Machine Operator - Level 3 - 24/7 days (6a-6p)

Swagelok; Highland Heights (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards benefits package focused on health and wellness

Retirement planning

Job summary

Swagelok in Highland Heights is looking for a skilled Level 2 Machine Operator to perform complex machining operations. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, at least 30 months of machining experience, and proficient troubleshooting skills. Responsibilities include setting up and operating machinery, conducting maintenance, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Comprehensive benefits are provided. This position requires physical capability to manage machinery and handling materials regularly weighing from 25-50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Minimum 30 months machining experience required.
• Must be fully qualified as a Level 2 Machine Operator.
• Advanced knowledge of metal or plastic cutting processes and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machining equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform machine maintenance and basic troubleshooting.
• Make suggestions for improving machining operations.

Skills

Machining

Troubleshooting

Communication

Self-motivation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Inspection gauges

Micrometers

Calipers

Hand tools

Job description

Shift: 24/7 days (6a-6p)
City: Highland Heights

Position Summary

At this level the associate is able to perform more complex duties per standard work including process changeovers and troubleshooting with minimal guidance or help from a trainer or support. They are able to recognize and solve some non‑routine problems.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Complete set‑up and operation of machining 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 report machine malfunctions and part discrepancies to supervisor.
• Preset tooling as required.
• Set‑up parts, process and machine as required.
• Perform daily, semi‑annual and annual machine maintenance.
• Correct problems in set‑up, non‑conformance, tooling and machining processes.
• Make suggestions for process changes that may improve machining operations.
• Maneuver around machine, including but not limited to standing, bending, stretching and walking.
• Repair, replace and/or modify equipment if required.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 30 months of applicable machining experience.
• Must be fully qualified as a Level 2 Machine Operator.
• Advanced knowledge of metal or plastic cutting processes and equipment.
• Self‑motivated and able to learn at a fast pace.
• Demonstrates proficient machining, communication and troubleshooting skills.
• Operate machine: loading and unloading parts, inspection gauges, 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.

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions in accordance with ADA, FMLA and other standards, including meeting productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with ADA, FMLA and other standards.
• May be required to pass pre‑employment and annual vision acuity tests.
• Must be able to lift kegs and boxes regularly between 25–35 pounds and occasionally between 35–50 pounds; considerable standing, stooping and bending required.

Benefits

Swagelok provides a comprehensive package of valuable benefits called Total Rewards focused on health and wellness, compensation, retirement planning, and supplemental rewards.

How to Apply

• Click ‘Apply Now’ to the role of interest, upload your resume and complete the application.
• Those that match our qualifications will be contacted to schedule a phone interview.

Swagelok is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are selected without regard to race, ethnicity, creed, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

Swagelok will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and Ohio state law.

This job summary is intended to be brief and does not list all the duties for this position. Nothing in this job description should be construed as an express or implied contract of employment. Swagelok is an at‑will employer, which means that either party is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time, without any advanced notice, for any reason or no reason.