Specialty Graphite Operator I

Pyrotek; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,243 - 30,996; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in high temperature materials is looking for a Specialty Graphite Operator in New York City. This full-time role involves operating production equipment, transporting materials, and performing inspection tasks. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, technical skills in tool usage, and the ability to lift up to 65 pounds. The hourly pay range is $19.05 – $22.50 with benefits, and responsibilities require effective communication and safety compliance in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Candidate must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 65 pounds occasionally.
• Must effectively communicate in English and use a personal computer.
• Exposure to industrial manufacturing environment with moderate background noise and airborne graphite dust.

Responsibilities

• Safely use hoist and cranes to move materials.
• Perform routine tasks such as cleaning and loading materials.
• Assist higher-level operators with various manufacturing tasks.

Skills

Ability to read and comprehend work instructions

Ability to use calipers

Forklift certification

Ability to use hand and power tools

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Saws and cutting equipment

Forklift

Floor sweeper and scrubber

Job description

This position is within the Mining And Metals Industry

Job Summary

Who is Pyrotek? Pyrotek is the most successful global industrial company you’ve never heard of (until now). Pyrotek is a global leader in high temperature materials and our products impact virtually everyone in the developed world. Our global team has worked for decades to deliver new technologies, advanced engineered systems and innovative materials to customers in industries all over the world. Join our team and create, improve and innovate the everyday!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The role of the specialty graphite operator is to perform a variety of tasks including, but not limited to, transporting materials, loading/unloading of materials using various production equipment, cleaning, cutting, and/or boxing of carbon/graphite media products. Assist with and become cross‑trained on tasks assigned to higher‑level Specialty Graphite Operators, with the goal of progressing to a higher‑level Specialty Graphite Operator.

This role is working a rotating, 12‑hour shift. 7am‑7pm, and 7pm‑7am

Shift differential is offered at 7%

What you’ll be doing:

• Safely and efficiently use hoist, slings, cranes, and forklifts to move raw materials and finished goods throughout the facility.
• Efficiently and effectively perform routine tasks such as cleaning, cutting, boxing/crating stock, and loading/unloading of materials using various production equipment.
• Operate a variety of equipment, including but not limited to, saws/cutting equipment, hand and battery‑operated tools, material crushing equipment, hydraulic press and pneumatic press, customer supplied/owned equipment, floor sweeper and floor scrubber, and part cleaning machines.
• Perform general cleaning duties (e.g., manual sweeping, vacuuming, floor sweeper/scrubber) throughout the plant.
• Accurately complete all inspection and inventory forms as required, utilizing measuring devices such tape measures and micrometers; tape measures are both metric and standard.
• Accurately label raw, work‑in‑process (WIP), and finished goods materials used in the department.
• As assigned by the department supervisor, assist higher‑level Specialty Graphite Operators with various manufacturing tasks, including making mixes, moving materials and products, data recording, etc.

Qualifications

What we are looking for:

High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED), required.

Technical Skills. Ability to read, comprehend, and follow work instructions. Ability to safely and effectively use a variety of hand and power tools. Ability to use calipers. Ability to read a tape measure, both metric and standard. Ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification.

Physical/Sensory Requirements

Must be able to stand for long periods of time, bend, reach, walk, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel. Ability to lift up to 65 pounds occasionally and up to 25 pounds frequently. Must be able to communicate effectively in English by telephone, in person and in writing and effectively use a personal computer. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the essential responsibilities of this position, Team Member generally will work in an industrial manufacturing environment, where moderate background noise, presence of natural and artificial light, exposure to work temperatures from ambient to controlled, hard walking surfaces for standing and walking, and moderate amounts of airborne graphite dust, are present. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to goggles, respirators and safety footwear may be required.

For full job description, please see attached below.

The minimum and maximum hourly range for this full‑time position is $19.05 – $22.50 + benefits.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including but not limited to job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training. Please note that the compensation details listed in this posted role reflect the base salary only and do not include bonus or benefits.

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Pyrotek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non‑merit based factors.