Under the direct supervision of the R&D Supervisor, the R&D Operator's goal is to ensure new product initiatives are carried out smoothly to maximize efficiency, produce quality products, and maintain safety standards.

Hiring for either shifts

• Night A: Monday – Wednesday & every other Thursday 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM (12 hour shifts)
• Night B: Wednesday – Friday & every other Tuesday 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM (12 hour shifts)

No weekends!

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by leadership.
• Set up machines (calibration, cleaning etc.) for Temporary engineering instruction, Design of experiments and Passive data collection.
• Control and adjust machine settings (e.g. speed).
• Feed raw material or parts to semi-automated machines.
• Inspect parts with precision and measuring tools.
• Test operation of machines periodically.
• Fix issues that might occur during the shift.
• Check output to spot any machine-related mistakes or flaws.
• Keep records of approved and defective units or final products.
• Ensure correct operation by following all Standard operating procedures, Work instructions and Response flow charts.
• Effectively communicate with other departments throughout the shift.
• Accurately maintain multiple logs to ensure accurate data collection (machine utilization, yield loss etc.).
• Keep a safe and clean work environment at all times.

Other Responsibilities:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to multitask
• Ability to deal effectively with time pressures, stress, and changing demands of job on a regular basis
• Ability to handle highly confidential business information
• Detail Oriented.
• Ability to utilize effective communication methods.
• Forward thinking / identify problems before they happen / Continuous Improvement.

• High School Diploma, or GED
• Minimum of 2 (two) years of manufacturing experience preferred.

• Must be able to work independently.

• Must be detail oriented and organized.

• Multitasking is an essential job function for this role.

• Good communication skills both written and verbal.

• Customer focused with a strong attention to detail.

• Able to work overtime as needed.

• Health Care Plans (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• 401(k)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Training & Development
• Medical and Prescription Plans
• Dental Plans
• Vision Care
• Basic Term Life and Accidentals Insurance
• Voluntary Life
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Time Off Program
• Company Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan