Machine Operator

Kelly; Irwin (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly is seeking a dependable Machine Operator I in Irwin, PA to support surface finishing of customer parts. Training is scheduled 6:45 a.m.–3:15 p.m., after which the role moves to second shift (3:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m.). You will operate equipment using AFM, ECM, TEM, MF, and maintain production records while following ISO procedures.

The position requires a high school or trade school education, U.S. citizenship, basic mechanical ability, and English literacy.

Qualifications

• High school, trade school, or equivalent education.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
• Ability to understand and follow ISO procedures and processes related to job performance and quality.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload machines, package finished products, and keep the shop area clean.
• Set up machines for individual jobs and install fixtures using small hand tools.
• Set machine controls and adjust settings to meet job requirements.
• Follow supervisor instructions and complete assigned work.
• Maintain production records and follow applicable quality procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical ability

Hand tools

English proficiency

ISO procedures understanding

Education

High school, trade school

Job description

Location: Irwin, Pennsylvania

Employment type: Full-time, hourly

Schedule: Monday–Friday

Pay: $18–$20 per hour, plus a $1.00-per-hour second-shift differential

About The Role

Extrude Hone is seeking a dependable Machine Operator I to support the surface finishing of customer parts. You’ll operate equipment using technologies such as Abrasive Flow Machining (AFM), Electro-Chemical Machining (ECM), Thermal Energy Method (TEM), and Microflow (MF). Training is scheduled for 6:45 a.m.–3:15 p.m. After training, the role will move to second shift. The listed regular schedule is 3:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m.

What you’ll do

• Load and unload machines, package finished products, and keep the shop area clean.
• Set up machines for individual jobs and install fixtures using small hand tools.
• Set machine controls and adjust settings to meet job requirements.
• Follow supervisor instructions and complete assigned work.
• Maintain production records and follow applicable quality procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you’ll bring

• High school, trade school, or equivalent education.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Basic mechanical ability or knowledge and the ability to use small hand tools.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
• Ability to understand and follow ISO procedures and processes related to job performance and quality.

Physical requirements

This role involves standing and walking for extended periods, bending, climbing, reaching above shoulder level, and stooping to floor level. You must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

We’re looking for someone who is

Independent, motivated, flexible, and resilient, with a commitment to quality and customer service. Strong communication, integrity, initiative, results focus, willingness to learn, and the ability to work collaboratively are important in this role.

Benefits

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type.

• Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability.
• As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.
• In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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