Manufacturing Operator I - Full Time (2nd Shift)

ALKEGEN; Town of Lancaster (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Alkegen seeks a Manufacturing Operator I to set up and run shop floor machinery, including presses and CDCH coating lines, while meeting quality and safety standards. You’ll manage material changes, maintain production flow, and complete required paperwork to keep operations smooth.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, basic math, and strong communication. Manufacturing experience is a plus, with Excel and BPCS familiarity beneficial for data handling and reporting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Basic math skills are required.
• Highly motivated and reliable with good time management.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities are important.
• Computer literacy including Excel; BPCS experience is a plus.
• Ability to interact with vendors and internal customers.
• Metrics-driven approach is valued.

Responsibilities

• Set up and change over production machinery, including die set-up and material changes.
• Maintain continuous operation of machinery to minimize downtime.
• Operate presses and CDCH coating lines, including prep, coating, sheet separation, and deframing of gaskets; maintain required rates.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues to uphold quality standards.
• Stock each machine with material throughout the shift.
• Assist tooling personnel with die issues and maintenance tasks.
• Provide light maintenance on machines or dies (oil and grease).
• Complete paperwork, documentation, and BPCS transactions accurately and on time.
• Assist in housekeeping and adhere to safety policies.
• Perform other duties or projects as assigned.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communicatie

Basic math skills

Highly motivated

Time management

Analytical and problem solving

Excel literacy

BPCS experience

Vendor & internal customer interaction

Metrics driven

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

BPCS

Job description

Job Requirements

Why work for us?

Alkegen brings together two of the world’s leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty insulation and sealing materials. Through global reach and breakthrough inventions, we’re delivering products that enable the world to breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before.

With over 60 manufacturing facilities with a global workforce of over 9,000 of the industry’s most experienced talent, including insulation and filtration experts, Alkegen is uniquely positioned to help customers impact the environment in meaningful ways.

Alkegen offers a range of dynamic career opportunities with globe-spanning reach. From production operators to engineers, technicians to specialists, sales to leadership, we’re always looking for top talent ready to bring their best. Come grow with us!

Job Requirements:

The Manufacturing Operator I position is responsible for set-up of all machinery on shop floor. Able to operate all presses and/or CDCH coating lines in compliance with the companies TS16949 and ISO14001 standards.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible to set-up and change over production machinery including die set-up and material changes.
• Responsible for continuous operation of machinery in order to eliminate any unnecessary downtime.
• Able to operate all presses and/or CDCH coating operations consisting of prep, coating, sheet separating and de-framing of gaskets while also maintaining rate that is part specific.
• Able to troubleshoot manufacturing issues in order to maintain quality standards.
• Responsible to make sure each machine is stocked with material throughout the shift.
• Assist tooling personnel in correcting any potential issues with a die.
• Able to provide light maintenance on machines or a die including but not limited to oiling and greasing.
• Responsible to complete all paperwork, documentation, and BPCS transactions accurately and timely.
• Responsible to assist in general housekeeping of the department.
• Responsible to adhere to all company safety policies and procedures while also maintaining a safe work environment at all times.
• Performs other duties or special projects as required or as assigned.

Other:

• Must adhere to all company and location policies and safety rules.
• Must be able to work extended hours when required.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/ Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Manufacturing experience a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Highly motivated.
• Strong time management and priorities management skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Computer literate with knowledge of Excel. BPCS experience a plus.
• Ability to interact with vendors and internal customers.
• Metrics driven.

If you are interested in being part of a world class manufacturing function here at Alkegen, then we would love to hear from you.

At Alkegen, we strive every day to help people – ALL PEOPLE – breathe easier, live greener and go further than ever before. We believe that diversity and inclusion is central to this mission and to our impact. Our diverse and inclusive culture drives our growth & innovation, and we nurture it by actively embracing our differences and using our varied perspectives to solve the complex challenges facing our changing and diverse world.

Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, nation of origin, religion, color, gender identity and expression, age, disability, educati