Assembly Technician​/Machine Operator; 1st Shift

Assembly Technician / Machine Operator (1st Shift)

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Location:

Middletown, Ohio.

Employment type:

Full‑time. Seniority level:
Entry level.

JBT is one of the largest solutions providers to the global food processing industry. The largest food processors within the fruit, vegetable, meat, poultry, seafood, and bakery industries rely on Avure, a JBT business unit, which manufactures High Pressure Processing (HPP) machines that pasteurize food through high pressure instead of heat and chemicals, making food healthier and tasting better.

• Competitive health and welfare benefits
• Three medical coverage options through United Healthcare
• Two dental coverage options through Delta Dental
• Vision coverage through VSP
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Company‑paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match – up to 6.5%
• Tuition reimbursement (eligible after 2 years)
• Employee discounts on products and services such as event tickets, cell phone service, car insurance, and more
• Clean, temperature‑controlled work environment
• 1st Shift position (training 6:00 am – 4:00 pm, Monday‑Thursday; overtime at shift end or Fridays). Shift times may be modified due to business needs.

• Machine assembly (primary priority)
• Operation of wire winding machine (secondary priority)
• Work with engineering/manufacturing teams to resolve issues and optimize processes
• Consistent use of basic metrology equipment (calipers, micrometers, etc.) to take precise measurements
• Adhere to quality control directives
• Operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and scissor lifts
• Contribute ideas to the relentless continuous improvement process
• Actively engage the site safety program
• Act as an active participant in the 5S program to maintain a work‑ready environment
• Maintain focus on quality standards and processes
• Occasional overtime required
• Other duties as assigned

• Trade school diploma in a mechanical discipline such as industrial maintenance, pneumatics, hydraulics, or related discipline – OR – 1–3 years of experience in an industrial setting
• 3–5 years of experience in assembly or operating industrial and/or machine‑tool equipment with strong attention to quality at tight tolerances (preferred)
• Prior experience using basic metrology equipment (calipers, micrometers, etc.) (preferred)
• Blueprint reading, mechanical aptitude, basic machine‑shop skills
• Basic computer skills – data entry
• Reliable and flexible to work additional hours on short notice to complete orders or special projects to meet customer demands
• Ability to lift and carry fifty pounds
• Must be able to perform in a fast‑paced environment

The estimated hourly range for this role is $17.00 – $26.00 (the higher end requires more relevant experience). Starting salary will vary by location, qualifications, and prior experience.

Avure Technologies manufactures High Pressure Processing (HPP) equipment that helps producers increase food safety and extend shelf life, while providing consumers with nutritious, natural food. Food manufacturers of all sizes rely on Avure's HPP technology to serve up healthy, delicious, and safe products, doubling and tripling shelf life without chemicals, additives, or heat. You will find foods processed by Avure HPP systems in every corner of the world.

It's an exciting time hough we may be the global leader in HPP, we believe our greatest accomplishments and innovations lie ahead. That's why we're always searching for passionate, analytical, entrepreneurial, and top‑notch talent to help us achieve our goal of advancing the field of HPP even further.

It is the policy of JBT Corporation to provide equal opportunity for qualified persons and not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law at the JBT Corporation location to which this application is…