Forge Operator II

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The Forge Operator Operates 2,000 Ton hydraulic Press and Manipulator to forge tantalum, niobium and alloys materials according to specific forging parameters.

First Shift: 6am - 2:30pm Monday through Friday

You will have the opportunity to:

- Sets up the 2,000 ton press and using the hydraulic manipulator loads tantalum and niobium billets to be forged according to forging schedules and dimensional requirements

- Selects, inspects and maintains forging dies to optimize throughput

- Sets up and operates PLC driven sawing equipment, horizontal and vertical saws to cut

- Inspects and measures finished product and prepares product and paperwork for interbuilding shipping and records all processing information.

- Performs routine operator assigned preventive maintenance

- Requires mechanical aptitude to accurately control and safely operate the hydraulic manipulator

- Follows good safety practices, complies with PPE requirements and follows environmental policies

- Must be able to understand specifications and use measuring instruments with assistance

- Requires ability to recognize problems and seek assistance to resolve

- Perform all other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Requirements:

- High School of Vocational School Diploma and/or GED required.

- 0-2 years of experience related production experience in a manufacturing environment.

- Basic math skills are required to perform necessary job functions.

- An understanding of basic measuring equipment (micrometers, calipers).

- Good communication skills including the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with machining experience is a plus.

- Requires the use of fork trucks, overhead cranes, hand carts and hand tools. Must be capable of obtaining a fork truck license and/or overhead crane license and must obtain a lockout/tagout certification.

Pay Range:

$29.99-$37.04

Actual base salary offered varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location.

The selection of the person to be hired for this position is contingent on the candidate having export compliance eligibility for access to U.S. controlled technology which comes under the licensing jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of State, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the U.S. Department of Commerce, Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

The candidate selected will have to qualify as either a U.S. citizen, a U.S. National, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a Person Admitted into the U.S. as an Asylee or Refugee., a National of a country that is not prohibited from having access to U.S. controlled technology (via a letter of assurance), or a Person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on Materion’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with Materion’s business requirements.

Materion Corporation and its subsidiaries (the “Company”) is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company’s personnel representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Materion’s Veteran Employee Resource group supports veterans and promotes the benefits of hiring veterans in the workplace. We honor all those who have served and are a military friendly company. Veterans are encouraged to apply and military experience and skills are transferrable to Materion careers.

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