Screening Operator (6a-6:30p)

Oerlikon; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental & Vision coverage

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Company holidays & floaters

Life & disability insurance

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Oerlikon is seeking a Screening Operator for its Troy, MI facility to operate finishing process equipment, including screening, packaging, remelt/warehouse, and cladding. The role ensures homogeneous in-process material and finished product quality while meeting safety, quality, and production targets.

The position offers extensive benefits, a dynamic global culture, and opportunities for development. The candidate will join a team focused on continual improvement and cross-department

Qualifications

• Proficient in Mathematics (Decimals, Fractions, Percentages, Weighted Averages)
• Strong customer focus - internal and external
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office

Responsibilities

• Under direction of Team Lead/Supervisor, sets up the screen, including installation of specified screen as well as placement of appropriately labeled and color-coded hoppers for collection of the screened material.
• Cleans screening equipment between alloys to remove residual powder.
• Submits samples of in-process and finished product to the Quality Control laboratory for testing, identifying product with proper heat or lot number.
• Meets or exceeds all safety, environmental, and health goals for department.
• Meets or exceeds quality goals for production orders.
• Meets or exceeds productivity targets.
• Contributes to continual improvement activities.
• Notifies lead or supervisor about any problems.
• Assisting in other Finishing departments (i.e. Canning, Remelt, Cladding, Blends)
• Performs other duties as required

Skills

Mathematics

Customer focus

Organizational skills

Communication

Windows & Office

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

Requisition ID104693-Posted10/05/2026-Production/Facility Management

We are looking for a Screening Operator for our Troy facility. In this role you will set up and operate all equipment for the Finishing Process including Screening, Packaging, Remelt/Warehouse and Cladding. The Screening Operator is responsible for homogeneity of in-process material and finished products. Is responsible for meeting or exceeding safety, quality, and production targets.

We offer:

Aside from a dynamic global culture and leading market position, we are proud to offer our employees developmentopportunities, 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.
• 10 observed company holidays and 2 floaters, 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 everyday!

Your Responsibilities:

• Under direction of Team Lead/Supervisor, sets up the screen, including installation of specified screen as well as placement of appropriately labeled and color-coded hoppers for collection of the screened material.
• Cleans screening equipment between alloys to remove residual powder.
• Submits samples of in-process and finished product to the Quality Control laboratory for testing, identifying product with proper heat or lot number.
• Meets or exceeds all safety, environmental, and health goals for department.
• Meets or exceeds quality goals for production orders.
• Meets or exceeds productivity targets.
• Contributes to continual improvement activities.
• Notifies lead or supervisor about any problems.
• Assisting in other Finishing departments (i.e. Canning, Remelt, Cladding, Blends)
• Performs other duties as required

Your Profile:

• Proficient in Mathematics (Decimals, Fractions, Percentages, Weighted Averages)
• Strong customer focus - internal and external.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office

Why Oerlikon:

Team Spirit is one of our core values. Collaborating across borders, languages and cultures is key to us delivering results. Supporting our peoples growth and development is a top priority. We believe in the creative power of a team that draws strength from welcoming a broad expanse of knowledge, experience and perspectives.

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. Headquartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland, Oerlikon operates in 38 countries with approximately 9,500 employees, achieving sales of CHF 1.6 billion in 2024.

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