General Production Operator (GPO)

General Production Operator (GPO) - Machine ShopLOCATION: Akron, OH, USAShifts:* Friday-Saturday days: 5am-5pmJob Summary:General Production Operators (GPOs) at Ariel support manufacturing by using manual machines and hand grinders. They are responsible for finishing and testing high-precision parts that we use to manufacture the world's best compressors. Quality checks are performed on every part using precision measuring equipment to ensure the integrity of our product. Production schedules work off of a dispatch list using SAP.Most GPOs work individually in an assigned work center; however, some work centers are team oriented. The type of work center you are assigned to depends on the size and type of part you are machining. At Ariel, there are many opportunities within the Machine Shop. Candidates with a desire for career growth and an eagerness to continuously develop their skills and abilities are the best fit for this open position.See our facility and work environment here:https://www.arielcorp.com/company/video-gallery/video.UZEUtpOp.8y6HZmS4.htmlJob Responsibilities / Qualifications:High school diploma or GED requiredAttention to detailQuality mindsetAbility to safely operate heavy equipment (overhead cranes, forklifts, etc.)Manufacturing and/or mechanical experienceExperience using hand grinders or similar toolsBenefits:Company provided toolsYearly boot allowanceQuarterly cash profit-sharing bonuses401K with company 100% match (up to 6%) AND annual company-paid profit-sharing retirement contributionExcellent comprehensive benefit plan - medical, dental, vision, prescription, and life/disability planCorporate location on-site wellness clinic for employees and their dependents enrolled in the comprehensive benefit planPaid holidaysGenerous paid time-off programTuition reimbursement and student debt relief programsRelocation assistance for eligible positionsCompany Culture:Ariel is the world's largest manufacturer of separable reciprocating gas compressors, meaning our products help fuel the future by moving natural gas from underground to homes and businesses. Ariel's culture and values are the cornerstone of the way we do business. We hire extraordinary people and invest in their growth, giving our employees the opportunity to build a career in an industry that is powering the world's energy infrastructure. Our culture of continuous learning in a team-based environment not only enables employee development, but also encourages it.