SM Machine Operator II

Chemring Group; Chester (Delaware County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Alloy Surfaces Company (ASC) in the United States seeks a Special Material (SM) Operator II to run coating, furnace, and recoil operations, ensuring safety, quality, and traceability in a fast-paced environment.

You will follow SOPs, operate equipment, and collaborate with technicians and supervisors to maintain specifications and quality control across materials. A high school diploma and manufacturing experience are required, with security clearance eligibility preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Associate degree in Industrial Technology, Manufacturing, Operations, Engineering, Business or related field preferred.
• Minimum of three years of manufacturing experience, preferably in aerospace/defense.
• Eligible to obtain and/or maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Read, understand and follow SOPs, training, and work instructions.
• Follow safety requirements for material handling and waste disposal.
• Operate coating, furnace, and recoil machines to meet specifications.
• Collaborate with area supervisor to ensure equipment setup is correct.
• Label material produced accurately for traceability.
• Inspects equipment and maintains set points within tolerance.
• Learn segregation of material to prevent cross-contamination.
• Contribute to housekeeping and safe operations.

Skills

Effective listening

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Team player

Self-starter

Attention to detail

Time management

Blueprint reading

Schematic interpretation

Microsoft Office

Manufacturing reporting systems

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate degree in Industrial Technology, Manufacturing, Operations, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred

Tools

Micrometers

Weighing scales

Job description

Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Special Material (SM) Operator II for Alloy Surfaces Company (ASC) is responsible for operating production equipment including coating, furnace, and recoil special material, to support safe and efficient manufacturing operations, while meeting production and quality standards in a fast-paced, low volume, work environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must be able to read, understand and follow instructions in standard operating procedure (SOP), and all associated training and work instructions
• Must be able to follow safety requirements (PPE) associated with material handling, equipment operations, and waste disposal
• Must be able to understand and perform all duties required or assigned for special material coating
• Collaborate with area supervisor to make sure coating machine is set up correctly
• Must be able to operate coating machine to produce material that meet specifications
• Must be able to utilize measurement devices such as weighing scales and micrometers
• Must be able to label material produced accurately for traceability
• Collaborate with Process integrity technicians to ensure furnace equipment is set up correctly
• Must be able to inspect furnace equipment for alignment, all associated fittings and accessories before operating equipment
• Must ensure furnace equipment maintains all set points within the appropriate tolerance while operating equipment
• Collaborate with area supervisor to make sure recoil machine is set up correctly
• Must be able to operate recoil machine to produce special material coils
• Must be able to learn and understand how to segregate material into product types to prevent cross contamination
• Must be willing to participate in good housekeeping throughout front-end manufacturing areas and other assigned areas

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures, including but not limited to the Code of Conduct, U.S. Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, and the Chemring Operational Framework
• Ensure the Group ethos of all employees going home safely at the end of their working day is adhered to
• Promote a high standard of ethical behavior and adherence to the Group’s core values, and promote a culture of honesty and integrity across ASC
• Comply with government and corporate laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Special projects and additional duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• N/A

Requirements

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Associate degree in Industrial Technology, Manufacturing, Operations, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of three years of manufacturing experience, preferably within the aerospace or defense industry

ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be eligible to obtain and/or maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance commensurate with the level of facility clearance
• Technical knowledge and ability to interpret blueprints, drawings and read schematics for complex builds
• Effective listening, communication (verbal and written), and organizational skills
• Team player who works productively with a wide range of people
• Motivated self-starter, comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with small components
• Ability to perform assembly operations and inspect assemblies using a microscope
• Ability to manage time effectively and adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Ability to function under stress and interact cordially with co-workers to accomplish common tasks
• Ability to help develop manufacturing work instructions
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and manufacturing reporting systems

PHYSICAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving objects, weighing up to 29 pounds occasionally and/or a negligible amount of weight frequently. Involves standing and walking most of the time but may involve sitting for brief periods of time. Use of computer.

Ability to distinguish colors. Manual dexterity in hands for tool usage and handling small components on regular basis. Ability to climb and balance.

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential job functions of this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Employees will be expected to perform other job functions and duties as may be needed and/or required.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Alloy Surfaces Company (ASC) is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

The “Know Your Rights” Poster is available here: EEO Know Your Rights

ASC EEO Policy Statement is available here: EEO Policy Statement

ASC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.