Machine Operator - Shift A

Centrotherm Eco Systems, LLC.•Town of Waterford, NY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Centrotherm is a growing HVAC manufacturer and part of the global Centrotec Industries, committed to sustainability and innovation in building solutions. With a mission to “Never Compromise the Future,” we take a circular approach to developing smarter, greener products for the plumbing, heating, and construction industries. Our North American team is building momentum—launching new products, expanding into new markets, and creating opportunities for growth. If you're looking to be part of a company that’s shaping the future of HVAC with sustainable, intelligent solutions, Centrotherm is the place to grow your career. The individual will join our Centrotherm Manufacturing Team reporting to our shift supervisor. The ideal candidate is responsible for fabricating components of our InnoFlue line of polypropylene vent system components. In this role, the candidate will be operating our extrusion lines and working closely with the extrusion team. This position is on our first shift, 7:00 am to 7:30 pm Monday – Wednesday / 7:00 am to 7:30 pm Monday -Thursday rotating between.

Requirements

Commitment to workplace safety
A high school degree is required. An associate’s degree is preferred
2-5 years of one of the following skills are strongly preferred: Operation of extrusion equipment Operation of blow molding, thermal forming, injection molding, or extrusion equipment Plastic or metal welding and fabrication certification
Candidates with operator experience outside of plastics will be considered
Training will be provided
Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Excel & Word is required
Customer Focus - achieving Company, department, and personal goals through a strong customer focus.
Must have attention to detail for continuous mental and visual attention
Must be a good communicator and self-motivated. Must be able to follow verbal and written communications/directions
Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms and talk or hear
Regularly lift and/or move objects 10-50lbs occasionally lift and/or move objects that weigh more than 100 lbs.
Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Occasionally required to sit and climb or balance
Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus.

Nice To Haves

A forklift license is a plus

Responsibilities

Execute daily handoffs to the day shift by communicating production rates and operational status
Lead 2nd shift team utilizing the UCG quality principles including an emphasis on continuous improvement
Distribute and monitor work orders to team members
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment following the principles of 5S
Safely operate production equipment/build product per work instructions
Impart quality into every part through attention to detail and execution of in-process control plan
Complete daily/weekly preventative maintenance of assigned equipment
Ensure efficient use of time and equipment, ensuring that the appropriate records are maintained and that tight inventory control and security are maintained
Ensure that manufacturing transactions are accurately entered into our MRP System
Assist in continuous improvement
Perform other duties, projects, and assignments as needed