Utility Operator

AMETEK; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK in Wallingford, Connecticut, is hiring a Utility Operator to operate and maintain rolling mills and furnaces, ensuring production requirements are met.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, be detail-oriented, and fluent in English. Responsibilities include operating production equipment, conducting quality checks, and packaging products. The role requires working weekends and provides compensation of $25/hour with an annual salary range of $55,000 to $60,000.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Detail-oriented with strong critical thinking and organizational skills.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays as scheduled.
• Ability to work overtime.
• Be a US Person (facility is ITAR regulated).

Responsibilities

• Operate a wide range of production equipment including rolling and grinding machinery.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure products meet standards.
• Handle packaging and shipment of materials, including necessary paperwork.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform multiple functions to meet production requirements.
• Provide training to other operators as required.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong critical thinking

Organizational skills

Basic computer functions

Fluently read/write English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Scissor lift

Front-end loader

Payloader

Job description

As an Utility operator, you will operate and maintain rolling mills and furnaces, complete reductions and compactions of powder, perform quality checks, handle packaging and shipment, and ensure production requirements are met through various tasks. This is a first‑shift position working Sundays from 6a‑6p and Mon‑Wed from 6a‑4p. The rate of pay for this role is $25/hour.

The Utility Operator Will

• Operate a wide range of production equipment including rolling, annealing, grinding, and other machinery.
• Interpret blueprints or mill cards to determine product specifications, including dimensions, tolerances, and tooling instructions.
• Execute all powder operations required for ESC parts production, which includes blending, reducing, grinding, and screening of powders.
• Utilize soak and batch furnaces as necessary to facilitate production processes.
• Conduct rolling, shearing, and saw cutting operations as part of the manufacturing process.
• Conduct quality checks using various measuring devices to ensure products meet both internal and customer standards.
• Handle packaging and shipment of materials, including necessary paperwork and record‑keeping.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform multiple functions on a daily basis to meet production requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed by ESC Supervisor.
• Complete all necessary documentation accurately.
• Provide training to other operators as required.
• Conduct safety checks and perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Operate NX line primarily on weekends.
• Fulfill other assigned duties as necessary.

The Utility Operator Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic computer functions for data entry purposes.
• Detail‑oriented with strong critical thinking and organizational skills.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays as scheduled.
• Ability to work overtime.
• Fluently read/write English without assistance.
• Be a US Person (facility is ITAR regulated).

Physical & Occupational Requirements

• Ability to repetitively walk, stand, bend, stoop, push/pull, lift, grasp/feel, see, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to work around metal powders and nickel.
• Ability to wear a respirator while conducting job duties.
• Ability to work around and on industrial equipment.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment (e.g., forklift, scissor lift, front‑end loader, payloader).
• Ability to ascend and descend steep stairs and ladders.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Ability to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, steel‑toed boots, and hearing protection.
• Ability to work in a production area with a usually moderate noise level. The area is not climate controlled.

Compensation

Employee Type: Hourly Currency: USD Salary Minimum: $55,000 Salary Maximum: $60,000 Incentive: No

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1‑866‑263‑8359.