Manufacturing Operator I - Full Time (2nd Shift)

Lydall Performance Materials (US), Inc; Town of Lancaster (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Alkegen is a leading specialty materials company focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty insulation. We are seeking a Manufacturing Operator I to set up and run production machinery on the shop floor, ensuring presses and CDCH coating lines operate in compliance with TS16949 and ISO14001 standards.

The role requires strong attention to quality, accurate documentation, and the ability to work with vendors and internal customers while maintaining safety and continuous

Qualifications

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

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 operations including prep, coating, sheet separating and deframing of gaskets while maintaining part-specific rate.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues to maintain quality standards.
• Ensure each machine is stocked with material throughout the shift.
• Assist tooling personnel in correcting any potential issues with a die.
• Provide light maintenance on machines or a die including oiling and greasing.
• Complete all paperwork, documentation, and BPCS transactions accurately and timely.
• Contribute to general housekeeping of the department.
• Adhere to all company safety policies and maintain a safe work environment.
• Perform other duties or special projects as required.

Skills

Written & verbal communication

Basic math

Highly motivated

Time management

Analytical thinking

Excel knowledge

Vendor & internal customer interaction

Metrics driven

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

BPCS experience

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 Alkegen is a specialty materials leader serving mission-critical systems that the world is focused on for the future, including: battery technologies, electric vehicles, filtration media, and specialty insulation materials that enable customers to reduce fossil fuel consumption, save energy, and live greener.

We help people breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before. Our experience speaks for itself. We are a vertically integrated manufacturer with the global reach and talent to solve your most demanding applications. With 60 manufacturing facilities and 9,000+ highly skilled employees located around the world, we can solve any challenge. Dedicated to sustainability and human health, we are uniquely positioned to help customers impact the environment in meaningful ways.