Operator/Maintainer

Kaiser Aluminum; Spokane, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k match 8%

Hourly wage $28.45

Paid holidays

Vacation after probation

Longevity pay

Monthly bonus

Work clothing

Job summary

Kaiser Aluminum in Spokane, WA is seekingProduction Team Members to operate machinery and perform manual tasks in a three-area plant (Saw Line, Centerbay, Shipping). You will contribute to continuous operation and work in a team to meet production goals.

Qualified applicants have a high school diploma or GED and strong interpersonal skills, with willingness to work flexible hours, including shifts, weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with safety priorities.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including shifts, weekends and holidays.
• Demonstrated teamwork and reliability in a production setting.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and perform manual tasks to produce aluminum alloy products.
• Collaborate with team to ensure continuous plant operation and adjust as needed.
• Move between Saw Line, Centerbay and Shipping based on workload.
• Comply with safety, quality and environmental regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Industrial saws

Hand tools

Computers

Cranes

Job description

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, including spouse and children (no payroll deductions for employee)
• $28.45 per hour
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Pro-rated vacation following probation (begins at 40 hours and increases based on years of service)
• Longevity pay increase after 5 years of service
• 401K with a current Company match of 8%
• Monthly Bonus structure: $400 on average
• Work clothing provided

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Production team members are responsible for the production of aluminum alloy products through the operation of various machinery and manual tasks. Necessity of continuous operation demands cooperation, teamwork, close attention to detail, and prompt speed of reaction to events.

The plant is divided into three working areas: Saw Line, Centerbay, and Shipping. Production team members preference into, and typically work daily in these areas. Depending on workload and experience, production team members can move from area to area as required by metal requirements.

The Production Team Member's essential functions include:

• See Job Description for assigned area.
• Comply with all safety, quality and environmental regulations.

Tools and Equipment used in Job:

Industrial saws, hand tools, computers, cranes.

Mobile Equipment used to Perform Job:

Fork truck

PPE Required for Job:

Safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes, protective arm guards, and gloves.

Requirements

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or GED.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

THIS INDIVIDUAL WILL:

• Have well developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to quickly adapt to, be accepted by, and interrelate with the organization.
• Be willing to safely work flexible hours. Be energetic, disciplined and focused on maximizing team performance.
• Demonstrate success within a team based structure.
• Have good interpersonal and partnering skills, with the ability to quickly adapt to, be accepted by, and interrelate with the organization at all levels.
• Be willing to work shifts, weekends, holidays and rotating schedules, if necessary.

PERFORMANCE FACTORS

• Attendance and Dependability: The employee can be depended on to report to work at the scheduled time and is seldom absent from work for non-protected reasons. Employee can be depended upon to complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner and is conscientious about assignments.
• Communication and Contact: The employee communicates effectively both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the Company.
• Relationships with Others: The employee works effectively and relates well with others including superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the Company. The employee exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working relationships.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Approximately 100% of the job function is required in the plant/machine shop. There is exposure to loud noises, operating machinery and a manufacturing environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• There will be periods of walking and standing.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and climb or balance.
• The employee is regularly required to reach with arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk and hear.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

• Refer to training matrix on file with Quality Department.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered based on job-related qualifications and abilities. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

About Kaiser Aluminum: Talented people join our team because we are a company passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, contributing back to our communities and championing an inclusive culture.