At Chesterton, we have a laser focus on our customers. The Process Operator I is a frontline manufacturing position responsible for various support functions within the Mechanical Seals department. A person in this role must have the ability to run various types of equipment, utilize a variety of hand and power tools, use sound judgment in making decisions, and be capable of monitoring critical operations. Responsible for recognizing, correcting when possible, and reporting all operational variations. May assist in moving material throughout the facility and/or cell as required. Performs direct labor/value added tasks within the area as required. Must be able to perform transitions in the Business Software System that includes, but is not limited to, material issues, scrap, closing Manufacturing Orders, reporting labor and material transfers.

Job Model:  On-Site

All fully remote positions will require you to travel on site 2-4 times per month depending upon business needs at your own expense.

Hybrid positions will require employees to work both on-site and remote each week under a schedule that has been determined and agreed upon by you and your manager.

On-Site positions will require employees to work on-site for each of their scheduled shifts.

• Consults with manager to retrieve work assignments for the day. Uses work instructions and help from co-workers to carry out the manufacturing process.

• Performs sub-assembly tasks such as face insertion, pin/lug insertion, pressing of components and other miscellaneous sub-assembly functions.

• Sets up and operates the Lapping machines to lap, polish and/or rework various faces while adhering to manufacturing work instructions.

• Utilizing “Loctite” materials performs the final sealing operation on faces and holders to ensure that there is no leakage between the face and holder. Pressure testing is required to validate the parts.

• Performs de-burring operations, utilizing drill presses, polishers, and other handheld power tools.

• Removes burrs and sharp edges from machined parts. Care must be exercised as a part can be ruined by over de-burring.

• May assist with material handling activities and the movement of hazardous waste and raw material (bar & tube stock).

• Stamp and identify parts utilizing appropriate machinery following Engineering standards and specifications.

• Performs transactions in the Business Management System (D365)

• Responsible for closing manufacturing orders, material issues and scrap, and material movement between work areas through the Business Management System (BMS).

• Using the BMS, must maintain accurate inventory levels, accounting for raw material usage and accounting for labor hours spent.

• Consults work orders to determine specific customer requirements.

• Maintains clean and organized work area in accordance to 5S policies and procedures.

• This specific role/function is subject to our On-Call Policy and may be required to remain available during off- schedule hours to support the business needs.

• 1+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

• Works under general direction from supervisor.

• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. on a regular basis.

• Ability to work according to written/verbal instructions and procedures which will ensure safety on the job and efficient, effective assembly process.

• Ability to read, comprehend and follow written, verbal instructions and sequence of events.

• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints.

• Basic level of job knowledge required to perform routine assembly and sub-assembly operations.

• Ability to handle and operate handheld power tools and operate various machinery when required.

• Manual dexterity.

• Ability to work well with others.

• Ability to use a computer.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employees assigned to certain tasks within this job may be required to participate in our Medical Surveillance Program. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear and reach with hands and arms, stoop, bend or lift up to 35 lbs. on a regular basis. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Ability to work and walk about in a manufacturing shop floor environment, wear required protective clothing, i.e., steel toe shoes and safety glasses. Exposure to high noise and temperature levels exists daily in the work environment.

A.W. CHESTERTON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Targeted pay range: $19/hr. - $21/hr.

Chesterton is committed to paying all its employees in a fair and equitable manner. The pay range associated with this position ($19/hr. - $21/hr. DOE) is Chesterton's good-faith salary estimate for the presently available position. Please note that the final salary offered for any position will be based on many factors, including but not limited to: candidate qualifications such as education and experience, internal equity, geographical location, and budget. Please note, it is not the company's usual practice to hire near or at the top of a pay range for any position that is available.

All of A.W. Chesterton Company employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background check and the respective medical surveillance requirements.

Chesterton is an equal opportunity employer  M/F/V/D. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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