Machine Operator - Level 2 - 1st Shift - Willoughby Hills, Ohio

Swagelok; Willoughby Hills (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Swagelok in Willoughby Hills, OH, is hiring for an associate skilled in machining and process improvements. This role requires setting up equipment, troubleshooting, and maintaining quality during production, with potential for growth through on-the-job training.

The position offers a first shift, a comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to contribute to a global leader in fluid system solutions. Performance and safety are emphasized in daily work.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma and advanced knowledge of products, processes and equipment.
• Fast learner, self-motivated, and proficient in machining and troubleshooting.
• Familiar with inspection tools and measurement devices.
• Able to operate and troubleshoot machining equipment.

Responsibilities

• Capable of set-up and safe troubleshooting of equipment.
• Perform machine start-up and shutdown procedures.
• Make tooling changes, adjustments, and setup.
• Record keeping and forms completion.
• Inspect parts visually and dimensionally to quality standards.
• Identify and elevate malfunctions and discrepancies.
• Train others to improve skills.
• Adjust speeds and feeds as required.
• Repair or modify equipment if needed.

Skills

Machining

Troubleshooting

Quality inspection

Self-motivation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Machining equipment

Calipers

Micrometers

Dial indicator

Gauges

Job description

Build a Career That Moves the World

At Swagelok, precision matters. As one of Northeast Ohio's largest manufacturers, and a global leader in fluid system solutions, we create products that help industries operate safely and efficiently—from life-saving medical equipment and clean energy applications to semiconductor manufacturing, and deep-sea exploration. We believe our people are our greatest strength. We invest in training, promote from within, and create opportunities for associates to grow their skills and build rewarding careers. Backed by our no-layoff philosophy, as a privately held company, we're proud to offer stability and security in your career.

Shift: 1st shift - 7:00 am - 3:15 pm (Mon-Fri)

Pay & Total Rewards

The pay range for this position is $18.40-$25.80 per hour, along with additional compensation through overtime and 10% shift differential when working an off-shift. The starting pay offered is based on your skills, experience, and additional qualifications needed for the role.

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package, starting day one, designed to support you and your family.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plans, including 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Tuition assistance and career development opportunities
• On-Site Health Clinic at our Solon Global Headquarters
• Employee wellness and safety programs
• Life and disability insurance
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support programs

Position Summary

At this level the associate is proficient in all aspects of the process. They are able to solve most non-routine process problems. The associate at this level has a greater awareness of the overall business and is able to recognize the need for and elevate process improvements to standard work that reduce cost and/or improve quality and delivery. They may interact with associates in other functional areas and can oversee and assist with department development.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Capable of completing set-up operation and troubleshooting of equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform start-stop procedures including, but not limited to: machine and conveyor start-up, loading of raw material, and machine shutdown.
• Perform simple and advanced changes, adjustments, and set-up to tooling and fixtures.
• Complete records and forms.
• Check machined parts visually and dimensionally according to quality standards.
• Clean chips from tooling and parts.
• Recognize and elevate machine malfunctions and part discrepancies
• Preset tooling as required.
• Set-up parts, process and machine as required.
• Perform preventative machine maintenance.
• Generate and modify speeds and feeds as required.
• Troubleshoot and correct problems for set-up, non-conformance, tooling and machining processes.
• Diagnose and respond to program alarms and make adjustments as required.
• Make suggestions for process changes that may improve machining operations.
• Make suggestions for schedule optimization / attainment.
• Able to train others to improve their skillset.
• Generate and modify part programs as required.
• Repair, replace and/or modify the equipment if required.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Advanced knowledge about the products, processes and equipment
• Self-motivated and able to learn at a fast pace.
• Demonstrates proficient machining, communication, and troubleshooting.
• Operate Machining equipment that includes; loading and unloading parts, inspection gages, comparator, micrometers, calipers, 6\" rule, dial indicator, ring gages, drill/reamer, Johnson gages and Datum gages, magnifier and lights, miscellaneous hand tools and chip strippers.
• Identifies and corrects machining problems relative to tools and tool holders, collets and chucks.
• Ability to identify and rectify minor mechanical equipment malfunctions.

Critical Competencies

Customer Focus

• Direct and assist others in getting required support work completed in a timely manner
• Independently display prioritization skills
• Understand and anticipate the internal customers’ needs and initiate