Automation Operator I

Job Description

Job Description

Reports to: Automation Production Supervisor

Department: Automation

This position exists to operate various automated machinery for Bal Seal Engineering manufacturing clients. 

About Bal Seal: Bal Seal Engineering delivers advanced sealing, connecting, and contact solutions that serve medical, aerospace, energy, and industrial markets. Our proprietary spring-energized seals and electrical contacts help customers achieve precision, efficiency, and reliability. Employees thrive in a culture that values craftsmanship, technical mastery, and close partnership with customers solving complex challenges.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Sets up and operates a production machine in accordance with established procedures and guidelines
• Uses computer-controlled, and/or manually-controlled equipment to select, position, and secure automatic or semi-automatic machines 
• Controls and adjusts machine settings to complete simple tasks accurately, according to specifications, and in a timely fashion
• Works under the close direction of tenured personnel in the functional area 
• Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job
• Observes while the machine is being repaired by a Technician
• Observes and follows all safety protocols
• Learns the use of precision measuring tools
• Perform daily housekeeping operations in the work area to maintain a safe workplace
• Performs all job responsibilities while demonstrating ACE Values: Accountability by owning quality and production results, Collaboration by working effectively with team members and support groups, and Empowerment by taking initiative to solve problems and improve process.

Education :

• High School Diploma or GED preferred

Experience : 

• 1 years of automation operation experience preferred, not required

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to promote and work in a highly collaborative environment
• Ability to perform in a medium to fast-paced environment

• Occasionally required to bend, stoop and squat 
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds 
• Required to reach with hands and arms to handle documents and products 
• Must be able to enter data into a computer by use of a keyboard and mouse and be able to sit for long periods at his/her desk 
• Occasionally visit employees throughout the building to gather data and clarify information

• The work environment conditions are typical of a manufacturing environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the basic functions. The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to moderate, however, hearing protection may be required if employee enters high noise areas as a part of their normal job duties.

Benefits:

At Bal Seal Engineering (BSE) we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

BSE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to complete the application process may contact Human Resources.

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Employment is contingent upon the applicant being a “U.S. person” as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15), which includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees, as required by U.S. export control laws.