Production Operator

Rheinmetall; Saint Marys (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Rheinmetall in Ohio is seeking capable Operators to join our manufacturing team. The role involves loading and unloading materials, inspecting parts for defects, operating assigned equipment, and upholding safety and quality standards.

You will work with multiple operator roles such as Ag Cell Operator, Desma Operator, and Press Room Operator, contributing to efficient production while following AS9100/IS14001 procedures and PPE guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1–3 months related experience or training.
• Ability to apply common sense and follow written or verbal instructions.
• Adherence to quality, environmental, and safety policies (AS9100, IS14001).
• Follow safety procedures and wear required PPE.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials onto or from pallets, skids, conveyors, or trucks.
• Conduct visual examination of products for defects and take corrective action.
• Operate the instructed machines and report issues through proper channels.
• Maintain cleanliness of internal and external property.

Skills

Quantity of Work

Quality of Work

Judgement/Knowledge

Punctuality

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Loads and unloads materials, parts, or products onto or from pallets, skids, conveyors, or trucks.
• Conducts visual examination of products, components and subassemblies for various processing defects such as blemishes and missed operations and takes corrective action.
• Operate the machines that you are instructed to and report any problems or issues immediately to your Value Stream Manager or Supervisor using the proper channels and professional methods of communication.
• Responsible for maintaining cleanliness for internal property within the shop/office and external outside property.

Job Titles

• Ag Cell Operator
• Bladder Bags Operator
• Desma Operator
• Finishing Operator
• Metal Prep Operator
• Military Operator
• Mold Cleaner
• Operator Dept 310
• Operator Dept 320
• Press Room Operator
• Rubber Track Operator
• Trolley Operator
• Tuber Operator
• Urethane Operator

To perform the job successfully, an individual will need to perform the following competencies.

Quantity of Work

The quantity of work produced and the promptness with which it is completed.

Quality of Work

The ability displayed and accuracy of work produced, meeting company standards, and requiring little to no rework.

Judgement/Knowledge of Job

Knowledge of job, techniques, skills, equipment, procedures, materials, etc.

Punctuality and attendance.

Willingness and cooperativeness with co-workers and supervisors; ability to accept constructive criticism.

The degree to which an employee searches out new tasks and expands their ability to perform assigned tasks without direct supervision.

Adherence to Policy

Follow quality environmental policies and have knowledge of AS9100 and IS14001.

Adherence to Safety

Follow safety procedures, security protocol, and wear proper PPE.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.