Technician 1 - 2nd Shift (2:00pm - 10:30pm)

Oerlikon; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental & Vision

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off & holidays

Life insurance

Referral bonus

Job summary

Oerlikon is seeking a Technician for the 2nd shift (2:00pm - 10:30pm) at our Murfreesboro, TN facility to set up and monitor coating machines. You will load/unload chambers, adjust magnetic systems, and input process parameters.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• 2-4 years of HVAC, carpentry, automotive/industrial equipment repair, or construction preferred.
• Knowledge of cutting tools (e.g., drills).
• Experience with coating techniques, blasting, or plating strongly desired.
• Must be comfortable with lifting 30 lbs and have a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily changeover maintenance of pre/post treatment equipment.
• Optimize the daily use of production equipment.
• Follow standard procedures and interpret customer work instructions.
• Work with Quality Coordinator and Center Manager to identify and address quality concerns.
• Providing training and assistance to other employees on equipment operation and maintenance.
• Learn new skills and cross-train into various departments.
• Operating and maintaining coating equipment according to specifications.
• Minimizing equipment downtime through preventative maintenance procedures.
• Maintaining and updating equipment records.
• Assisting with quality assurance and other technical matters as required.
• Interact with customers and co-workers in a customer-friendly manner.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Detail oriented

Overtime willingness

Good communication

MS Office

Inventory knowledge

Lifting ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cutting tools

MS Office

Job description

• Establish product process sequence

We are looking for a Technician - 2nd Shift (2:00pm - 10:30pm) for our Murfreesboro, TN facility. In this role you will be responsible for the set up and monitoring of the Coating Machines. The Main responsibility is to prepare the coating system, load, unload the chamber, change the magnetic systems and input process parameters in the operator screen. This Individual will pre-treat a variety of customer products using standardized methods to prepare products for coating. Person will use analytical thinking and a high-degree of creativity to oversee and assemble chamber loads based on customer specifications. As part of his/her regular responsibilities, this person will make critical processing decisions, to initiate the coating process as well as be responsible for disassembling and reconfiguring the chamber for subsequent loads.

We Offer

Aside from a dynamic global culture and leading market position, we are proud to offer our employees development opportunities, competitive salary and a robust benefit program ALL available on first day of employment!

The perks and benefits of working at Oerlikon include the following:

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums, company sponsored HSA contributions and without cumbersome waiting periods to keep you going strong.
• Excellent Dental and Vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance, Financial and Wellness programs to help improve all aspects of your life journey.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match and financial planning and education options to help you achieve your retirement goals
• Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources to satisfy your love of learning so you can continue to grow with us!
• Generous paid time off to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
• 12 paid company holidays to occasionally extend your weekends or time off.
• 100% company paid life insurance and disability insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus program because why not to bring your friends to work everyday!

Your Responsibilities

• Perform daily changeover maintenance of pre/post treatment equipment
• Optimize the daily use of production equipment
• Follow standard procedures and interpret customer work instructions
• Work with Quality Coordinator and Center Manager to identify and address quality concerns
• Providing training and assistance to other employees on equipment operation and maintenance
• Learn new skills and Cross-train into various departments
• Operating and maintaining coating equipment according to specifications
• Minimizing equipment downtime through preventative maintenance procedures
• Learning fixturing and de fixturing techniques
• Maintaining and updating equipment records
• Assisting with quality assurance and other technical matters as required
• Performing other duties as required to assure customer satisfaction
• Interact with customers and co-workers in a customer-friendly manner
• Receive and inspect customer product for processing
• Establish product process sequence
• Inspect finished product
• Performing other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Management

Your Profile

• Commits to corporate core values, goals, mission and vision.
• High School graduate or GED or equivalent experience.
• 2-4 years of previous experience in HVAC, carpentry, automotive/industrial equipment repair, or construction preferred
• Knowledge of cutting tools (e.g., drills, etc.)
• Previous experience with coating techniques, blasting, or plating strongly desired
• Individual must have strong work ethic, be detail-oriented, and creative
• Must be comfortable working with hands and be able to lift 30lbs
• Must be proficient in ordering supplies via the internet.
• Experience with MS Office.
• Knowledge of industrial cutting tools (e.g. drills, etc.) preferred but not required.
• Individual must have strong work ethic, be high-energy, and detail oriented.
• Must be able to lift 30lbs.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• A positive attitude and willingness to work overtime when required.

Why Oerlikon

Technology and sustainable innovation are our business. Throughout our organization, each employee feels a connection to that mission and to our passion for engineering solutions the world needs today and tomorrow. As we embrace our role in building a better future, we celebrate the teams that have the power to bring that vision to life.

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About Us

Oerlikon is a global leader in surface technologies and advanced materials. With a unique portfolio spanning surface engineering, high-performance materials, coating equipment and components, we make products better by enhancing performance, efficiency and sustainability. Oerlikon serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, energy, medical, luxury, semiconductors and tooling. Headquartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland, Oerlikon operates in 38 countries with around 10,000 employees, achieving sales of CHF 1.6 billion in 2025.

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