Waterjet Team Lead - 1st Shift

The Machine Operator is responsible for supporting production operations across Holtec's manufacturing departments, including Billet, Material Handling, Extrusion, Micro Arc Oxidation (MAO), and Rolling Mill operations. This hands-on role involves operating production equipment, monitoring manufacturing processes, handling materials, performing quality checks, and supporting the safe and efficient production of high-quality products. Candidates with experience in billet processing, extrusion, rolling mill operations, material handling, metal manufacturing, foundry operations, or other heavy industrial production environments are strongly encouraged to apply.

Location:

Orville, OH

• Operate manufacturing equipment and machinery in accordance with established procedures, work instructions, and safety requirements
• Support production operations within Billet, Material Handling, Extrusion, MAO, and Rolling Mill departments as assigned
• Load and unload raw materials, work-in-process, and finished products using forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment
• Monitor machine operations and production processes to ensure quality, efficiency, and compliance with operating standards
• Perform routine quality inspections using measuring devices and gauges to verify product specifications and dimensions
• Record production data, operational information, and quality results accurately and completely
• Identify and communicate equipment, quality, or process issues to supervisors and maintenance personnel
• Perform basic machine setup, cleaning, lubrication, and operational adjustments as required
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, grinders, and other equipment to support production activities
• Assist with material movement, inventory organization, and staging of materials for production
• Support changeovers, equipment preparation, and production startup activities
• Maintain work areas in a safe, clean, and organized condition
• Follow all company safety procedures and properly use required personal protective equipment.
• Work collaboratively with Operators, Maintenance, Quality, Production Supervisors, and other departments to meet production goals
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and operational excellence

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 2+ years of manufacturing, production, machine operation, or material handling experience
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, or alternate shifts as production demands require
• Experience operating industrial equipment, manufacturing machinery, forklifts, or overhead cranes
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, production documents, and safety procedures
• Experience using measuring devices such as tape measures, calipers, gauges, or similar inspection tools preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis, stand, walk, bend, kneel, push, pull, reach, and perform physical work throughout the shift
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and commitment to quality

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Benefits

• Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision coverage with a generous employer premium contribution and Day 1 eligibility
• FLEX Program, hybrid work opportunities available for eligible roles based on business needs
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 5% company match and immediate vesting
• Paid time off and 11 paid holidays