Machine Operator

Oerlikon Group; Lake Orion (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan

Excellent Dental and Vision coverage

401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

100% company paid life insurance and disability insurance

Employee Referral Bonus program

Job summary

Oerlikon Group is seeking a Machine Operator for our Lake Orion facility. This role involves setting up and monitoring the Coating Machines, preparing products for coating, and making critical processing decisions. Candidates must be detail-oriented and able to lift 30lbs.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, along with 2-4 years of relevant experience. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare coverage, 401(k) retirement savings with company match, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of previous experience in HVAC, carpentry, automotive/industrial equipment repair, or construction preferred.
• Knowledge of coating techniques, blasting, or plating strongly desired.
• Must be able to lift 30lbs.

Responsibilities

• Set up and monitor coating machines.
• Perform daily changeover maintenance of pre/post treatment equipment.
• Optimize the use of production equipment.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong work ethic

Good verbal communication

Good written communication

Comfortable working with hands

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Tools

Cutting tools (e.g., drills)

Job description

We are looking for a Machine Operator for our Lake Orion facility. In this role you will be responsible for the set up and monitoring of the Coating Machines. The main responsibility is to prepare the coating system, load, unload the chamber, change the magnetic systems and input process parameters in the operator screen. This individual will pre‑treat a variety of customer products using standardized methods to prepare products for coating. The person will use analytical thinking and a high degree of creativity to oversee and assemble chamber loads based on customer specifications. As part of regular responsibilities, this person will make critical processing decisions, initiate the coating process, and be responsible for disassembling and reconfiguring the chamber for subsequent loads.

Benefits

• 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 every day!

Responsibilities

• Perform daily changeover maintenance of pre/post treatment equipment.
• Optimize the daily use of production equipment.
• Follow standard procedures and interpret customer work instructions.
• Work with Quality Coordinator and Center Manager to identify and address quality concerns.
• Providing training and assistance to other employees on equipment operation and maintenance.
• Learn new skills and Crosstrain into various departments.
• Operating and maintaining coating equipment according to specifications.
• Minimizing equipment downtime through preventative maintenance procedures.
• Learning fixturing and defixturing techniques.
• Maintaining and updating equipment records.
• Assisting with quality assurance and other technical matters as required.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED or equivalent experience.
• Commits to corporate core values, goals, mission and vision.
• 2-4 years of previous experience in HVAC, carpentry, automotive/industrial equipment repair, or construction preferred.
• Knowledge of cutting tools (e.g., drills, etc.)
• Previous experience with coating techniques, blasting, or plating strongly desired.
• Individual must have strong work ethic, be detail-oriented, and creative.
• Must be comfortable working with hands and be able to lift 30lbs.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• A positive attitude and willingness to work overtime when required.