Auxiliary Operator

Auxiliary OperatorShift: 2ndCity: Valley City, OhioPosition Summary:Auxiliary Operators are responsible for enhancing and making minor alterations to products. At this level the associate has demonstrated proficiency at work with limited help while maintaining performance objectives on standard work processes. This includes recognition of routine problems and the ability to keep the process running by making appropriate adjustments to correct the problems.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Demonstrates ability to use skills introduced at level 1 to perform basic, moderate and complex auxiliary operationsUnderstands and utilizes necessary controls, tooling, holders, fixtures to perform assigned tasks with minimal assistance from trainerAbility to perform multiple bench operations and setups per documentationRequires little assistance with setting up and operating routine parts on standard equipmentFollows all quality guidelines and product segregation proceduresUnderstands visual requirements for products being manufacturedUnderstands process improvement and product flow within departmentUnderstands and supports lean efforts including (5S visual display and the metrics listed on Primary Visual Display Board)Recognizes and complies with all applicable Swagelok proceduresThe associate should understand and demonstrate the skills listed in the master training plan within the minimum time requirements.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 aptitudeCritical Competencies:Customer FocusIs able to meet due dates in processes they are responsible forWill let supervisor know when there is a problemWilling to put in extra effort to meet customer needsReliability and IntegrityTakes responsibility for personal performanceCan be counted on to do what needs done with little follow-upFlexibilityWilling to work in other departments or sitesShows enthusiasm and has a good attitude when asked to learn other jobsIs open to new ideasTeamworkValues, solicits, and utilizes input from othersLooks for ways to help outCommunicationProvides information to the next shift or to others in the companyParticipates in meetings and will ask questions when something is not clearAccountabilitySets a good example for others by demonstrating desired behaviorTakes action and makes the right decisions to get the job doneSupports Swagelok business goalsWorking 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.