Machine Operator Brass Handle Cell, 3rd Shift - Johnson City, TN

Dentsply Sirona; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Dentsply Sirona's Johnson City location is seeking a Machine Operator for the Brass Handle Cell on 2nd shift, Monday through Friday, 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm. You will operate auto packs, paint machines, label, and assemble while ensuring quality and adherence to DHR.

Candidates should have at least 1 year of machine operation experience, be comfortable with small parts, and able to follow work instructions. The role offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred; technical degree a plus.
• Minimum 1 year machine operation experience or equivalent.
• Ability to handle small, sharp pieces.
• Detail oriented and able to follow written instructions.
• Willingness to work on 2nd shift and meet production goals.

Responsibilities

• Operate auto packs machine; load slides/packs and clean bowls.
• Label instruments and verify labeling against orders; review DHR.
• Operate paint machines; paint rings/bands per specifications; manage ovens.
• Operate auto assembly machine; load handles/files and monitor performance.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and document quality checks.

Skills

Machine operation

Attention to detail

Quality awareness

Reading/comprehension of instructions

Small part handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical degree or certification a plus

Job description

Dentsply Sirona is the world’s largest manufacturer of professional dental products and technologies, with over a century of innovation and service to the dental industry and patients worldwide. Dentsply Sirona develops, manufactures, and markets a comprehensive solutions offering including dental and oral health products as well as other consumable medical devices under a strong portfolio of world class brands.

Dentsply Sirona’s products provide innovative, high-quality, and effective solutions to advance patient care and deliver better and safer dental care. Dentsply Sirona’s headquarter is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The company’s shares are listed in the United States on NASDAQ under the symbol XRAY. Visit www.dentsplysirona.com for more information about Dentsply Sirona and its products.

Our Johnson City Location is looking for someone to join their Brass Handle Cell as a Machine Operator. This is a 2nd shift position scheduled to work Monday - Friday, 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm.

We offer competitive wages and a full menu of benefits including health (3 options), dental (provided), vision, life (provided) + extra life, short-term and long-term disability (provided), 401k (retirement) with company matching, 10 holidays and paid time off.

SCOPE

This role charter covers the functions of the brass handle cell that includes Packing, Auto Pack and Auto Paint. This cell ensures that rotary instruments are assembled and packed according to the Device History Records. Ensures products are correctly labeled and packed properly. Paint bands and rings according to product specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Auto Pack Operations includes:
  • Operates auto packs machine.
  • Loads slides/packs for machines.
  • Cleans bowls to pack machine as required.
  • Reviews packs to ensure quality.
• Groups packs as required and places in indicated storage boxes.
• Completes paperwork as required.
• Repairs machines as needed.
• Labeling Operation includes:
  • Labels instruments.
  • Inspects instruments to ensure quality and correct labels.
  • Checks Device History Record (DHR) against orders.
  • Inspects paperwork for accurate specifications and documentation.
• Auto Paint Operation includes:
  • Operates band and ring painting machines.
  • Paints rings and bands on handles/files according to specifications.
  • Turns on and off machines and ovens as required.
  • Performs quality review of painted items.
• Places painted objects in oven as required.
• Adjusts and cleans machines as needed.
• Catalogues information as required.
• Auto Assembly Operation includes:
  • Operates auto assembly machine.
  • Loads handles and files into machine.
  • Loads the stop cord into machine.
  • Monitors operation.
  • Performs quality review of assembled files.
• Brush Machine – Operates as outlined in Work Instructions
• Calibration Lines Paint Machines – Operates as outlined in Work Instructions
• Label Printing (Kiaro! And Zebra printers) - Operates as outlined in Work Instructions
• Ensures Vortex Blue products are heat treated within specifications
• Confirms that heating data is correct.
• Brush machine is utilized to remove debris from file(s).
• Depending on the needs of the company, the employee may be entrusted with and asked to perform other tasks related to his/her competence.

Education

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred or equivalent of work experience and education. A technical degree or certification is a plus.

Years And Type Of Experience

Minimum of 1 year machine operation experience or equivalent technical work/education experience.

Key Required Skills, Knowledge And Capabilities

• Ability to handle small, sharp pieces.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their design, uses, repair and maintenance.
• Ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine to exact positioning.
• Ability to use a magnet, microscope, scale, and X-Acto knife as well as Allen wrenches for adjusting of machines.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacturing and distribution of goods.
• The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong.
• Detailed oriented and self-motivated.
• Works well under pressure, can multitask and time management.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as procedural documents and safety instructions.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively and clearly communicate one-on-one and in small group settings.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, area, circumference and volume.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Basic computer skills such as data entry, manufacturing software, email and internet applications.

Physical And Environmental Environment

The physical and environmental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Daily routine will consist mostly of production work requiring light to medium physical activity.

Frequency

• Seldom (0-10%): Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Occasional (11-32%): Talk or hear.
• Frequent (34-66%): Reach with hands and arms.
• Constant (67-100%): Stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel.
• Vision Requirement: Close, distance, color and ability to adjust focus.
• Weight lifted: Up to 20 lbs seldom (0-10%) with occasionally lifting up to 10 lbs (11-33%).
• Seldom (0-10%) - Work with fumes or airborne particles.
• Constant (67-100%) - Work near moving mechanical parts (manufacturing machinery).
• The typical work environment is moderate noise (manufacturing machinery).
• Provided hearing protection when needed due to loud noises (excessive noise from ventilation system).
• Repetitive motion – provided breaks to do proper hand exercises.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dentsply Sirona is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without unlawful discrimination or regard for race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual or gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable local law.

Eligibility

All successful applicants must be eligible to work in the country the position is based.

Assistance

If you need assistance with completing the online application due to a disability, please send an accommodation request to [e-mail].

Agencies

Please note that Dentsply Sirona does not accept or respond to unsolicited requests or applications submitted by Recruitment Agencies/ Search Firms.

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