Screening Operator

Screening Operator (6AM-6.30PM)

We are looking for a Screening Operator for our Plymouth, MI facility. In this role you will set up and operate all equipment for the screening process. You will be responsible for the homogeneity of in-process material and finished products as well as meeting or exceeding safety, quality, and production targets.

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums, company-sponsored HSA contributions and no cumbersome waiting periods.
• Excellent dental and vision coverage.
• Employee assistance, financial and wellness programs.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match.
• Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources.
• Generous paid time off.
• 12 paid company holidays.
• 100% company paid life insurance and disability insurance.
• Employee referral bonus program.

• Under direction of Lead Screener, set up the screen, including installation of specified screen and placement of appropriately labeled and color‑coded hoppers for collection of screened material.
• Clean screening equipment between alloys to remove residual powder.
• Submit samples of in‑process and finished product to the Quality Control laboratory for testing, identifying product with proper heat or lot number.
• Meet or exceed all safety, environmental, and health goals for the department.
• Meet or exceed quality goals for production orders.
• Meet or exceed productivity targets.
• Contribute to continual improvement activities.
• Notify lead or supervisor about any problems.
• Perform other duties as required.

• High school diploma or vocational technical training; experience may substitute.
• Basic math skills and organizational ability.
• Basic mechanical knowledge.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, e.g., lifting, bending, etc.

Oerlikon is a global innovation powerhouse for surface engineering, polymer processing and additive manufacturing in key industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, tooling and textiles. We serve as a key partner in enabling our customers to reach their targets for optimizing the performance, function and sustainability of their products and manufacturing processes.

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• Entry level

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing