Production Operator - (1st Shift)

Praxis Technology•Queensbury, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking for more than just a job? Join us and start a career where your work matters. No experience is necessary! We provide on-the-job training for all new hires to set you up for a successful career! At Praxis, we invest in your development, value your ideas, and provide a clear path for growth—because when you succeed, we all succeed. We provide on the job training and teach skillsets that will help take you to the next level in Manufacturing.We offer career advancement opportunities to anyone that is looking for them! About Us Praxis Technology is a manufacturing company that designs and develops titanium parts for medical devices, aerospace and other consumer markets. We create sustainable flexibility that delivers maximum impact to make people’s lives better. It's pretty cool stuff! We value people that are highly motivated, self-starters open to learning new things every day. We’re looking for people with a good attitude and strong character who strive to be the best at what they do, take accountability for their actions and are determined and committed to get the job done. We’re highly collaborative, innovative thinkers and we need people from diverse backgrounds and levels of experience to join our growing team. We’ve built our workplace on inclusivity, treating everyone with respect and integrity and providing people with the support and space to do their best work. Our purpose is growing a great place to work, built on innovation. We do so by embracing the five core values of Praxis: Team Player Driven to Improve Genuinely Care Dependable Own It What we can offer you: In addition to being part of a locally owned & operated business who values treating everyone with integrity & respect, we offer the following benefits to our full-time employees: Employee and/or Employee + Child(ren) medical insurance for just $1/month! Comprehensive Dental + Vision 401k Retirement Plan that we match up to 3% Basic Life AD&D Insurance Employee Assistance Program Paid time off - 18 days first year (pro-rated) Paid holidays – 9 days Annual Performance Bonus Potential Quarterly Bonus Incentive Program for hourly staff Employee Profit Sharing Tuition Assistance Shift differential: 2nd shift - + $1/hr, 3rd shift - + $3/hr

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience
Desire and ability to operate machines and equipment of various scopes & sizes
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret documents including maintenance instructions, procedure and manuals
Proven success working independently and in a team environment
Demonstrated comfort with basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and rounding
Demonstrated comfort with both verbal and written communication
Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to build personal and team-based relationships with all levels of employees
Comfort with basic computer applications and data entry
Proven ability to calmly transition between multiple and changing priorities
Ability to work production shift schedule
Ability to handle task repetition

Nice To Haves

Experience and/or knowledge of production operations experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Use powder titanium to mold various parts utilizing a variety of machines and equipment in a production environment
Operate the Cold Isostatic Pressing (CIPing) equipment that compresses powder titanium
Operate the green machine lathes and/or is responsible for Agglomeration operation
Use CNC (Computer Numeric Controls) machine to trim parts
Conduct in-process inspections and clean parts in liquid baths prior to inspection
Responsible for tool assembly, compaction, and tool disassembly
Accurately complete record sheets and all paperwork required to maintain compliance
Regularly maintain production and escalate any issues for resolution
Ensure compliance with OSHA guidelines and applying best practices for on-the-job safety in a production environment