Master Welder & Production Technician

Synthomer plc; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or car allowance

Healthcare – regional options

Learning & development opportunities

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Synthomer plc is seeking a skilled maintenance operator with a focus on welding to maintain daily operation of process equipment and facility systems at our Akron site. The role includes performing preventative maintenance, inspections, and executing start-up checks to ensure continuous production.

The successful candidate will operate a range of equipment, coordinate with operators and supervisors, and support safety and quality programs in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Responsible for daily operation and preventative maintenance of process equipment and facility systems.
• Perform as a master welder as a primary duty.
• Ensure safe, efficient transfer of product between lines and tanks.

Responsibilities

• Transfer product by identifying correct lines and completing connections.
• Visually inspect lines, connections, and bleed off valves.
• Operate scales, meters, pumps, filters, and related equipment.
• Operate forklifts to move materials safely.
• Take samples to the quality lab for testing.
• Perform start-up checks and monitor production equipment.
• Support RCMS and ISO compliance efforts.

Skills

Master welder

Equipment maintenance

Safety compliance

Process transfer

Tools

SCADA

Job description

Synthomer plc is seeking a skilled maintenance operator with a focus on welding to maintain daily operation of process equipment and facility systems at our Akron site. The role includes performing preventative maintenance, inspections, and executing start-up checks to ensure continuous production.

The successful candidate will operate a range of equipment, coordinate with operators and supervisors, and support safety and quality programs in a dynamic manufacturing environment.