Transition Operator

Atimaterials; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with match

Health insurance

Paid time off

Performance bonus

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

ATI Richland Operations is seeking a Materials Processing Technician in Richland, WA. This entry-level role supports production efficiency by processing and blending raw and scrap materials for furnace feeding.

You will operate industrial equipment, perform welding and fabrication, and maintain inventory in a fast-paced environment. The position requires a safety-conscious mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to learn welding, fabrication, and material-processing skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of experience in an industrial, production or manufacturing environment.
• Intermediate math and computer skills.
• Willingness to work rotating 12-hour schedule, including weekends, holidays and overtime.
• Safety-conscious and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Process, blend, and prepare raw and scrap materials per requirements.
• Operate forklifts and other industrial mobile equipment safely.
• Operate industrial and production equipment and machinery.
• Perform welding and basic fabrication for bars and fixtures.
• Use hand tools, power tools, welding equipment to complete tasks.
• Maintain inventory and store bulk materials accurately.
• Record production activities using computer systems.
• Follow safety, quality, and environmental procedures.
• Collaborate with Quality, Operations, and other departments to meet goals.
• Keep the work area clean, organized and safe.

Skills

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Reading instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Forklifts

Power tools

Job description

ATI Richland Operations is seeking a Materials Processing Technician to join our team in Richland, Washington. This is an entry-level opportunity with significant potential for growth and advancement.

The position works a rotating 12-hour shift on both days and nights. Candidates must be willing to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

About the Role

As a Materials Processing Technician, you will play an important role in supporting production efficiency and meeting manufacturing goals and customer expectations. You will process and blend raw and scrap materials to prepare specific product blends for melting.

This is a hands‑on manufacturing position requiring the safe and effective operation of industrial machinery, production equipment, mobile equipment, welding equipment, and hand tools. The role also involves fabricating and welding bars and fixtures used to contain and support material as it is prepared for and loaded into the furnace.

The ideal candidate is safety-conscious, quality-focused, dependable, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. You should enjoy hands‑on work, follow established procedures and instructions consistently, and have a strong attention to detail.

Primary Responsibilities

• Process, blend, and prepare raw and scrap materials according to established requirements.
• Operate forklifts and other industrial mobile equipment safely and efficiently.
• Operate industrial and production equipment and machinery.
• Perform welding and basic fabrication to build and maintain bars, fixtures, and other equipment used to prepare and transport material for furnace processing.
• Use hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and other equipment required to complete assigned tasks.
• Maintain accurate inventory and properly store bulk materials.
• Use computer-based systems to support daily operations and record production activities.
• Follow all safety, quality, operating, and environmental procedures.
• Work collaboratively with Quality, Operations, and other departments to meet production goals.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

What We’re Looking For

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• A strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established procedures consistently.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependability and willingness to take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
• Comfort performing physically active, hands‑on work.
• Willingness and ability to learn welding, fabrication, equipment operation, and material‑processing skills.
• Previous welding or fabrication experience is a plus, but not required for the right entry‑level candidate.
• Willingness to work a rotating 12‑hour schedule, including occasional weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Growth & Advancement

This is an entry-level position with opportunities to learn, develop technical and manufacturing skills, and advance within ATI. Employees who demonstrate strong performance, safety awareness, teamwork, and a commitment to continuous improvement can build a long‑term career within the organization.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D
• At least 1 year of experience in an industrial, production or manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Employees in this position must have intermediate math and computer skills
• Previous experience in the manufacturing/metals industry
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting
• Previous experience operating Industrial Mobile Equipment (IME)

We thrive when the expectations are great, and the barriers are high. We're solving the world's most difficult challenges through materials science.Our advanced, integrated process technologies and proven performers give us a tremendous competitive advantage. When customers systems need to fly higher, dig deeper, stand stronger, and last longer -- anywhere on, above or below the earth -- ATI is proven to perform.

ATI has a Total Rewards package to attract and retain top talent. As part of our Total Rewards package, we offer a competitive base pay with variable additional compensation opportunities. This includes:

• A top 401K plan, including company match
• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, short and long-term disability, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Programs
• 15 vacation days, along with 12 paid holidays
• Performance bonus
• Optional employee-paid programs such as Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, and Pet Insurance

Our Total Rewards program and options available to an employee may vary depending on multiple factors, including location and hire date.

Hourly pay ratesare based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Hourly pay rate: $20.00 / Hour - $29.61 / Hour

*It is ATI's policy to not provide immigration sponsorship for any of the company's positions.

Due to the nature of its operations, including certain federal government contracts, ATI Specialty Alloys & Components must track -- and in some cases limit employment opportunity based on -- citizenship or immigration status.

ATI and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected be federal or state law. The company will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if so requested.

Status

Full-time

Work Arrangement

Onsite

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