Process Operator - Mechanical Seals

A.W. Chesterton Company•Groveland, MA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Process Operator I is a frontline manufacturing position in the Mechanical Seals department, responsible for support functions and direct labor/value-added work. The role involves operating equipment, using hand and power tools, monitoring critical operations, and recognizing, correcting when possible, and reporting operational variations. The operator may also move materials throughout the facility or work cell as needed. The position carries out manufacturing tasks using work instructions, including component sub-assembly, lapping and polishing seal faces, sealing faces and holders with Loctite, pressure testing parts, deburring components, and stamping and identifying parts to engineering specifications. The operator also performs transactions in the Business Management System (D365), including closing manufacturing orders, recording material issues and scrap, transferring materials, and maintaining accurate inventory and labor records. The role requires following customer-specific work orders and maintaining a clean, organized work area under 5S policies. This is a U.S.-based, on-site role. Employees must work on-site for scheduled shifts. The position is subject to an on-call policy and may require availability outside scheduled hours to support business needs. Work takes place on a manufacturing shop floor with daily exposure to high noise and temperature levels. Required protective clothing includes steel-toe shoes and safety glasses.

Requirements

At least one year of manufacturing experience is preferred.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds regularly.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and procedures that support job safety and efficient assembly.
Ability to read, comprehend, and follow written and verbal instructions and sequences of events.
Ability to read and comprehend blueprints.
Basic job knowledge sufficient to perform routine assembly and sub-assembly operations.
Ability to handle and operate handheld power tools and operate various machinery when required.
Manual dexterity.
Ability to work well with others.
Ability to use a computer.
Ability to work and walk on a manufacturing shop floor and wear required protective clothing, including steel-toe shoes and safety glasses.
Ability to meet the physical demands of frequently standing, walking, sitting, talking or hearing, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, bending, and lifting up to 35 pounds regularly.
Close vision.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Consult with the manager to retrieve daily work assignments.
Use work instructions and collaborate with coworkers to carry out manufacturing processes.
Perform sub-assembly tasks, including face insertion, pin/lug insertion, component pressing, and other miscellaneous functions.
Set up and operate lapping machines to lap, polish, or rework faces according to manufacturing work instructions.
Use Loctite materials to seal faces and holders, and pressure-test parts to verify there is no leakage.
Deburr machined parts using drill presses, polishers, and other handheld power tools, taking care not to damage the parts.
Assist with material handling and movement of hazardous waste and raw materials, including bar and tube stock, as needed.
Stamp and identify parts using appropriate machinery and following engineering standards and specifications.
Perform Business Management System (D365) transactions, including closing manufacturing orders, recording material issues and scrap, and transferring materials between work areas.
Maintain accurate inventory records, account for raw material usage, and record labor hours in the Business Management System.
Consult work orders to determine customer-specific requirements.
Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with 5S policies and procedures.
Recognize operational variations, correct them when possible, and report them.

Benefits

Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow access to withdraw up to 30% of earned daily wages the day after working.
Chesterton Student Loan Repayment Program.
BCBS medical coverage.
Delta Dental coverage.
401(k) savings plan with a Chesterton contribution.
Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, 11 paid holidays, and paid time off to volunteer.
Vision insurance.
Tuition reimbursement.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
Parental leave for mothers and fathers.
Grandternity leave for new grandparents.
Hiring referral bonuses of up to $3,000 for select roles.
Legal services.
Pet insurance.
Chesterton relief fund for employees in need.
Other fringe benefits.