Weekend Shift Machine Operator

AMETEK, Inc.; Southington (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK, Inc. in Southington, CT, is seeking a Machine Operator to assemble a variety of components and subassemblies for quality products. Training on first shift will precede transition to a fixed weekend schedule.

Eligible candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, at least 6 months in manufacturing, and the ability to follow instructions with basic math and measurement skills. This role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED.
• At least 6 months’ work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to remain productive under indirect supervision and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Basic mathematical aptitude required.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic machining operations using assigned machine tools.
• Inspect parts using basic measuring tools and obtain first piece inspection approval.
• Maintain records and reports; ensure clean, safe work area and adherence to safety procedures.
• Read and follow blueprints, diagrams, specs, and bills of materials to assemble products.
• Perform quality checks to ensure products meet standards.
• Identify defects and document them appropriately.

Skills

Read blueprints

Quality inspection

Mathematical aptitude

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Inspection equipment

Job description

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Location: Southington, CT, US, 06489

Business Unit: Advanced Medical Components

Posting Date: Aug 8, 2026

Job Description: As a Machine Operator you will be responsible for the assembly of a wide variety of assemblies and subassemblies to produce a quality product for our customer.

Shift : This position works a fixed weekend schedule of Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM.

Training Schedule: Training will be conducted on 1st Shift (Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM) for approximately 2-4 weeks. Upon successful completion of training, employees will transition to the regular weekend night shift (Friday-Sunday, 7:00 PM-7:00 AM).

Essential responsibilities include the following:

• Perform basic machining operations using assigned machine tools
• Inspect parts using basic measuring tools. Inform lead person of out of tolerance situations. Obtain first piece inspection approval before proceeding. Conduct periodic inspection of parts.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports as required. Maintain established quality standards. Ensure work area and equipment are maintained in a clean, safe and orderly condition, that prescribed safety measures are followed, and established company policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Observe all safety rules and regulations including wearing and maintaining personal protective equipment.
• Operates equipment in a safe manner. Participate as a member of work teams.
• Assist in measuring team performance for safety, quality, cost and to continually improve these measures.
• Read, follow basic blueprints, diagrams, specifications, bills of materials, and/or procedures to accurately assemble products.
• Perform microscope inspection on assembled parts.
• Maintain inventory of product in workstations.
• Perform quality work checks to ensure the product meets quality standards.
• Identify product defects and complete appropriate documentation when defects are identified.
• Perform all work in accordance with quality standards and established safety procedures.
• Attends required training programs. Performs 5s activities.
• Assist in the training of other associates in procedures and use of equipment.
• Ability to read, use various inspection equipment, precision tools, understand and apply basic inspection and sound measurement practices.
• Other duties may be assigned

Education and/or Experience:

• HS Graduate of Equivalent i.e. GED
• At least 6 months’ work experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to remain productive under indirect supervision and follow verbal and written instructions and techniques
• Basic mathematical aptitude required

Compensation

Employee Type: Hourly

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 40,000

Salary Maximum: 60,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer:Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000colleagues, in 35countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK isacomponent of the S&P 500.

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 [phone].