Operator/Maintainer

kaisercareers; Spokane Valley (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K with 8% match

Monthly bonus (avg $400)

10 paid holidays

Vacation after probation

Boot allowance

Shift premium

Longevity pay

Work clothing provided

Job summary

Kaiser Aluminum is seeking an Operator Maintainer to support aluminum production through operation of machinery and manual tasks in a fast-paced plant environment.

The role requires teamwork, attention to detail, and strong safety awareness to ensure smooth daily operations across Saw Line, Centerbay, and Shipping areas.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Manufacturing or industrial experience is a plus.
• Strong teamwork and safety consciousness required.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to produce aluminum alloy products.
• Comply with safety, quality and environmental regulations.
• Work across Saw Line, Centerbay and Shipping areas as workload requires.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Industrial saws

Hand tools

Computers

Cranes

Job description

POSITION:

Operator Maintainer

REPORTS TO:

First-Line Leader

FLSA STATUS:

Non-exempt

SUPERVISES:

None

Benefits

• 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)
• Shift differential & schedule premiums (rotating shifts)
• Longevity pay increase after 5 years of service
• Boot Allowance
• 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.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or GED.

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.