Machine Operator - Conditioning- 1st shift

Materion Corporation • Newton, MA

126d

About The Position

At Materion, everyone is included, respected and offered opportunity to grow. Join us! The Machine Operator is responsible for following standard operating procedures in the operation of power tools and production equipment to manufacture plate, sheet, and tubing products. The operator will improve surface condition of rolled products by sanding and/or grinding. Sets up and operates shears and leveling machines used in the production of tantalum and niobium products.

Requirements

• High School or Vocational School Diploma and/or GED required
• 0-2 years of experience related production experience in a manufacturing environment
• Basic math skills are required to perform necessary job functions
• An understanding of basic measuring equipment (micrometers, calipers)
• Good communication skills including the ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with some machining experience is a plus
• Must be capable of obtaining a fork truck license and/or overhead crane license and must obtain a lockout/tagout certification
• The selection of the person to be hired for this position is contingent on the candidate having export compliance eligibility for access to U.S. controlled technology

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with some machining experience

Responsibilities

• Sands or grinds rolled materials to remove surface imperfections and meet product specifications including but not limited to Class 1 requirements
• Sets up and operates leveling equipment
• Sets up and operates shears to ensure final product meets the required dimensional specs
• Sets up and operates cleaning equipment for all intermediate and finish products
• Follows good safety practices, complies with PPE requirements and follows environmental policies
• Must be able to understand specifications and use measuring instruments with assistance
• Requires ability to recognize problems and seek assistance to resolve
• Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor
• Maintains work area in a clean and orderly way and follows 5S standard work practices

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunity employer
• Policy to not unlawfully discriminate against applicants or employees
• Support for veterans and promotion of hiring veterans in the workplace

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees