Shell Operator

Doncasters; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Doncasters is seeking a Shell Utility Operator to support the Shell Department on a rotating Friday-Sunday 5:00 PM–5:30 AM shift. You will prepare slurries, maintain equipment, perform material testing, and assist engineering with process documentation.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or technical school equivalent, 1–3 years in manufacturing, basic shop math, computer literacy, and strong attention to detail. This position starts at $21.43 per hour.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or technical school equivalent.
• Experience: 1–3 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Skills: Basic shop math skills, computer literacy, and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process & Material Prep: Prepare slurries per formulas and keep sand hoppers filled with appropriate materials.
• Testing & Quality: Perform shell tests, test incoming materials, log results, and maintain test logs.
• Equipment & Area Maintenance: Clean slurry tanks and fluidized beds, monitor slurry viscosity, and keep area tidy.
• Documentation: Fill out and submit consumption forms to Purchasing and record data in computer systems.
• Support & Cross-Training: Assist Engineering with core packing instructions and cross-train as needed.

Skills

Basic shop math

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma/technical school

Job description

Schedule: Friday - Sunday, 5:00 PM - 5:30 AM

Starting Rate: $21.43 / hour

Classification: Non-Exempt

Position Overview

The Shell Utility Operator works under general supervision to perform a variety of tasks in the Shell Department. This includes preparing slurry formulas, maintaining equipment, performing material testing, and assisting engineering teams with process documentation.

Key Responsibilities

Process & Material Prep: Prepare slurries according to formulas and keep sand hoppers filled with appropriate materials.

Testing & Quality: Perform routine daily/weekly shell tests, test incoming materials, submit results to Process Engineers, and maintain test logs.

Equipment & Area Maintenance: Clean slurry tanks and fluidized beds, monitor slurry viscosity, and keep the work area clean and organized.

Documentation: Fill out and submit consumption forms to Purchasing and record required data on computer systems.

Support & Cross-Training: Assist Engineering with written core packing instructions and remain willing to cross-train across other departments as needed.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or technical school equivalent.

Experience: 1 to 3 years in a manufacturing environment.

Skills: Basic shop math skills, computer literacy, and strong attention to detail.

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