Wire Production Operator

Minerals Technologies•Canaan, CT

10d•$29 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

Minerals Technologies Inc. is a global, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a wide range of minerals and mineral-based products and services. Our products are an essential part of everyday life for millions of people around the world. They are used in consumer goods in paper and packaging, food and pharmaceuticals, household and personal care, pet care, automotives, and many more, as well as in industrial settings like steelmaking, metalcasting, construction, infrastructure, and wastewater remediation. We are listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol MTX, headquartered in New York City, and have over 150 locations worldwide, with ~4,000 employees in 34 countries and 12 R&D centers. We put people at the center of everything we do -- working safely, communicating openly, and managing our resources and businesses responsibly. Company: Minteq, a Minerals Technologies company, is the global leader in designing and delivering advanced technological solutions for a multitude of industrial applications. From design and installation to the maintenance of customized solutions, we provide truly turnkey solutions that help our partners increase productivity, enhance yields, reduce downtime, and lower overall costs.

Requirements

Ability to speak and read English.
Math aptitude.
Computer systems aptitude.
Mechanical aptitude.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Must have ability to work the shift/number of hours in which duties need to be accomplished, including overtime, holidays, and weekends, as necessary.

Responsibilities

Manage the flow of materials/product into and out of the department.
Operate equipment/machinery to produce granular calcium metal, calcium wire, and finished wire product meeting all specifications to fulfill customer needs.
Subject to random drug testing as required due to this being a safety sensitive position.
Work on 1st, 2nd or 3rd shifts depending on both customer demand and production needs.