Process Operator - 2nd Shift

Oerlikon; Village of Westbury (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stay bonus

Comprehensive medical plan

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Holidays

Remote work options for some roles

Life insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Oerlikon is seeking a Process Operator for our Westbury, NY facility. The role involves setting up and operating production equipment, ensuring product quality, and applying process changes according to SOPs.

You will work under close supervision and contribute to a safe, efficient production environment. Qualifications include a technical trades background or associate degree, at least two years of manufacturing experience, and ability to read English instructions.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years of manufacturing experience or similar.
• Ability to read/comprehend written and verbal instructions in English.
• Basic math for weight and volume measurements.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment per SOPs.
• Monitor product quality and make process adjustments.
• Maintain accurate batch records and processing reports.
• Ensure correct materials are used per production records.
• Follow safety rules and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Report deviations to supervisor and participate in continuous improvement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

English literacy

Reading instructions

Basic math

Teamwork

Education

Technical trades training/Associate degree

Tools

Forklifts

Electric hoists

Cranes

Industrial vibratory screening units

Job description

We are looking for a Process Operator (2pm-10:30pm; Mon- Fri) 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 development opportunities, 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:

$1,000 Stay Bonus Available! Join our team and earn a $1,000 stay bonus after completing 90 days of employment. Bonus eligibility requires satisfactory job performance, good attendance, and active employment through the payout date.

• 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.
• 12 paid company holidays to occasionally extend your weekends or time off.
• Flexible hours or remote work environment available for certain positions
• 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 due to 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

Innovation and innovators thrive at Oerlikon, a leader in engineering solutions that enhance the performance of our products and services. We are diverse in our perspectives but united in our purpose: to develop technologies that reduce resource and energy consumption and help build a healthier, more sustainable and better protected world.

About Us

Oerlikon is a global leader in surface technologies and advanced materials. With a unique portfolio spanning surface engineering, high‑performance materials, coating equipment and components, we make products better by enhancing performance, efficiency and sustainability. Oerlikon serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, energy, medical, luxury, semiconductors and tooling. Head‑quartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland, Oerlikon operates in 38 countries with around 10,000 employees, achieving sales of CHF 1.6 billion in 2025.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Oerlikon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here: Know Your Rights.

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Oerlikon will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Agencies

Oerlikon only accepts agency resumes for positions that have been explicitly approved by HR for third-party support. We work exclusively with our approved vendors who have agreed to Oerlikon’s terms and conditions and have an executed contract in place. Any resumes or profiles submitted to Oerlikon employees for roles not approved and requested by HR will be considered unsolicited, and Oerlikon will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

Oerlikon is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the current compensation range for this position, which is $24.00 to $26.00 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.

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