Technical Operator (Machine Operator) multiple shifts available

Pacific Industrial Development•Adamstown, MD

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Trans-Tech is the leading designer and manufacturer of RF and microwave components. This role involves setting up and operating a variety of automatic or semi-automatic machines in the production of the company's products. The Technical Operator will work from process sheets or written/verbal instructions to perform production tasks, checking and inspecting operations against predetermined tolerances. The primary duties focus on producing custom ceramic ingots through various processing tasks, which increase in complexity with experience gained through mentorship and on-the-job training. The operator will collaborate with supervisory personnel and engineers to ensure processes are performed correctly, communicating processing parameters, non-standard observations, and measurement results. Key processing operations include Ingot Forming, Ingot Firing, Ingot Diameter Lathing, Ingot Length Lathing, Ingot Inspection, and Ingot Packaging. The operator is responsible for maintaining a clean and organized work area to minimize contamination, cleaning all equipment and the area before the end of each shift, and reporting any equipment malfunctions or repair needs.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Ability to regularly lift 10 lbs. and occasionally 55-60 lbs.
Ability to work in dusty environments
Standing 8 hours
Ability to multi-task
Must demonstrate safe work habits
Operate under ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 requirements
Work with attention to detail
Maintain accurate electronic and written records
Exposure to non-hazardous ceramic powders and liquids
Work in a fast paced, high-volume environment
Ability to work on self-directed teams

Nice To Haves

Strong Computer literacy and skills
Mechanical understanding to operate assigned tools and equipment
Interpretation of process instructions
Excellent manual dexterity

Responsibilities

Sets up and operates a variety of automatic or semi-automatic machines used in the production of the company's product.
Works from process sheets or written/verbal instructions given by supervisor to perform production tasks.
Checks and inspects operation against predetermined tolerances.
Produces custom ceramic ingots through a variety of processing tasks.
Interacts with supervisory personnel and engineers to ensure processes are performed in accordance with written and verbal instructions.
Communicates processing parameters, non-standard observations and measurement results.
Performs Ingot Forming.
Performs Ingot Firing.
Performs Ingot Diameter Lathing.
Performs Ingot Length Lathing.
Performs Ingot Inspection.
Performs Ingot Packaging.
Maintains a clean, organized work area to minimize contamination potential.
Cleans all equipment and the entire area prior to the end of each shift.
Reports any equipment malfunctions or repair needs to their supervisor or engineer.