate on a 4-day, 10-hour work schedule in exchange for a 3-day weekend. We offer competitive wages and PTO, plus our benefits begin on day 1 of employment. Come join a workforce where we put you first!

The Production Operator will work in any or all kiln and post-kiln operations as determined by the area supervisor based on the daily work-in-process and operational situations on the production floor.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Inspect products for flaws through a microscope and report flaws to area lead or supervisor.
• Review and follow work specifications.
• Set up standard daily work.
• Track and input work order moves and product output into production move system.
• Work with or around ceramics, solvents, dust, and liquid & solid metals.
• Train and work where assigned in pre- and post-kiln operations.
• Work effectively on individual job assignments or as a member of a team.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Perform other duties or flex to other areas as required by supervisor.
• Assist in the training of new operators when needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High School or Equivalent
• Experience Years: 1 or more years
• Experience Type: Production/Manufacturing
• OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• Basic reading and comprehension
• Ability to tolerate work with or around ceramics, solvents, dust, and liquid & solid metals.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Production Floor in a Manufacturing Facility

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor 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)

Third‑Party Recruiters

Please note, that per Spectrum Control Policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening and in alignment with our values and expectations. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Spectrum Control will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity. If you or your agency are interested in becoming an approved vendor please contact [e-mail].