Machine Operators (Bulk Technician)

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Machine Operators (Bulk Technician)

About the role

The Machine Operators (or bulk technician) works on the production floor, setting up, operating and adjusting a variety of machines. Your spooling wiring or sleeving it with a protective jacket.

About you

You enjoy hands-on work and take pride in producing high-quality products. You\'re naturally detail-oriented, dependable, and eager to learn new skills in a manufacturing environment. Working with machinery and tools interests you, and you're comfortable following safety and quality standards to ensure the best results. Whether it's operating machines, working with materials, or learning new processes, you’re always looking to improve and contribute to the team's success.

About us

Established in 1965, Vermillion, Inc. is an award-winning and recession-proof designer and manufacturer of custom-made cables and shielding built for general aviation, aerospace, and defense applications. Our employees enjoy a small company atmosphere with big-company benefits, including health/vision/dental insurance, FSA/HSA, PTO, education and tuition reimbursement, and matching 401k. Our culture centers around collaboration and the individual contributions brought to the table daily by everyone on our team.

We are growing – grow with us!

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Set-up, operate, and adjust machines as required to complete duties listed below
  • Bulk Re-Spool – Spool product/wire to specified spools and clean shielded/jacketed material in preparation for next operation; prepare bulk product for inventory or final inspection
  • Sleeving – Pull bulk material through sleeving or protective jacketing by using air nozzles and bullets to expand sleeving for application
  • Tape – Install miscellaneous types/widths of tape by machine or by hand to meet specified requirements
  • Learn the requirements to operate one (1) to three (3) machines (Wardwell braider, Butt braider, cabler, extruder, etc)
  • Perform all duties in accordance with Vermillion Quality Management System and Safety standards, using situation-appropriate tools and protective equipment
  • Develop an understanding of the principles of continuity and operation of test equipment
  • Maintain a pristine and organized workbench
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Ability to read and understand drawings and work orders
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to plan and manage multiple tasks
  • Ability to list 30 pounds
  • General knowledge of machine operation
  • Ability to assemble products according to verbal or written instructions, or by following drawings/diagrams
  • This position requires the employee to have clear vision at 20 inches or less and clear vision at 20 feet or less (with or without the use of personal corrective eyewear) in addition to color vision in order to identify and distinguish colors.

Benefits

  • Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability insurance
  • PTO accrual from day one
  • 401(k) with match after 1 year
  • FSA and HSA accounts
  • Tuition and Education reimbursement (after 1 year)

Shift

  • 7 AM to 3:30 PM
  • Potential for overtime
  • Reliable attendance and punctuality are required

Vermillion, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. We expect to fill job vacancies with the most qualified candidate. No person will be discriminated against on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, disability, military status, veteran status or ancestry.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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