Overnight Canner​/Packager - Shifts

Position

We are looking for a Canner/Packager for our Troy, MI facility. In this role you will set up and operate all equipment for the canning and packaging process. You will be responsible for packaging material and finished products while meeting or exceeding safety, quality, and production targets. You will be working 12‑hour overnight shifts (6 p.m. – 6:30 a.m.) on a two‑week rotating schedule.

• Set up the packaging line, including installation of equipment and placement of appropriately labeled and color‑coded hoppers.
• Clean packaging equipment between alloys to remove residual powder.
• Deliver packaged products to shipping.
• Meet or exceed all safety, environmental, and health goals for the department.
• Meet or exceed quality and productivity goals for production orders.
• Contribute to continual improvement activities.
• Notify lead or supervisor of any problems.
• Assist in other departments (Screening, Remelt, Cladding, Blends, Tape and Paste) as needed.
• Perform other duties as required.

• Basic math skills and organizational ability.
• Basic mechanical knowledge.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and standing.
• Ability to safely operate cranes and powered industrial vehicles.
• Ability to work 12‑hour shifts (6 p.m. – 6:30 a.m.)

Aside from a dynamic global culture and leading market position, we are proud to offer employees development opportunities, competitive salary, and a robust benefit program available on the first day of employment!

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums and company‑sponsored HSA contributions.
• Excellent dental and vision coverage.
• Employee assistance, financial, and wellness programs.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match and financial‑planning options.
• Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources.
• Generous paid time off to support physical and mental wellbeing.
• 12 paid company holidays.
• 100% company‑paid life and disability insurance.
• Employee referral bonus program.

Oerlikon is a global leader in surface technologies and advanced materials. With a unique portfolio spanning surface engineering, high‑performance materials, coating equipment and components, we improve product performance, efficiency, and sustainability across industries including aerospace, automotive, energy, medical, luxury, semiconductors and tooling. Head‑quartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland, Oerlikon operates in 38 countries with approximately 9,500 employees, achieving sales of CHF 1.6 billion in 2024.

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