Surfacing Operator, 3rd Shift

SCHOTT AG; Southbridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

SCHOTT AG is seeking an operator for a manufacturing environment focused on cutting, grinding, polishing, and cleaning equipment. You will perform setups, start-ups, and adjustments, document labor records, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.

Ideal candidates have strong manual dexterity, English proficiency, teamwork, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. US Person status may be required and starting pay is hourly.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and results oriented.
• Ability to work in a team oriented environment.
• Knowledge of gauging and measuring equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates cutting, generating, grinding, polishing, and cleaning equipment per process specs.
• Performs in-process inspections and flags deviations to supervision.
• Updates labor sheets, routers, and process forms.
• Completes TPM on equipment and keeps records.
• Maintains housekeeping and safety practices.

Skills

English proficiency

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Self-motivated

Gauging equipment

Job description

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.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Worcester
Job Segment: Medical Device, Environmental Health & Safety, Equity, Healthcare, Automotive, Aviation, Finance