Machine Operator

United Performance Metals; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Boot reimbursement

Uniforms

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

United Performance Metals in Wallingford, CT is seeking an experienced production operator to set up and run rolling mill, winder, annealing furnace, and slitter lines. You will perform precision inspections, document production data in ERP, and ensure materials meet quality and packaging specs.

Ideal candidates have basic math and measuring-tool skills, can follow detailed instructions, and work safely with heavy equipment in a team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with precision measuring tools is preferred.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and travelers.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor rolling mill, winder, annealing furnace, and slitter equipment per instructions and schedules.
• Perform tolerance checks and in-process inspections using precision tools.
• Load/unload and move coils and materials with material-handling equipment.
• Enter production and quality data into ERP and documentation.
• Inspect for defects and ensure packaging and coil condition meet specs.
• Support safety, housekeeping, and basic preventive maintenance.

Skills

Micrometers and calipers usage

Gauges and shop math

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to follow detailed work orders

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Wallingford, CT
Wallingford, CT 06492, USA

Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor rolling mill, winder, annealing furnace, and slitter equipment according to work instructions, customer specifications, and production schedules.
• Perform tolerance checks and in-process inspections using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other precision measuring tools.
• Load, unload, stage, and move coils, raw materials, and finished goods using approved material-handling equipment such as overhead cranes, forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand trucks.
• Enter production, inventory, quality, and process information into the ERP system or required production documentation.
• Inspect material for visible defects, surface condition, dimensional accuracy, coil condition, and packaging requirements.
• Perform basic troubleshooting, equipment checks, light maintenance, and housekeeping to support safe and efficient production.
• Follow all safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, quality standards, and company policies.
• Communicate equipment issues, material concerns, and production delays to supervisors, maintenance, and quality personnel.
• Assist with training, cross-training, and continuous improvement activities as needed.
• Support the shipping and receiving department as needed, including assisting with staging, packaging, labeling, inventory movement, loading and unloading materials, and preparing customer or internal shipments in accordance with company procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support production, warehouse and plant operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous machine operation or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience operating or supporting rolling mill, slitting, winding, annealing, CNC, or similar metal-processing equipment is a plus.
• Ability to accurately use micrometers, calipers, gauges, and shop math to verify tolerances.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to follow detailed work instructions, travelers, job orders, and safety procedures.
• Basic computer skills required, including the ability to enter data into production or ERP systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a production environment.
• Forklift, overhead crane, or material-handling experience preferred; training may be provided.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive tasks during the shift.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, or move materials within company safety guidelines.
• Comfortable working around industrial production equipment, moving machinery, metal coils, furnaces, and material-handling equipment.
• Must wear required personal protective equipment and follow all plant safety rules.
• Ability to work scheduled shift hours, overtime, and weekends as business needs require.

Compensation and Benefits

United Performance Metals offers competitive compensation and a benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, paid holidays, boot reimbursement, uniforms, bonus opportunities, and other associate benefits.

About United Performance Metals

United Performance Metals is a specialty metals solutions provider serving demanding industries through precision processing, quality, technical expertise, and customer-focused service. The Wallingford, CT facility supports advanced metal-processing operations and provides opportunities for associates who are committed to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

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