Rolling Operator

AMETEK; Montvale (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK in Montvale, NJ is seeking a Rolling Operator to manufacture strip material from ingots, casted strip, or stock. You will operate rolling mills, set up equipment, inspect with micrometers to 0.0001 inch, and support cladding processes while maintaining safety and 6S standards.

This position requires teamwork, the ability to work weekends when needed, and basic ERP data entry. Training may be provided on the job as you learn the plant's processes.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with micrometer, digital or mechanical and measure thickness to 0.0001 inch.
• Lift up to 50 lbs by hand or with lifting equipment.
• Safety-conscious with strong mechanical aptitude and math skills.
• Desire to learn new machinery and tooling; willingness to work weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate rolling mills to reduce strip metal to specified thickness and properties.
• Position material in rolling mill; adjust rolls and guides by size and dimensions.
• Set up processing techniques for new materials; regulate lubricant, speed, and pressure.
• Operate slitters; verify setups with gauges for quality results.
• Assist cladding operations and related equipment; cross-train as needed.
• Train on and run rolling department equipment; support other functions.
• Perform visual surface defect inspections; follow work orders.
• Cooperate with OPEX Engineering on efficiency projects; support 6S initiatives.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Micrometer reading

Heavy lifting

Safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Hands-on learning

Weekend availability

Education

On-the-job training

Micrometer/caliper use

Equipment safety training

ERP data entry

Job description

Job Summary

The Rolling Operator will manufacture strip material from ingots, casted strip, or modifying material from stock.

Job Summary

The Rolling Operator will manufacture strip material from ingots, casted strip, or modifying material from stock.

Essential Functions

• Maintain a clean and safe environment by following 6S principles.
• Operate rolling mills to reduce strip metal to specified thickness and physical properties, often holding to very fine tolerances approaching the ultimate of the mill's capability.
• Positions material in rolling mill, adjust rolls and guides according to size and dimensions.
• Establish general processing techniques for new materials. Adjust controls to regulate flow of lubricant, machine speed, machine pressure, etc.
• Operate slitters (includes setting). Observe setup and gages and measurement devices to assure the processing of quality material.
• Support cladding operations, including preparation, handling, and processing of cladded and bonded materials as needed.
• Train on, support, and operate cladding-related equipment and processes as assigned.
• Responsible for training on and running all equipment and assisting in all functions of the Rolling Department, including cross-training to support the cladding operations as needed.
• Responsible for training on and running all equipment and assisting in all functions of the Rolling Department.
• Visual inspection for surface defects.
• Interpret and follow shop work orders.
• Ability to take on multiple work assignments.
• Timely completion of work assignments.
• Work with OPEX Engineering staff on efficiency improvement projects, etc.
• Assist area manager with any 6S initiatives and process improvement projects.

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintaining each machine in a “model clean” state by performing regular “Type A” cleans, as expected by procedure/work instruction.
• Maintaining the surface of the machine’s Rolls, cleaning/replacing them as necessary.
• Maintaining/staging in-process work material in a proper environment preventing contamination and/or damage.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Required

• Must be able to work well with others and be able to follow departmental rules.
• Must be able to perform duties without external distraction, such as mobile phones and personal electronic devices.
• Must be able to work with micrometer, digital or mechanical, sensing thickness with .0001” accuracy.
• Be able to lift materials up to 50 lbs. Weight by hand and heavier using small lifting equipment.
• Safety conscious and able to assess risks with strong mechanical aptitude and solid mathematical skills.
• Desire to use hands and learn new machinery and tooling.
• Willingness to work on weekends when needed.

Education, Experience, And Training

• Training may be acquired on the job.
• Use of inspection tools (micrometer, caliper, microscope, shadowgraph, etc.).
• Equipment safety training.
• Basic computer skills required. Must be able to make computer transactions into the ERP system.

Compensation

Employee Type: Hourly
Currency: USD
Salary Minimum: 40,000
Salary Maximum: 65,000
Incentive: No
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.
AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 [phone].