Machine Operator – Grinders & Saws | 2nd Shift

Description

Coldwater, Michigan | $20.50-$25.50/hour + 20% Shift Differential | Benefits Starting Day One

Learn Multiple Machines. Build Skills That Grow With You.

to join our Metals team in Coldwater, Michigan.

This is a hands‑on manufacturing role working with equipment used to produce molybdenum bar products
. You’ll learn to set up and operate production equipment, measure materials, follow production orders, and keep materials accurately identified throughout the manufacturing process.

You’ll also have the opportunity to cross‑train across multiple work centers
, including saws, grinders, and lathes.

You don’t need to come in knowing every machine. If you’re mechanically inclined, comfortable with basic math, pay attention to detail, and are willing to learn, we want to hear from you.

Your hourly wage is just the beginning. Elmet offers competitive pay, bonuses, benefits, and opportunities to grow.

• $20.50-$25.50per hour, plus a 20% 2nd-shift differential
• $250 perfect-attendance bonus every month — up to $3,000 per year
• Quarterly production bonus of up to 9%, based on company performance
• 4% company match on retirement savings
• Benefits starting Day One
• Three medical plan options
• Dental and vision coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Paid time off
• Paid company holidays
• Tuition assistance
• $1,000 employee referral bonus
• Internal growth opportunities

This is a full-time, 2nd Shift position at our Coldwater, Michigan manufacturing facility.

You’ll work as part of the Metals team and receive training to work across multiple production areas as your skills develop.

As a Machine Operator, you’ll help turn raw material into finished molybdenum bar products using specialized manufacturing equipment.

Depending on your training and production needs, you’ll work with equipment including:

• Saws used for end trimming and order preparation
• Large and small grinders
  , including centerless grinders
• Manual mills and lathes

The original position is specifically designed for operators to work in more than one work center after receiving appropriate training.

During a typical shift, you’ll:

• Safely set up and operate assigned production equipment
• Make sure equipment is set correctly for production requirements
• Follow production orders and instructions from your supervisor
• Accurately identify and track materials throughout the production process
• Confirm completed production accurately in Global Shop
• Weigh, measure, and monitor materials as required for each process
• Use tape measures, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools
• Check your work for accuracy and quality
• Learn additional machines and processes as you gain experience
• Adapt to changing production needs
• Keep equipment and work areas clean, safe, and organized

You Could Be a Great Fit If You:

We’re looking for someone who enjoys hands‑on work and wants to develop manufacturing skills.

You could be a great fit if you:

• Pay close attention to details and take pride in producing quality work
• Have basic math skills
• Are comfortable learning how to set up and operate machinery
• Can follow production instructions carefully
• Are willing to learn how to use tape measures, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools
• Can learn and retain new processes
• Can adjust when production needs change
• Like solving problems instead of simply passing them along
• Take safety seriously
• Can work independently and as part of a team

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required for this position.

Don’t already know how to use a micrometer or caliper? That’s okay. If you’re willing to learn, we’ll teach you.