B-Plate Operator - 2nd Shift

Materion Corporation • Lincoln, RI

2d • $20 - $28

About The Position

The B-Plate Operator assists the department in meeting production goals by setting up and operating the designated B-Plate Mill, maintaining quality standards, meeting daily production targets, and troubleshooting equipment as needed. The role involves handling coils, measuring material, interpreting process and production documentation, adjusting machine setups, inspecting products, coordinating with other departments, and entering data into SAP.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of previous manufacturing experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience performing multiple complex setups.
• Experience using micrometers and other precision measurement tools.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret reports, manuals, and technical procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Technical training is preferred but not required.
• Experience in a metals industrial setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Remove coils from skids, load coils onto the payoff, and measure material gauge and width using measuring devices.
• Set up the designated B-Plate Mill by interpreting process sheets, setting machine parameters, and applying lubrication.
• Adjust and correct machine setups to reduce thickness, reshape products, and eliminate defects.
• Examine, inspect, and measure raw materials and finished products to verify they meet specifications.
• Read production orders, blueprints, and mill schedules to determine setup specifications, work sequences, product dimensions, and installation procedures.
• Monitor, adjust, and regulate machine mechanism speeds using dial indicators.
• Collaborate with the Scheduling and Maintenance departments regarding production issues.
• Work collaboratively with an assigned helper when applicable.
• Enter data into the SAP software system.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED