Machine Operator II

Entegris•Bedford, MA

About The Position

The Machine Operator II operates assembly equipment and second-operation machines to manufacture membrane products. Tasks include greenforming, sintering, laser cutting, wet-saw cutting, inspecting, trimming, testing, fixturing, assembling, and packaging. The operator follows work orders and process records, verifies product quality against specifications, documents production and inspection data, and makes equipment adjustments as needed. The role also supports continuous improvement, inventory activities, and production goals while maintaining a clean and safe work area and following safety procedures. The position is based in a manufacturing environment and may involve clean-room work, including wearing a bunny suit for extended periods. The work includes exposure to moving mechanical parts, potential electrical shock, moderate to high noise levels, metal powders, isopropyl alcohol, and DI water. Safety glasses, nitrile gloves, and other protective garments may be required. The stated first-shift schedule is 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Employees need to be flexible with work hours and may be required to work overtime or additional hours based on departmental needs. The position pays $23–$25 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to read and understand documented processes and procedures.
Good attention to detail and ability to perform basic math computations and computer data entry.
Ability to use measuring devices and hand tools.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb a ladder up to 4 feet, and walk and stand throughout the shift.
Ability to repeatedly pinch and grasp hand tools, twist, bend, reach upward, and handle materials used in manufacturing.
Ability to stand for long periods, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, move throughout the department or facility, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Ability to regularly lift or move up to 30 pounds.
Specific vision abilities, including close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Flexibility with work hours; overtime or additional hours may be required based on departmental needs.

Nice To Haves

One year of manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

Operate assembly equipment and second-operation machines for manufacturing membrane products.
Perform greenforming, sintering, laser cutting, wet-saw cutting, inspection, trimming, testing, fixturing, assembly, and packaging tasks.
Visually verify products, take corrective action when necessary, and escalate quality issues as appropriate.
Ensure products meet established specifications and applicable quality-system, ISO, and other standards.
Package products according to packaging specifications.
Perform product-line operations according to work orders and process-record instructions.
Complete required production paperwork thoroughly and on time, including production reports, labels, component sheets, rework sheets, SAP transactions, and hour-by-hour sheets.
Follow documented steps for identifying, measuring, and processing raw metal powders into targeted product forms.
Operate computer-driven vacuum furnaces to process green forms, then inspect, measure, and document metal membrane products.
Perform cutting, cleaning, final inspection, labeling, and packaging.
Enter inspection data and batch details into SAP.
Set up and adjust equipment according to work-instruction specifications; verify equipment performance and make necessary adjustments.
Meet the required takt rate for each product type.
Use continuous-improvement tools to eliminate non-value-added activities and participate in activities such as 6S and Kaizen events.
Assist with inventory and cycle counts.
Prioritize work according to lead or supervisor direction and may provide direction to lower-level operators.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area; wear required personal protective equipment and follow approved safety procedures.
Immediately communicate potential hazards to a supervisor.
Complete other duties and miscellaneous tasks in support of the organization and production goals.