Auxiliary Operator - Level 3

Auxiliary Operator

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 skillsyou'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.

We hope you'll consider joining our team.

Position Summary:

Auxiliary Operators are responsible for enhancing and making minor alterations to products. At this level, the associate can perform more complex process changeovers, including troubleshooting to standard work. They can recognize and solve some non-routine problems.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate abilities outlined in levels 1 & 2 efficiently to perform daily tasks
• Demonstrates ability to operate and set-up moderate and complex auxiliary operations routinely to target
• Solid understanding of most part configurations processed on auxiliary equipment
• Solid troubleshooting ability of abnormal processes / capable of working with setup person to resolve issues
• Ability to utilize departmental resources to make decisions (schedule, routings, department metrics, etc.)
• Recommends and initiates continuous improvement suggestions
• Assists in developing other associate's skills, and shows an aptitude for training others

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

Required: High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of 12 months of experience (not including time spent in the Learner level) before an associate can be eligible for advancement to an Independent Auxiliary Operator position.

Preferred: Good mechanical skills aptitude

Critical Competencies:

Customer Focus: Is able to meet due dates in processes they are responsible for. Will let supervisor know when there is a problem. Willing to put in extra effort to meet customer needs.

Reliability and Integrity: Takes responsibility for personal performance. Can be counted on to do what needs done with little follow-up.

Flexibility: Willing to work in other departments or sites. Shows enthusiasm and has a good attitude when asked to learn other jobs. Is open to new ideas.

Teamwork: Values, solicits, and utilizes input from others. Looks for ways to help out.

Communication: Provides information to the next shift or to others in the company. Participates in meetings and will ask questions when something is not clear.

Accountability: Sets a good example for others by demonstrating desired behavior. Acts and makes the right decisions to get the job done. Supports Swagelok business goals.

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements:

Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards. Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. Must be able to lift Kegs and Boxes on a regular basis between 25 - 35 pounds and occasionally between 35 - 50 pounds. Considerable standing, stooping and bending is required.

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