Machine 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 equipment if required.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 30 months of applicable machining experience (about 2½ years).
• 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.
• Operates machine, including loading/unloading parts, inspection gages, comparators, micrometers, calipers, 6” rule, dial indicators, ring gages, drill/reamer, Johnson gages, datum gages, magnifier, lights, miscellaneous hand tools and chip strippers.
• Identifies and corrects machining problems related to tools and tool holders, collets and chucks.

• Customer Focus: Direct and assist others in getting required support work completed in a timely manner; independent prioritization; understand customer needs and act to meet them.
• Reliability and Integrity: Drive improvements and help others improve quality and plant metrics; provide reliable information; liaise with engineering and quality; support positive organizational changes.
• Flexibility: Willing to be flexible in schedule; share knowledge; open to new challenges; easily redirected to new tasks or sites; propose ideas to increase equipment reliability.
• Teamwork: Encourage morale and spirit; facilitate root‑cause analysis; conduct shift start‑up and departmental meetings; promote positive reputation; coordinate resources for zero‑defects culture.
• Communication: Communicate well at all levels; promote ideas; drill down to root cause; use proper escalation channels; explain quality theories and philosophies; receive input from others.
• Accountability: Drive team goals and results; take ownership of team actions; coordinate, communicate and execute independently; manage emotions; provide accurate documentation and feedback.

• Ability to safely and successfully perform job functions while meeting productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance.
• May be required to pass pre‑employment and annual vision acuity tests.
• Must lift items between 25–35 pounds regularly and occasionally up to 35–50 pounds; frequent standing, stooping and bending.

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

Swagelok is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are selected without regard to race, ethnicity, creed, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. Swagelok will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and Ohio state law.

This job summary is intended to be brief and does not list all the duties for this position. Nothing in this job description should be construed as an express or implied contract of employment. Swagelok is an at‑will employer, which means that either party is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time, without any advanced notice, for any reason or no reason.