Auxiliary Operator - Level 2

Swagelok•Highland, CA

About The Position

Auxiliary Operators enhance products and make minor alterations. At Level 2, the associate has demonstrated proficiency working with limited assistance while meeting performance objectives for standard work processes. The associate recognizes routine problems and makes appropriate adjustments to keep processes running. The role includes performing basic, moderate, and complex auxiliary operations; using controls, tooling, holders, and fixtures; carrying out bench operations and setups; and setting up and operating routine parts on standard equipment. Associates follow quality and product-segregation requirements, understand product visual requirements and departmental process flow, support lean efforts, comply with Swagelok procedures, and demonstrate the skills in the master training plan within its minimum time requirements. The position works the 24/7 night shift, 6:00 p.m. to 6:15 a.m. The stated pay range is $16.70–$23.45 per hour, with potential overtime compensation and a 30% shift differential when working an off-shift. Starting pay depends on skills, experience, and additional role qualifications. The job requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 12 months of experience, excluding time at the Learner level, before eligibility for advancement to Independent Auxiliary Operator. The work involves regular lifting of kegs and boxes weighing 25–35 pounds and occasional lifting of 35–50 pounds, as well as considerable standing, stooping, and bending. Swagelok describes comprehensive training and opportunities for career development and advancement.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 12 months of experience, excluding time spent at the Learner level, before eligibility for advancement to Independent Auxiliary Operator.
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions and meet qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance.
Ability to regularly lift kegs and boxes weighing 25–35 pounds and occasionally lift 35–50 pounds.
Ability to perform work involving considerable standing, stooping, and bending.
Ability to follow quality guidelines, product-segregation procedures, applicable company procedures, and documented processes.

Nice To Haves

Good mechanical skills aptitude.

Responsibilities

Perform basic, moderate, and complex auxiliary operations using skills introduced at Level 1.
Use the necessary controls, tooling, holders, and fixtures to complete assigned tasks with minimal trainer assistance.
Perform multiple bench operations and setups according to documentation.
Set up and operate routine parts on standard equipment with little assistance.
Follow quality guidelines and product-segregation procedures.
Understand and apply visual requirements for products being manufactured.
Understand process improvement and product flow within the department.
Understand and support lean efforts, including 5S visual display and metrics on the Primary Visual Display Board.
Recognize and comply with applicable Swagelok procedures.
Demonstrate the skills listed in the master training plan within the minimum time requirements.
Meet due dates for responsible processes, notify a supervisor when problems arise, and make an effort to meet customer needs.
Take responsibility for personal performance and reliably complete work with little follow-up.
Remain willing to work in other departments or sites and learn other jobs.
Work collaboratively, seek and use others’ input, and help teammates.
Communicate information to the next shift or others in the company, participate in meetings, and ask questions when information is unclear.
Demonstrate desired behaviors, make appropriate decisions to complete work, and support Swagelok business goals.
Maintain regular, punctual attendance and meet applicable productivity standards.
Safely perform the essential job functions, including required lifting, standing, stooping, and bending.