Surfacing Operator, 1st Shift

Schott North America; Southbridge (MA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 37,884; Full time

Job summary

Schott North America in Southbridge, Massachusetts is seeking candidates to operate cutting and cleaning equipment. Responsibilities include performing visual and mechanical inspections, completing labor sheets, and maintaining safety protocols.

The ideal candidate will possess effective communication skills and be self-motivated. Hourly pay ranges from $19.00 to $27.50 based on experience and qualifications. A unique corporate culture emphasizing equity and inclusion awaits you at Schott.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Knowledge of gauging and measuring equipment preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Self‑motivated and results oriented.
• Ability to work in a team oriented environment.
• Good manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
• US Person status may be required.

Responsibilities

• Operates a variety of cutting, grinding, polishing, and cleaning equipment.
• Performs in‑process visual and mechanical inspections; initiates corrective action.
• Completes labor sheets, routers, log sheets, and process forms.
• Maintains daily records, including labor sheets and routers.
• Responsible for observing and following all Environmental, Health and Safety rules.

Job description

About us

Our Business Unit Lighting and Imaging offers smart solutions for light delivery and image transmission in demanding environments - from medical devices, industrial, and safety applications to aviation and automotive. With manufacturing sites in Europe and North America, and supported by SCHOTT's global sales network, we are a leading supplier of high-quality fiber optic and LED components.

Your Contribution

• Operates a variety of cutting, generating grinding polishing, cleaning equipment and performs related job functions.
• Operates one or more cutting, generating, grinding, polishing or cleaning equipment according to written process specifications, as well as to production standards.
• Performs in‑process visual and mechanical inspections; initiates corrective action or informs Group Leader or Supervisor of deviations from standards.
• Performs TPM on required equipment, updates sheets as necessary.
• Performs setups, start ups/shut downs and makes adjustments to machines.
• Completes labor sheets, routers, log sheets, process forms and similar reports and forms.
• Assists in the training of less qualified operators.
• Maintains housekeeping practices per departmental 5S program.
• Able to meet utilization targets and standard times.
• Accurately enters Database/SAP transactions in the computer.
• Maintains daily records, including labor sheets and routers.
• Responsible for observing and following all Environmental, Health and Safety rules and procedures.

Your Profile

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Knowledge of gauging and measuring equipment preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Self‑motivated and results oriented.
• Ability to work in a team oriented environment.
• Good manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
• Due to the nature of work performed at this facility, US Person status may be required.

Hourly Pay Ranges

Level C ($19.00‑$21.50); Level B ($22.00‑$24.50); Level A ($25.00‑$27.50). Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.

Your Benefits

At SCHOTT, you can expect a unique corporate culture where we emphasize equity, diversity, and inclusion. We know: motivated and committed employees are the precondition for the success of our company.

Contact

Do you want to be successful with us? Then, please send us your application.