Manuf/Production Operator 1

Hyperion Materials & Technologies Inc.; West Branch (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyperion Materials & Technologies Inc. seeks a dependable Manufacturing Operator to run and monitor production equipment on-site in Michigan. You will operate presses, furnaces, grinders, and related machines while following safety and quality standards.

The role requires hands-on experience with production tooling and the ability to perform basic maintenance, train teammates, and work overtime when needed. A high school diploma and manufacturing exposure are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with quality checks.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production equipment per instructions.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance tasks including lubrication and cleaning.
• Handle hazardous chemicals following safety protocols.
• Maintain quality records and communicate concerns to technical staff.
• Train others on safe operation of equipment.
• Adhere to lean methods and documented procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Independence

Lean manufacturing

Dexterity

Lifting

Training

Prioritization

Overtime readiness

Computer literacy

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Manufacturing experience

Quality checks experience

Job description

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 to work 1st or 2nd or 3rd shift.

Education and/or Work Experience

Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.

Previous experiencing with quality checks.

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.

Operators Production Level 1 to work in Sintering plant.

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.