Alterations Associate Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Shift: 3rd shift
City: Solon
Swagelok, Northeast Ohio, USA
Swagelok is a global organization and one of the largest employers of manufacturing talent in Northeast Ohio. We are driven by our core values of Quality, Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Customer Focus, Innovation, and Continuous Improvement, which are demonstrated through our daily actions. For over 75 years, our dedication to our core values has been the foundation for our success. Our products have been up into space, down to the bottom of the ocean, and everywhere in between. That same dedication spans to our customers.
Throughout our organization we demonstrate a commitment to these values and those we bring onboard. Whether you want to grow in your role or explore broad opportunities and develop new skills-you'll thrive in a culture that promotes learning and development.
We strive to be a company where we all can do our best work with a true sense of purpose and belonging.
Be Connected. Be Valued. Be You.
We hope you'll consider joining our team.
Position Summary:
Auxiliary Operators are responsible for enhancing and making minor alterations to products. This associate is proficient in all aspects of the process. They can recognize and solve most non-routine process problems. The associate at this level is more aware of the business and can make process improvements that reduce cost and/or quality. At this level, they may interact with associates in other functional areas and can oversee and assist with department development.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Proficient in technical skill and process knowledge and can assist with the oversight of daily operations
• Demonstrates ability to perform both moderate and complex auxiliary operations
• Ability to identify abnormal operations and determine root cause of abnormal operations (add, remove, or adjust tooling)
• Ability to correct abnormal operations unassisted to place machine back into normal production in a timely manner
• Solid understanding of tooling used to operate and set up auxiliary equipment (fixtures, tooling, holders, program edits, etc.
• Works with engineering to improve processes, document changes, and conduct follow-up training
• Understands and supports corporate, company, and department lean initiatives
• Effectively communicates department, equipment, schedule, and job status across shifts
• Assists in developing other associate's skills, and can effectively train others
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
Required:
• High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred:
• Good mechanical skills aptitude
Critical Competencies:
Customer Focus
• Shows a desire to help others meet the needs of customers
• Demonstrates to others the desire to help customers win
Reliability and Integrity
• Always demonstrates positive attitude toward job and company
• Can absolutely rely on what they say
• Proactive in achieving compliance with policies and procedures
Flexibility
• Will take on any task within a cell or department
• Will support things they don't totally agree with
• Always open to taking on new challenges
Teamwork
• Recognize others' success and give credit to whom it is due
• Maintains cooperative and trust-based relationships
• Works collaboratively with teammates as well as leadership
Communication
• Can get messages across that have the desired effect
• Keeps others involved in project developments and plans
Accountability
• Helps to build enthusiasm, excitement, and commitment to the group mission
• Removes barriers or roadblocks so people can get the job done
Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements:
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift Kegs and Boxes on a regular basis between 25 - 35 pounds and occasionally between 35 - 50 pounds. Considerable standing, stooping and bending is required.
Swagelok provides a comprehensive package of valuable benefits called Total Rewards focused on health and wellness, compensation, retirement planning, and supplemental rewards.
To apply:
1. Click 'Apply Now' to the role of interest, upload your resume and complete the application.
2. Those that match our qualifications will be contacted to schedule a phone interview.
Congratulations on taking the first step to Be Connected. Be Valued. Be You.
Swagelok is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are selected without regard to race, ethnicity, creed, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, pregnancy-related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.
Swagelok will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and Ohio state law.
This job summary is intended to be brief and does not list all the duties for this position. Nothing in this job description should be construed as an express or implied contract of employment. Swagelok is an at-will employer, which means that either party is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time, without any advanced notice, for any reason or no reason.