Clean / Plating Production Operator I

Morgan Advanced Materials • Auburn, CA

1d • $22 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Morgan Advanced Materials is hiring a Cleaning & Plating Operator for its manufacturing team in Auburn, California. This hands-on production role involves carefully cleaning, handling, and plating precision ceramic components. The operator uses production equipment and follows work instructions and product specifications to produce quality components. The position works with production chemicals and materials, including solvents, acids, and nickel-plating solutions, and requires following safety procedures and wearing required PPE.

The role is an active manufacturing position. Employees regularly stand and walk throughout the shift and may bend, reach, stoop, kneel, push, pull, and perform repetitive hand and arm movements. The work also involves moving production materials and working around industrial chemicals. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week; overtime and holiday work may occasionally be required based on business needs.

Morgan Advanced Materials is a global advanced-materials company founded in 1856. Its Technical Ceramics business engineers functional and structural ceramic materials, components, and sub-assemblies for customer-specific technical challenges. The company emphasizes safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to follow written work instructions and product specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and manufacturing documentation.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good manual dexterity and eyesight for handling and inspecting precision parts.
• Basic computer skills.
• Dependable attendance and a strong commitment to safety and quality.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical, drug/alcohol testing, and criminal background investigation following an offer of employment.
• Must be a U.S. person as defined by 22 CFR 120.15 because the position requires access to information subject to ITAR, EAR, and NRC requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Previous manufacturing experience is preferred; candidates with 0–1 year of experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment according to work instructions and product specifications.
• Clean, prepare, and plate precision ceramic components.
• Inspect parts visually and by touch to ensure quality requirements are met.
• Complete production paperwork and computer-based production records accurately.
• Set up and shut down equipment and production areas.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance and report equipment issues.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Follow established safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment.
• Work with production chemicals and materials, including solvents, acids, and nickel-plating solutions.
• Participate in continuous-improvement activities, including Lean and workplace organization initiatives.
• Work cooperatively with team members, supervisors, Quality, and other departments.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning on the first day of regular full-time employment.
• 401(k).
• Vacation, holiday, and sick time.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Training and advancement opportunities.
• Eligibility for the applicable annual bonus plan for salaried employees.

What This Job Offers

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