Manufacturing Technician Operators

Responsibilities

• Support the safe and efficient operation of a pilot plant facility focused on metal processing technologies.
• Assist with furnace operations.
• Perform minor repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Support commissioning and construction activities.
• Manage materials and inventory.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety, environmental, and operational protocols.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required.
• Understanding of production procedures.
• Experience following very specific procedures and documenting the completion of critical steps.
• Excellent mechanical skills, including comfort with using tools to make simple repairs.
• Capable of effective communication, including speaking, writing, active listening, and taking instruction.
• Domain of basic computer skills, including data entry, emailing etc.
• Previous experience in heavy industry, pilot plant operations, steelmaking, foundry work, or similar high-temperature processing environments preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with mechanical maintenance, including troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance of industrial equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, including use of tools and ability to perform basic fabrication, repairs, and component replacement.
• Experience working under strict safety regulations, particularly in high-risk environments involving heat, molten materials, or heavy machinery.
• Familiarity with cranes, rigging, or material handling systems preferred.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and work in a fast-paced pilot and R&D-driven environment.

Pay

Salary: $32.00/hour.

Schedule

Schedule: Flexible schedule, 8-hour shifts and overtime opportunities, (days, nights, weekends, and holidays).

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefit package including health, dental, disability, life and voluntary insurance options, time to recharge through PTO plus paid holidays and parental leave, work-life balance with a flexible work schedule, retirement plan and company matching 6%, employee assistance program, and relocation assistance may be offered.

About the Role

Objective: Support the safe and efficient operation of a pilot plant facility focused on metal processing technologies.