Manufacturing Specialist - Weekend Nights

VulcanForms Inc.; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

VulcanForms Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Specialist to set up, operate, and verify industrial tools including LPBF printers, furnaces, and CNC mills in a climate-controlled facility.

The role requires lifting up to 60 lbs, ERP/MRP proficiency, and familiarity with Microsoft Office; forklift training is a plus. The position runs on a Friday–Sunday shift with every other Thursday 6:00pm–6:30am; 6S and safety responsibilities are emphasized, along with cross-functional teamwork and process

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; 3–5 years heavy manufacturing experience.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Physically capable of lifting up to 60 lbs; forklift operator training.
• Ability to read documents, computer screens, and files.
• Associate degree or higher preferred.
• Knowledge of Import/Export Compliance, ITAR, Incoterms (Commercial Invoices, SED).
• Knowledge of 6S.

Responsibilities

• Control and monitor industrial equipment by following production work orders and work instructions.
• Prepare work for processing, loads and unloads, and fixtures and baskets.
• Able to inspect, measure, and document features as indicated.
• Manually transfer productive material to inter-department operations.
• Bring any process changes to the supervisor’s attention.
• Resolve discrepancies between documentation, records, or counts, and follow up with employees, suppliers, or customers as needed.
• Participate in company-sponsored cross-functional continuous improvement teams.
• Perform general housekeeping tasks, including 6S implementation.
• Promote safety and good housekeeping practices.
• Perform general maintenance tasks as needed.
• Assist and support the Production team as required and any other tasks assigned by management.
• Adhere to and enforce the company’s health & safety policies and procedures.
• Adhere to and enforce the company’s quality policies and procedures.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent + 3–5 years heavy manufacturing

Associate Degree or higher

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the role

As a Manufacturing Specialist at VulcanForms Inc., you will be responsible for the setup, operation, and verification of industrial machine tools. Types of machinery include LPBF additive printers, vacuum furnaces, ultrasonic cleaning systems, media blast systems, EDM, and CNC mills. Individuals should be self-motivated, accurate, thorough, and willing to work in a fast-paced environment. Individuals will be working in a state-of-the-art clean, climate-controlled environment. Duties also include general maintenance, cleaning, organization of supplies, inventory control, and ERP system documentation. This shift covers Friday through Sunday, and every other Thursday from 6:00pm - 6:30am.

Schedule/hours subject to change based on business conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Control and monitor industrial equipment by following production work orders and work instructions.
• Prepare work for processing, loads and unloads, and fixtures and baskets.
• Able to inspect, measure, and document features as indicated.
• Manually transfer productive material to inter-department operations.
• Bring any process changes to the supervisor’s attention.
• Resolve discrepancies between documentation, records, or counts, and follow up with employees, suppliers, or customers as needed.
• Participate in company-sponsored cross-functional continuous improvement teams.
• Perform general housekeeping tasks, including 6S implementation.
• Promote safety and good housekeeping practices.
• Perform general maintenance tasks as needed.
• Assist and support the Production team as required and any other tasks assigned by management.
• Adhere to and enforce the company’s health & safety policies and procedures.
• Adhere to and enforce the company’s quality policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent work history of 3 to 5 years of heavy manufacturing experience
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems
• Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Physically capable of performing the essential duties of the job and able to lift up to 60 lbs
• Able to complete forklift operator training
• Ability to read documents, computer screens, and files

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate Degree or higher
• Some knowledge of Import/Export Compliance, Customs documentation, ITAR, Incoterms (Commercial Invoices, Shipper Export Declaration)
• Knowledge of 6S

VulcanFormsoffers a competitive salary and equitypackage.Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.In addition,VulcanFormsprovides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; generous paid time off; and a 401(k) plan with companymatch. Thehourlypayrangefor this position varies by level; final level and compensation will bedeterminedbased on a candidate’s experience.

This role shall also include a pay differential of 15% on any applicable shift not included in the standard base-pay shifts.

Level 1: $21.90 - $30.12

Level 2: $24.47 - $33.65

Level 3: $30.91-$42.50