Production Operator 1 Sintering Plant

Hyperion Materials & Technologies; West Branch (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A materials technology company in Michigan is looking for a skilled operator to manage and run various manufacturing equipment while ensuring safety and quality standards are met. The ideal candidate has strong interpersonal skills, a high school diploma, and the ability to work independently. Responsibilities include operating presses and furnaces, training others on equipment use, and performing preventive maintenance. Flexibility in shifts is required. This role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and team-oriented skills required.
• Able to operate manufacturing equipment and tools with minimal supervision.
• Proficient in handling and positioning parts with manual dexterity.
• Capability to work overtime during high order volumes.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate and run standard Process and Off line Equipment.
• Participate in team initiatives to resolve safety issues.
• Independently operate equipment for production within specified assignments.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks and ensure equipment cleanliness.
• Train others in the safe operation of manufacturing equipment.
• Communicate quality concerns to technical support personnel.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team-oriented

Minimal supervision

Production management tools (LEAN)

Manual dexterity

Ability to balance priorities

Basic computer competency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Summary

Ability to operate and run to standard Process Equipment and Off line Equipment, such as; presses, furnaces, grinders, sandblasting, etc. while adhering to strict quality and safety standards.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Participate in team initiatives to identify and resolve safety issues.
• Participation in developing LEAN solutions throughout manufacturing.
• Independent, safe, responsible operation of all the equipment necessary for the production of super abrasives and related products within specified work assignment.
• Operate automated machinery, presses, lathes, mills, furnaces, wire EDMs, and robotic equipment.
• Operate chemical processing equipment and handle hazardous chemicals.
• Perform hand assemblies of product, blends, sieved material, and other as required.
• Operate and interpret results from measuring tools, gauges, scales, microscopes, go/no go gauges, and visual standards.
• Perform minor tooling changes, setup and troubleshooting on production equipment. Assist area experts in completing higher difficulty tooling setup, changeovers and troubleshooting.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance tasks including lubrication, filter changes, equipment cleanliness, and other as necessary.
• Complete ownership for housekeeping in assigned work area.
• Perform training of others with respect to the safe and responsible operation of assigned manufacturing equipment mentioned above.
• Adhere to documented work instructions: PPF, POCI, EOI, JSA, assembly prints, and other as needed.
• Assure product and process quality measures are maintained. Communicate quality concerns to relevant technical support personnel.

Qualifications

• Good interpersonal, cooperative and team -oriented skills and behaviors
• Proven independent performer that needs minimal supervision
• Ability to use production management tools including LEAN, material management systems, and maintenance of accurate throughput and quality records.
• Manual dexterity required to accurately handle and position parts.
• Lifting and transport of materials (20-40 lbs).
• Ability to comprehend and apply training to operate manufacturing production equipment listed above.
• Ability to effectively balance priorities and multiple tasks to achieve overall production goals.
• Must be available to work overtime during periods of high order volume.
• Basic computer competency (email, data entry into Material Mgmt. Systems, log notes in MSWord,
• MUST be able to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift.

Education And/or Work Experience

High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience

Technical Skills/Physical Requirements

Walking and standing on the shop floor for extended periods throughout the day.