Senior Machine Operator – Precision & Changeovers (1st Shift)

Swagelok; Strongsville (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

On-site health clinic

Wellness programs

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Swagelok is seeking a Level III Machine Operator in Northeast Ohio to join our precision manufacturing team. You will operate and changeover equipment, inspect parts with micrometers and calipers, and troubleshoot issues while upholding safety and quality.

You'll gain exposure to multiple machines in a clean, temperature-controlled environment and receive tools needed to succeed. Overtime may be required; strong mechanical aptitude is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 30 months of machining or manufacturing experience (or current qualification as a Swagelok Level II Machine Operator).
• Strong understanding of machining processes, tooling, and metal cutting equipment.
• Experience with machine setup, blueprint reading, and basic programming.
• Troubleshooting machining equipment and knowledge of tooling.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments and quality inspection tools.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to diagnose and resolve machining issues.

Responsibilities

• Follow production system (SPS) and participate in daily shift start-up meetings.
• Operate and changeover manufacturing equipment per standard work instructions.
• Inspect finished parts with precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, etc.).
• Monitor outputs, adjust tooling and machine settings to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Identify and resolve machining issues independently; perform preventive maintenance.
• Document production activities and maintain records.
• Suggest process improvements to enhance quality, safety, or efficiency.
• Train and mentor less experienced operators.

Skills

Machining

Blueprint reading

Programming basics

Troubleshooting

Quality inspection

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Communication

Overtime flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Gages and inspection tools

Job description

Swagelok is seeking a Level III Machine Operator in Northeast Ohio to join our precision manufacturing team. You will operate and changeover equipment, inspect parts with micrometers and calipers, and troubleshoot issues while upholding safety and quality.

You'll gain exposure to multiple machines in a clean, temperature-controlled environment and receive tools needed to succeed. Overtime may be required; strong mechanical aptitude is essential.