Machine Operator

Job Title: Machine Operator Location: 21 Toelles Road-Wallingford, CT, 6492 Duration: 6 Months Job Description Summary: Sets up and operates all furnaces related to annealing strip products including the following duties. Essential duties and responsibilities: Has the ability to set up and operate all furnaces in the department. Operates annealing furnaces to produce annealed strip material to conform to the required shape, hardness, and quality. Starts and shuts down furnaces according to work instructions. Brings furnaces to desired temperature and adjusts Nitrogen and Hydrogen flows to appropriate levels. Operates aging ovens, weld wireline, degreasing line and Radcon furnace per established work instructions. Performs quality checks to ensure products meet internal and customer specifications using various measuring devices. Completes all required paperwork. Perform training for other operators, as needed. Performs all safety and quality checks on the equipment and perform required preventive maintenance and other maintenance as required. Must be able to perform multiple functions on a daily basis. Perform other duties as assigned or directed. Skills: Basic computer functions for data entry purposes. Must be detail-oriented with strong critical thinking and organizational skills. Must be able to work weekends and holidays as scheduled. Must be able to work overtime. Education and/or experience: High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. Physical Requirements: This position requires walking, standing, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, seeing, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. Ability to work around metal powders and nickels. Ability to wear a respirator while conducting job duties. Ability to work around and on industrial equipment. Ability to operate heavy equipment (e.g., forklift, scissor lift, front-end loader, payloader) Ability to ascend and descend steep stairs and ladders. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis. Must be willing to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances. Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: a hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots, and hearing protection. Work environment: Required to work in a production area. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The production area is not climate-controlled. Job Type: Contract Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.00 per week Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Work Location: On the road