Plant Operator Technician - Rolling and Casting Experience Preferred

Luxfer Graphic Arts; Illinois; On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in magnesium technology is seeking dedicated individuals to join their manufacturing team. This role involves operating machinery to roll metals, ensuring quality and safety standards are upheld. With a focus on teamwork and communication, you will contribute to the production of high-quality graphic arts products. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous benefits including medical coverage from day one, and a supportive work environment that values safety and employee well-being. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and work with innovative materials, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

401k with Company match

Paid Lunch Time

Company Paid Uniforms/PPE/Tools

10 Company Paid Holidays

Vacation and Personal Time

Up to 8% quarterly bonus

Medical, Vision, Dental from Day 1

Qualifications

• Proven experience in metals manufacturing and processing preferred.
• Ability to adhere to health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Rolling metals to gauge while maintaining quality characteristics.
• Load and unload materials using overhead crane or forklift.
• Follow safety procedures and report unsafe operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Ability to read schematics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tape measure

Micrometers

Preset gauges

Overhead crane

Forklift

Job description

Competitive pay based on experience

Luxfer Graphic Arts is the Global Leader in Magnesium Plate and Sheet Technology. We are a manufacturer and supplier of Graphic Arts products, as well as a manufacturer of magnesium sheet and plate. As such, the company has two clear personas; it is a product supplier to Graphic Arts market and end users, and it provides lightweight engineering solutions via the use of magnesium sheet and plate. At our facility we do a casting process that melts down the magnesium which then molds it into slabs. We then use the rolling mill to thin out the slabs of magnesium to meet the customer needs.

Benefits:

• Shifts are 4/10’s (Tuesday – Friday)
  • 1st Shift is 6AM – 4PM
• Located in Madison, IL; 15 minutes from downtown St. Louis, MO
• Up to 8% quarterly bonus
• 401k with Company match of up to 6%
• Paid Lunch Time
• Company Paid Uniforms/PPE/Tools
• Medical, Vision, Dental *Start on the 1st day of the following month after being hired*
• 10 Company Paid Holidays, Vacation and Personal Time (No Waiting Period)
• An Operating company of Luxfer Group (NYSE: LXFR) with Discount Stock Purchasing Option

Pay:

Salary range of $45,000 - 50,000 based on experience

Main Responsibilities:

The main activities of the position include but are not limited to the following:

• Rolling metals to gauge while maintaining good quality characteristics.
• Cast or Pot room experience with transferring and mixing of molten metals.
• Load and unload material to be processed at workstations using overhead crane or forklift.
• Work under the guidance of Supervisor or Lead to perform and complete the assigned duties in timely manner.
• Operate trucks and other industrial vehicles to transfer the production material between warehouse and working area.
• Follow safety procedures and company policies for equipment operation.
• Contribute to waste management programs.
• Identify and report unsafe operations to Supervisor immediately.
• Determine product specifications such as dimensions, tolerances, and number of pieces to be cut, sheared, slit, or ground.
• Utilize tape measure, micrometers, and preset gauges.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Depending on production requirements and demand, it may be necessary to work either 1st or 2nd shift. Must be able to handle working with oils, polishing compounds and other chemical agents. Temperature in the production area can be warm in summer months. On occasion, weekend work and overtime may be required.

Education and/or Experience:

• Proven experience in a metals manufacturing and processing. (Preferred)
• Specific proven experience as rolling mill operator or metal caster. (Preferred)
• Adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g. constant use of protective gear)
• Ability to read schematics and manuals.
• Attention to detail.
• Teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work 10–12-hour shifts and stand for long periods of time.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

We are committed to a safe, drug-free work environment and pre-employment drug screening, physical and background checks are required prior to starting. Candidates must be authorized to work in the US.

Luxfer Graphic Arts is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.