Set-Up Operator_Processing - Level 1

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Swagelok is a global organization and one of the largest employers of manufacturing talent in Northeast Ohio. We are driven by our core values of Quality, Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Customer Focus, Innovation, and Continuous Improvement, which are demonstrated through our daily actions. For over 75 years, our dedication to our core values has been the foundation for our success.

Our products have been up into space, down to the bottom of the ocean, and everywhere in between. That same dedication spans to our customers.

Throughout our organization we demonstrate a commitment to these values and those we bring onboard. Whether you want to grow in your role or explore broad opportunities and develop new skills—you'll thrive in a culture that promotes learning and development. We strive to be a company where we all can do our best work with a true sense of purpose and belonging.

Be Connected. Be Valued. Be You. We hope you'll consider joining our team.

At this level, the Associate understands all aspects of Chemical Processing and prioritizes Safety in the decision-making process. They can solve most non-routine process problems. The Associate at this level has a greater awareness of the overall business and can recognize the need for, and make, process improvements to standard work that reduce cost and/or improve quality and delivery. They will interact with Associates in other functional areas and can oversee and assist with department development.

Support production objectives by:

• Performing set-up duties related to chemical processing.
• Training operators on higher skill level functions.
• Troubleshooting production problems relating to chemical processing, equipment, and fixturing.
• Demonstrating support of company philosophies, systems, and policies through actions and words.
• Capable of performing all the duties of a JLG level 4 Process Operator.
• Setup equipment to standard work.
• Facilitating effective Shift Start Up meetings, departmental meetings, and assist with staffing assignments.
• Training and educating operators. Assist with the assessment, implementation, and documentation of Associate and departmental development plans and competency progress plans.
• Able and willing to coach operators to more efficiently operate equipment.
• Demonstrates proficient chemical processing, communication, and troubleshooting.
• Be the subject matter expert regarding the technical portion of chemical processing.

• Make recommendations for updates to standard work based off feedback from Operators & utilization of drawings.

• Accurately complete records and forms.

• The performance of Setup Level 1 Operator is tied directly to the performance metrics of the department.

• Has a solid understanding of the products, processes and equipment used by the team.
• Self-motivated and able to learn at a fast pace.
• Fully supports team training needs and will assist as necessary where possible.
• Identifies and corrects many processing problems relative to chemical bath makeup.
• Uses the change management system.
• Capable and willing to utilize necessary PPE for the job, including half-face and/or full-face respirators.
• Makes necessary chemical additions.

• Perform, train and assist in preventative maintenance on equipment and tooling.

• Complete routine maintenance of department work centers (+ minor repairs) as needed.

• Accurately complete records in our SAP maintenance management system.

• Ownership of departmental organization and housekeeping.
• Routine ordering of supplies for assigned department (boxes, packaging, single use items).
• Utilizing our Quality Notification process to contain suspect parts, quickly acquire approved remedial actions, and move orders through to completed status. Collaborate with our Quality and Engineering teams as needed.

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred:

• Training & experience with chemical processing

Customer Focus

• Independently display prioritization skills.
• Understand and anticipate the internal customers' needs and initiate action to meet them.
• Meeting customer needs is their driver.

Reliability and Integrity

• Drives improvement and helps others make a positive impact on safety, quality and plant metrics.
• Along with providing it themselves, it encourages others to provide reliable information.
• Supports organizational changes positively through actions and words.
• Leads by example to demonstrate Swagelok Values

Flexibility

• Willing to be flexible in their schedule.
• Shares knowledge that they have obtained with others.
• Open to taking on new challenges.
• Can easily be interrupted or redirected to a new task, or site based on Swagelok's needs.

Teamwork

• Creates strong morale within the team by encouraging others and making them feel valued and important.
• Promotes group reputation in a positive manner.

Communication

• Communicates well with all different levels in the organization (shop floor, office, engineering, supervisors,…