Tooling Operator

Bekaert; Orrville (OH); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Bekaert in Orrville, Ohio is seeking a dedicated Production Operator to maintain efficiency across our manufacturing lines. You will start up and shut down machinery, adjust settings, and monitor performance to meet quality and safety standards.

The role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, the ability to work in a team, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Previous mechanical experience is a plus; we value reliability, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with mechanical engineering is preferred but not required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain production efficiency across manufacturing operations.
• Start up and shut down machinery following procedures.
• Regularly inspect equipment to ensure proper function and basic maintenance.
• Modify machine settings to accommodate different products or processes.
• Collaborate with team members to resolve issues.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Skills

Production operations

Equipment startup/shutdown

Equipment inspection

Settings adjustment

Team collaboration

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

As the world and the way people live is changing, we at Bekaert believe it’s our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year old heritage of excellence, innovation, and a future-focused mindset, we strive to create value for our customers and society. We aim to do this through innovative solutions and sustainable practices. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of steel wire transformation and coatings whilst also leveraging our expertise to develop innovative solutions with new materials and services in a safe, smart, and sustainable way. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.

As a dynamic and growing company with over 19 000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and € 3,7 billion in combined revenue in 2025, we are looking for someone like you to join our team as we continue to shape a safer, more efficient, and connected world!

Purpose and Mission

• Responsible for maintaining the efficiency of production operations
• Starting and Stopping Equipment: Following procedures to start up and shut down machinery as needed.
• Inspecting Equipment: Regularly inspecting machinery to ensure it is functioning correctly and performing basic maintenance.
• Adjusting Settings: Modifying machine settings to accommodate different products or processes.
• Collaborating: Working with other team members to resolve issues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a team
• Experience with mechanical engineering is preferred but not required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Key Activities and Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining the efficiency of production operations
• Starting and Stopping Equipment: Following procedures to start up and shut down machinery as needed.
• Inspecting Equipment: Regularly inspecting machinery to ensure it is functioning correctly and performing basic maintenance.
• Adjusting Settings: Modifying machine settings to accommodate different products or processes.
• Collaborating: Working with other team members to resolve issues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a team
• Experience with mechanical engineering is preferred but not required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Skills

• Responsible for maintaining the efficiency of production operations
• Starting and Stopping Equipment: Following procedures to start up and shut down machinery as needed.
• Inspecting Equipment: Regularly inspecting machinery to ensure it is functioning correctly and performing basic maintenance.
• Adjusting Settings: Modifying machine settings to accommodate different products or processes.
• Collaborating: Working with other team members to resolve issues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a team
• Experience with mechanical engineering is preferred but not required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Previous Experience

• Responsible for maintaining the efficiency of production operations
• Starting and Stopping Equipment: Following procedures to start up and shut down machinery as needed.
• Inspecting Equipment: Regularly inspecting machinery to ensure it is functioning correctly and performing basic maintenance.
• Adjusting Settings: Modifying machine settings to accommodate different products or processes.
• Collaborating: Working with other team members to resolve issues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a team
• Experience with mechanical engineering is preferred but not required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications and Education

• Responsible for maintaining the efficiency of production operations
• Starting and Stopping Equipment: Following procedures to start up and shut down machinery as needed.
• Inspecting Equipment: Regularly inspecting machinery to ensure it is functioning correctly and performing basic maintenance.
• Adjusting Settings: Modifying machine settings to accommodate different products or processes.
• Collaborating: Working with other team members to resolve issues.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a team
• Experience with mechanical engineering is preferred but not required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Be bold and take the leap!

We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team!
At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.