Manual Machine Operator First Shift

Hyperion Materials & Technologies Inc.; Irwin (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyperion Materials & Technologies Inc. seeks a production operator to run and monitor automated equipment, perform routine maintenance, and support lean initiatives on the shop floor.

The role requires safe handling of materials and adherence to quality standards, with flexibility to work overtime as needed. Candidates should be able to operate presses, furnaces, grinders and other line equipment, maintain accurate records, and participate in safety training while supporting continuous

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to operate and maintain production equipment safely.
• Experience using production management tools (LEAN, documentation).

Responsibilities

• Operate automated machinery and manufacturing equipment per instructions.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance and housekeeping tasks.
• Handle materials, perform basic tool changes, and troubleshoot setup.
• Maintain quality records and communicate issues to supervision.
• Participate in safety initiatives and training sessions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent worker

LEAN / production tools

Manual dexterity

Lifting 20-40 lbs

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Material Management Systems

Go/No-Go Gauges

MS Word

Job description

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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.

In July 2018, we began an exciting transformation to become an independent company under the ownership of KKR, a leading global investment firm based in the United States that builds stronger companies through employee engagement.

We believe an actively engaged workforce — with people acting and being treated like owners — produces a better company for all. So, in February 2019, we introduced the Hyperion Ownership Participation Program, which empowers our employees by allowing them to share in the value we create together.

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