Auxiliary Operator - Level 2

Shift: 1st shift | City: Solon, Ohio (Northeast Ohio, USA)

Position 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 operations
• Understands and utilizes necessary controls, tooling, holders, and fixtures to perform assigned tasks with minimal assistance from trainer
• Ability to perform multiple bench operations and setups per documentation
• Requires little assistance with setting up and operating routine parts on standard equipment
• Follows all quality guidelines and product segregation procedures
• Understands visual requirements for products being manufactured
• Understands process improvement and product flow within department
• Understands and supports lean efforts including 5S visual display and the metrics listed on the Primary Visual Display Board
• Recognizes and complies with all applicable Swagelok procedures
• Demonstrates the skills listed in the master training plan within the minimum time requirements

Education and Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Minimum of 12 months of experience (not including time spent in the Learner level) before eligibility for advancement to an Independent Auxiliary Operator position (required)
• Good mechanical skills aptitude (preferred)

Critical Competencies

• Customer Focus – meets due dates, informs supervisor of problems, willing to put in extra effort to meet customer needs
• Reliability and Integrity – takes responsibility for personal performance, can be counted on with little follow‑up
• Flexibility – willing to work in other departments or sites, shows enthusiasm and a good attitude when learning other jobs, 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 others; participates in meetings and asks questions when something is not clear
• Accountability – sets a good example for others, takes action and makes the right decisions to get the job done, supports Swagelok business goals

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting productivity standards
• Maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other standards
• Must be able to lift kegs and boxes regularly between 25–35 lb and occasionally between 35–50 lb
• Considerable standing, stooping, and bending required

Benefits

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