Machine Operator; 2nd Shift

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Element has an opportunity for a Machine Operator (2nd shift) to join our rapidly expanding team. As a member of the operations team, the Machining position performs a variety of routine and non‑routine machining assignments within the department assigned and insures timely and accurate test results under direct supervision. The operator position must be proficient in a number of core business skills including but not limited to compliance with established safety rules, code of conduct, and company policies and procedures.

• Using cutting equipment to prepare specimens for testing as dictated by customer specifications.
• Maintain equipment and schedules for preventative maintenance.
• Frequently receive guidance from Department Manager, Machinist/Senior Machinist coworkers.
• Gathering and recording dimensions in accordance with quality assurance requirements.

• Working knowledge of laboratory safety.
• HS diploma or GED certificate preferred; college or vocational school coursework welcomed.
• Some college level courses completed and/or a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a machine shop environment.
• Understanding of machining concepts.
• Preferred: earned Associate degree in a mechanical related field.
• Basic understanding of machining concepts, measuring instruments, and dimensional concepts.
• Working knowledge of machine shop safety protocol.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry (a plus).

• Frequency of required physical force:
  Moderate.
• Lifting requirements: lifting 50 lbs. on occasion.
• Ability to stand on feet for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs. periodically.

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection, and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’. When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose.

From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access. While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”. All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work‑related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.