Manual Machine Operator First Shift

Hyperion Materials & Technologies; Irwin (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyperion Materials & Technologies in Irwin, PA seeks a hands-on Manufacturing Operator to run process and off-line equipment, while maintaining strict safety and quality standards.

You will participate in lean initiatives, operate presses, grinders, furnaces and automated machinery, perform basic maintenance, and train others on safe practices. This full-time role requires flexibility to work 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to operate manufacturing production equipment listed above.
• Willingness to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift and overtime.
• Good interpersonal and team skills.
• Ability to balance priorities and multiple tasks to meet production goals.

Responsibilities

• Operate standard process and off-line equipment to production standards.
• Participate in LEAN initiatives to identify safety issues.
• Safely operate automated machinery, presses, lathes, mills, furnaces, and robots.
• Perform minor maintenance and setup changes; assist with troubleshooting.
• Maintain housekeeping and quality records; communicate quality concerns.

Skills

Teamwork

Independent worker

LEAN experience

Manual dexterity

Basic computer skills

Overtime capable

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma

Equivalent experience

Tools

Material Mgmt. Systems

Job description

Summary

Ability to operate and run to standard Process Equipment and Off line Equipment, such as; presses, furnaces, grinders, sandblasting, etc. while adhering to strict quality and safety standards.

• Participate in team initiatives to identify and resolve safety issues.
• Participation in developing LEAN solutions throughout manufacturing
• Independent, safe, responsible operation of all the equipment necessary for the production of super abrasives and related products within specified work assignment.
• Operate automated machinery, presses, lathes, mills, furnaces, wire EDMs, and robotic equipment.
• Operate chemical processing equipment and handle hazardous chemicals.
• Perform hand assemblies of product, blends, sieved material, and other as required.
• Operate and interpret results from measuring tools, gauges, scales, microscopes, go/no go gauges, and visual standards.
• Perform minor tooling changes, setup and troubleshooting on production equipment. Assist area experts in completing higher difficulty tooling setup, changeovers and troubleshooting.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance tasks including lubrication, filter changes, equipment cleanliness, and other as necessary.
• Complete ownership for housekeeping in assigned work area.
• Perform training of others with respect to the safe and responsible operation of assigned manufacturing equipment mentioned above.
• Adhere to documented work instructions: PPF, POCI, EOI, JSA, assembly prints, and other as needed.
• Assure product and process quality measures are maintained. Communicate quality concerns to relevant technical support personnel.

Summary

Ability to operate and run to standard Process Equipment and Off line Equipment, such as; presses, furnaces, grinders, sandblasting, etc. while adhering to strict quality and safety standards.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Participate in team initiatives to identify and resolve safety issues.
• Participation in developing LEAN solutions throughout manufacturing
• Independent, safe, responsible operation of all the equipment necessary for the production of super abrasives and related products within specified work assignment.
• Operate automated machinery, presses, lathes, mills, furnaces, wire EDMs, and robotic equipment.
• Operate chemical processing equipment and handle hazardous chemicals.
• Perform hand assemblies of product, blends, sieved material, and other as required.
• Operate and interpret results from measuring tools, gauges, scales, microscopes, go/no go gauges, and visual standards.
• Perform minor tooling changes, setup and troubleshooting on production equipment. Assist area experts in completing higher difficulty tooling setup, changeovers and troubleshooting.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance tasks including lubrication, filter changes, equipment cleanliness, and other as necessary.
• Complete ownership for housekeeping in assigned work area.
• Perform training of others with respect to the safe and responsible operation of assigned manufacturing equipment mentioned above.
• Adhere to documented work instructions: PPF, POCI, EOI, JSA, assembly prints, and other as needed.
• Assure product and process quality measures are maintained. Communicate quality concerns to relevant technical support personnel.

Qualifications

• Good interpersonal, cooperative and team -oriented skills and behaviors
• Proven independent performer that needs minimal supervision
• Ability to use production management tools including LEAN, material management systems, and maintenance of accurate throughput and quality records.
• Manual dexterity required to accurately handle and position parts.
• Lifting and transport of materials (20-40 lbs).
• Ability to comprehend and apply training to operate manufacturing production equipment listed above.
• Ability to effectively balance priorities and multiple tasks to achieve overall production goals.
• Must be available to work overtime during periods of high order volume.
• Basic computer competency (email, data entry into Material Mgmt. Systems, log notes in MSWord,
• MUST be able to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift.

Education And/or Work Experience

High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience

Technical Skills/Physical Requirements

Walking and standing on the shop floor for extended periods throughout the day.