Process Operator I - 1st Shift (6:30 AM - 3:00 PM)
About The Position
For 140 years, A.W. Chesterton has been an innovator and a knowledge provider for our industrial partners around the globe. From our ground-breaking split seal technologies, to our cutting-edge packing and lubricant solutions, we are continually focused on new ways to bring solutions to our customers, while also celebrating our own rich history and our unique place in the sealing industry. The lifeblood of our organization are our frontline manufacturing professionals! Whether you are running a machine, assembling product, material prepping, or inspecting finished work, our manufacturing workers collaborate to create and build the world-class products that our customers have come to rely on. In addition to a work environment that promotes learning and promote-from-within opportunities, we understand what matters to our production workers: competitive, market-drive pay, outstanding benefits, and a stable and dependable job place supported by over 140 years of being in business. Whether you have just started to explore manufacturing as a career, or are looking for a place to call home in your next role, Chesterton wants you for our manufacturing team! At Chesterton, we have a laser focus on our customers. The Process Operator I is a frontline manufacturing position responsible for gasket cutting operation using tools, machinery, and cutting aids. Trimming and cleaning parts per instructions on a production order, drawings and/or specification in order to produce high quality products that meet the requirements. Periodically, the position will be instructing to aid in material handling and/or component picking/packing operation.
Requirements
- 1+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
- Works under general direction from supervisor.
- Must be capable of reading and understanding instructions.
- Must be capable of following a clearly written and described sequence of events.
- Ability to work under pressure and work well with others.
- Basic reading and writing skills.
- Must be able to work with limited supervision. Supervisory instructions given for special assignments.
- Must be able to work according to written/verbal instructions and procedures which will ensure safety on the job and efficient, effective assembly process.
Responsibilities
- Operate equipment to cut sheet materials to produce gasket designs to requirements or specifications.
- Removes finished or cured products from dies or molds using hand tools, air hoses, and other equipment.
- Performs visual in-process inspection of the product and segregates non-conforming parts from production.
- Ability to trim excess material from parts using knives and hands to meet specifications.
- Monitors machine performance, identifies operating errors, and takes corrective action.
- Ability to trim, buff, or clean parts as instructed by the process router, drawings and/or specifications.
- Suggests process and manufacturing improvements to increase efficiency in areas.
- Assist the Production Lead or Supervisor in meeting shift or departmental production goals.
- Adhere to the company safety rules and quality standards and procedures.
- Maintain good housekeeping discipline in the work area which includes regular cleanup at every start and end of shift.
- Complete the required documentation for shift production information in required reports such as Work Orders or product label generation.
- Handle product with care to ensure safety and cleanliness during handling to prevent damage or cross-contamination.
- Monitor assigned machine/s to ensure safe operation and escalate any abnormalities to Shift Lead/Supervisor/Manager and/or Maintenance.
- Ability to inspect products for visual defects and non-conformance.
- During low volume periods, this position will assist materials handling and/or component picking/packing when needed.
- Perform other duties or tasks as required.
Benefits
- “Work Today, get paid tomorrow” - withdraw up to 30% of your earned daily wages the next day after you work rather than waiting for pay day!
- Chesterton Student Loan Repayment Program
- BCBS Medical Coverage
- Delta Dental
- 401K savings plan with a Chesterton contribution
- PTO including vacation sick, time, 11 paid holidays, and paid to time off to volunteer for causes
- Vision insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Short-term disability and long-term disability insurance
- HSA & FSA options to cover additional medical costs
- Parental leave for moms and dads to be
- Hiring referral bonuses (up to $3,000 for select roles)
- A host of other fringe benefits including legal services, pet insurance, Chesterton relief fund for employees in need, and more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
