Primary Operator - Level 3

Position Summary

At this level, the associate can perform more complex duties per standard work including process changeovers and troubleshooting with minimal guidance or help from a trainer or support. They can recognize and solve some non-routine problems.

• Complete set‑up and operation of machining equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform start‑stop procedures including machine and conveyor start‑up, loading of raw material, and machine shutdown.
• Perform simple and advanced changes, adjustments, and set‑up to tooling and fixtures.
• Complete records and forms.
• Check machined parts visually and dimensionally according to quality standards.
• Clean chips from tooling and parts.
• Recognize and report machine malfunctions and part discrepancies to supervisor.
• Preset tooling as required.
• Set‑up parts, process and machine as required.
• Perform daily, semi‑annual and annual machine maintenance.
• Correct problems in set‑up, non‑conformance, tooling and machining processes.
• Make suggestions for process changes that may improve machining operations.
• Maneuver around machine, including standing, bending, stretching and walking.
• Repair, replace and/or modify the equipment if required.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• External:
  Minimum of 30 months (about 2 and a half years) of applicable machining experience.
• Internal:
  Must be fully qualified as a Level 2 Machine Operator.
• Advanced knowledge of metal or plastic cutting processes and equipment.
• Self‑motivated and able to learn at a fast pace.
• Demonstrates proficient machining, communication, and troubleshooting.
• Operate machine: loading and unloading parts, inspection gages, comparator, micrometers, calipers, 6” rule, dial indicator, ring gages, drill/reamer, Johnson gages and datum gages, magnifier and lights, miscellaneous hand tools and chip strippers.
• Identifies and corrects machining problems relative to tools and tool holders, collets and chucks.

• Customer Focus:
  Direct and assist others to complete required work on time.
• Reliability and Integrity:
  Drive improvements and help others positively impact quality and plant metrics.
• Flexibility:
  Willingness to be flexible in schedule and adapt to new challenges.
• Teamwork:
  Encourage others, facilitate root‑cause analysis, and coordinate resources effectively.
• Communication:
  Communicate well across all levels, promote own ideas, and manage escalation appropriately.
• Accountability:
  Execute in absence of supervision, provide accurate documentation, and give feedback to supervisors.

• Ability to perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA and other standards.
• Maintain regular, punctual attendance.
• May be required to pass pre‑employment and annual Vision Acuity tests.
• Must be able to lift 25‑35 pounds regularly and occasionally 35‑50 pounds. Considerable standing, stooping and bending required.

Swagelok provides a comprehensive package of valuable benefits focused on health and wellness, compensation, retirement planning, and supplemental rewards.

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Swagelok is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are selected without regard to protected characteristics under federal, state or local law. Swagelok will make reasonable accommodations for disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Ohio state law. This job summary is brief and does not list all duties for this position. Nothing in this description should be construed as an express or implied contract of employment.

Swagelok is an at‑will employer.