Sinter Operator- 1st shift, 2nd shift - Electron Energy Corporation : Job Details

Are you skilled in handling high-temperature materials and ensuring precise heat treatment processes? Do you have a keen eye for detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team at Electron Energy Corporation (EEC) as a Sinter Operator!About Electron Energy Corporation At Electron Energy Corporation (EEC), we are leaders in rare earth magnet manufacturing, delivering cutting-edge solutions to industries such as space, aerospace, medical, and more. We are dedicated to excellence in our products and a supportive, safe work environment for our employees.Position Overview As a Sinter Operator, you will be responsible for sintering and heat-treating pressed parts, as well as conducting in-process testing to ensure quality. This role involves operating complex machinery, adhering to stringent safety protocols, and maintaining accurate records of production data.Key Responsibilities1. Safety - Optimize safety and minimize risks. - Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE). - Follow necessary safety precautions related to: - Close handling of high-temperature material up to 1200C. - Flammable powders. - Hydrogen. - Material handling (lifting up to 50 lbs.). - Nitrogen/Argon gases.2. Work Instructions and Process Control Standards (PCS) - Read, understand, and follow work instructions and PCS. - Access Paradigm to review and print relevant instructions. - Recommend revisions and updates to work instructions and PCS as needed.3. Machinery Setup - Stack parts to set standards in sinter boats and foil packs. - Load furnaces and select the correct checklist/program.4. Machinery Maintenance - Clean and organize machinery, equipment, and work areas. - Perform required preventative maintenance. - Maintain inventory of foil packs and separators. - Request reorder of consumables as needed.5. Machinery Operation - Operate tube furnaces, horizontal and vertical vacuum furnaces, vacuum storage tubes, in-process testing systems, wire brushes, and nitrogen boxes/lines. - Follow checklists and operating procedures. - Keep jobs separated and clean parts before in-process inspection. - Meet established quality standards and production rates.6. Data Recording - Accurately record data into ERP systems, manufacturing routers, logs, databases, and control charts.7. In-Process Inspection - Conduct inspections as required during production.8. Escalation Policy - Adhere to EEC's escalation policy to address production issues promptly.Accountability - Perform to the best of your ability to achieve assigned outputs.- Communicate with your manager if outputs are at risk or if you have ideas for improvement.- Seek guidance when necessary to ensure optimal performance.Mandatory Requirements1. Knowledge/Education/Certification - High school diploma or equivalent required.2. Experience - One to two years of experience in a similar role preferred.3. Role Complexity - Involves routine and diversified activities, requiring a solid understanding of specific processes.4. Inspection Requirements - Requires rigorous analysis and testing to complex standards in a laboratory setting.5. Responsibility for Accuracy - Attention to detail is crucial; errors may result in moderate material or time loss.6. Decision Making - Some responsibility for minor operational decisions affecting costs and processes.7. Communication - Requires occasional verbal and written communication, including maintaining logs and records.8. Supervision Received - Work independently with occasional guidance from supervisors.9. Tools and Equipment - Competence in operating complex instruments, machines, or equipment.10. Equipment and Work Area Responsibility* - Responsible for machine setup, basic maintenance, and cleaning; moderate care required.11. Confidentiality - Minimal responsibility for confidentiality beyond standard company policies.12. Hazards and Working Conditions - High to very high potential for injury or health damage; adherence to safety protocols is essential.13. Physical and Mental Demands - Requires sustained physical effort and quick decision-making on a diverse range of tasks.If you're ready to take on exciting challenges, make a significant impact, and be part of a team dedicated to excellence, we invite you to apply for the Sinter Operator position at Electron Energy Corporation today!Electron Energy Corporation, as a U.S. Government contractor and/or subcontractor, shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of protected veteran status or disability, and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.