Production Operator - Suffield, United States - Kongsberg Automotive

Description

Kongsberg Automotive - Suffield CT location is a full-cycle manufacturing plant that produces PTFE tube and stainless steel braided hose from raw materials.

All positions include operation of assigned equipment, including set-up, machine operation, and process monitoring to ensure product is made according to approved specifications.

Mechanical aptitude, basic mathematical skills, basic familiarity with computers, the ability to read and follow written work instructions, and strong attention to detail are required.

• Setup, operate and clean a section of the manufacturing line as per work instructions and safe operating procedures
• Coordinate and sustain raw materials on assigned manufacturing process
• Serve as SME in operating and troubleshooting applicable manufacturing equipment
• Execute Lockout tagout of equipment for servicing and cleaning
• Independently read and interpret production and shipping schedules
• Perform sampling and testing and make process adjustments per guidelines
• Communicate effectively with operations and support team members of any deviations or abnormalities
• Works in close coordination with the Lead Operator to accomplish the tasks needed to safely and efficiently meet production and maintenance schedules across all processes
• Responds to process alarms and interlocks promptly and coordinates timely to resolve conditions generating these alarms and interlocks
• Performs troubleshooting in the event of process deviations

• High School Diploma Required or GED.
• Analytical and mechanical mindset needed to be successful in this role.
• Previous chemical/processing experience a plus.
• Must be capable of following strict Health and Safety Guidelines and wear required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• Position is very mobile throughout the facility but the ability to sit, stand, walk and climb to elevated areas.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Basic computer skills
• Basic math, reading and follow instruction is a must

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift