Process Operator - 1st Shift

Oerlikon Group; Village of Westbury (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental and Vision

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Holidays

Life and disability insurance

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Oerlikon Group in Westbury NY is seeking a Process Operator to set up and operate equipment in the production environment under close supervision. You will monitor and adjust processes to maintain product quality and follow standard operating procedures, while keeping work areas clean and safe.

The role reports to the shift supervisor and requires basic math, English literacy, and at least two years manufacturing experience.

Qualifications

• Technical Trades School or associate degree preferred.
• Ability to service and assemble manufacturing equipment such as industrial vibratory screening units.
• Must be able to read/comprehend written and verbal instruction in English.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years of manufacturing experience or similar.

Responsibilities

• Reports to shift supervisor on production status, problems, and deviations.
• Reads and applies information contained in specifications to determine equipment settings that impact product outputs.
• Examine material to ensure conformance to established standards.
• Maintains processing reports for batch records and databases.
• Ensure correct materials are used during production records and planner schedule.
• Identifies and labels all production materials in process.
• Follow and comply with safety and work rules; correct unsafe conditions.
• Maintains department housekeeping standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading instructions

Basic math

Communication

Teamwork

Safety focus

Manufacturing experience

Process improvement

Education

Technical Trades School or associates degree preferred

Tools

Forklift operation

Electric hoists/cranes

Vibratory screening equipment

Job description

We are looking for a Process Operator for our Westbury NY facility. In this role under close supervision, you will set up and operate all equipment within the production environment. Responsible for measuring and controlling product quality and making process changes within the scope of the standard operating procedures. Maintains a clean and safe working environment.

We offer:

Aside from a dynamic global culture and leading market position, we are proud to offer our employees developmentopportunities, competitive salary and a robust benefit program ALL available on first day of employment!

The perks and benefits of working at Oerlikon include the following:

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums, company sponsored HSA contributions and without cumbersome waiting periods to keep you going strong.
• Excellent Dental and Vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance, Financial and Wellness programs to help improve all aspects of your life journey.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match and financial planning and education options to help you achieve your retirement goals
• Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources to satisfy your love of learning so you can continue to grow with us!
• Generous paid time off to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
• 10 observed company holidays and 2 floaters, to occasionally extend your weekends or time off.
• 100% company paid life insurance and disability insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus program because why not to bring your friends to work everyday!

Your Responsibilities:

• Reports to shift supervisor on production status, problems, and deviations.
• Reads and applies information contained in specifications to determine equipment settings that impact product outputs.
• Examine material in order to ensure conformance to established standards.
• Maintains processing reports to record and enter into batch records and databases.
• Ensure that correct materials are being utilized during production records and planner schedule.
• Identifies and labels all production materials in process at all times.
• Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations and takes action to correct unsafe conditions where identified.
• Maintains department housekeeping standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Your Profile:

• Technical Trades School or associates degree preferred.
• Ability to service and assemble manufacturing equipment such as industrial vibratory screening units.
• Must be able to read/comprehend written and verbal instruction in English.
• Must be able to communicate 1 on 1 and in small groups.
• Must have basic math skills to add, subtract, multiply and divide using weight and volume units (Example: kilograms, pounds, and gallons)
• Must have a minimum of 2 years of manufacturing experience or similar.
• Must be able to recommend improvements to the process with regard to safety, quality, and productivity.
• Must be able to operate forklifts and experience also working with electric hoists/cranes is preferred.
• Core Competencies: safety, keeping work area clean, performing quality work per work instructions, completing scheduled work on time, teamwork, and attendance.

Why Oerlikon:

*** Team Spirit is one of our core values. Collaborating across borders, languages and cultures is key to us delivering results. Supporting our peoples growth and development is a top priority. We believe in the creative power of a team that draws strength from welcoming a broad expanse of knowledge, experience and perspectives.

Oerlikon is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the current compensation range for this position, which is $20.00 to $22.00 per hour. Some positions within Oerlikon may also offer eligibility to participate in a discretionary incentive program. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for the role will be based on a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, internal equity, job location, work experience, education, training, certifications, licenses, etc. Therefore, as compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each individual, it is likely that not all applicants will be hired at the highest end of the listed compensation range. Our total compensation package goes beyond base compensation and it will include a competitive benefits package starting with 2 weeks paid time off accrued on a monthly basis, 12 holidays, 48 hours personal/sick time (exception for NY where we follow State law,) medical, dental, vision, 401K, holidays, pet insurance and tuition reimbursement all effective day one of hire.