Screening Operator

Oerlikon; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

HSA contributions

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Oerlikon in Plymouth, MI is seeking a Screen Operator (6am - 6:30pm) to blend, mix, screen and package powder products, ensuring safety and quality in daily operations.

You will follow work instructions, select appropriate screening equipment, maintain production records, and collaborate with health, safety and production teams to meet performance goals.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or vocational technical training; experience may substitute.
• Proficient in Mathematics (decimals, fractions, percentages, weighted averages, etc.)
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office
• Strong customer focus - internal and external.

Responsibilities

• Blend, mix, screen, and pack powder products.
• Understand work instructions and product specifications.
• Select proper screening equipment to maximize yield.
• Comply with all HSE and Quality procedures and policies -- corporate and regulatory.
• Investigate and resolve problems affecting HSE, Quality, and Production when required.
• Maintain proper inventory of materials, supplies, and consumables.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance within scope of responsibility and skills.
• Maintain and process all production records in a timely manner.
• Continually improve procedures and equipment for safety, quality, lean behaviors, and productivity.
• Serve as a resource for leads and team members driving improvement activities.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Mathematics proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer focus

Education

High School diploma or vocational technical training

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are looking for a Screening Operator (6am - 6:30pm) for our Plymouth, MI facility. In this role you will be responsible for the safe and efficient blending, mixing, screening, and packaging of powder products on a daily basis. This role is expected to meet or exceed all health, safety, environmental (HSE), quality, delivery, and productivity goals within the assigned area.

The Screening Operator coordinates and processes work orders in a timely manner, maintains accurate and detailed production records, and proactively identifies, communicates, and resolves issues related to safety, quality, maintenance, and production planning in collaboration with key stakeholders. This position also supports innovation and continuous improvement initiatives to advance world-class processes and product quality.

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:

• 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.
• 100% company paid life insurance and disability insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus program because why not to bring your friends to work every day!

Your Responsibilities

• Blend, mix, screen, and pack powder products.
• Understand work instructions and product specifications.
• Select proper screening equipment to maximize yield.
• Comply with all HSE and Quality procedures and policies -- corporate and regulatory.
• Investigate and resolve problems affecting HSE, Quality, and Production when required.
• Maintain proper inventory of materials, supplies, and consumables.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance within scope of responsibility and skills.
• Maintain and process all production records in a timely manner.
• Continually improve procedures and equipment for safety, quality, lean behaviors, and productivity.
• Serve as a resource for leads and team members driving improvement activities.
• Perform other duties as required.

Your Profile

• High School diploma or vocational technical training; experience may substitute.
• Proficient in Mathematics (decimals, fractions, percentages, weighted averages, etc.)
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office
• Strong customer focus - internal and external.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to safely operate cranes, forklift and/or powered industrial vehicles preferred.
• Ability to work a 12-hour shift.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, bending, and repetitive movement.
• Ability to repeatedly lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb multiple flights of stairs throughout the shift.
• Comfortability working in an occasionally noisy and dusty environment.

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 approximately 9,500 employees, achieving sales of CHF 1.6 billion in 2024.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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Agencies

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