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Machine Operator
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Operates and sets up manual production machines, melting furnaces and hand tools to fabricate precious metal jewelry components such as tubing and bands, checking output and maintaining logs in a manufacturing facility.
About this role
We are looking for an experienced Machine Operator for our manufacturing facility in Roanoke. This is a career opportunity, and you will be an integral member of our production team. As Machine Operator you will have the opportunity to apply your skills and learn new processes and machine operations.
4-day work week Monday - Thursday!
Day shift - no nights, no weekends!
**HVAC climate-controlled facility**
Responsibilities include:
- Set up and operate manual production machines
- Control and adjust machine settings
- Feed raw material through machines
- Straighten and trim tubing using hand tools, small spinning lathes and wet cut off saw
- Set up and operate melting furnaces
- Check output to spot any machine-related mistakes or flaws
- Fix issues that might occur during the shift
- Maintain activity logs
- Maintain clean safe work area
Requirements:
- Machine operator experience in a manufacturing production setting
- Attention to detail
- Ability to lift 50 pounds multiple times throughout shift
- Able to stand, walk and reach throughout the shift
- Ability to work with limited supervision
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to understand and speak English
- Manual dexterity
- Visual acuity
This role operates in a manufacturing facility where conditions may include exposure to loud noise, fluctuating temperatures (hot or cold), and moving machinery. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required. The position involves walking, standing, and occasional lifting of materials.
What we offer:
- 80 hours of paid holiday time per year
- 80 hours paid vacation to start
- Paid personal days
- 40 hours paid sick leave per year
- 401(k) Plan with a company match
- Paid Parental Leave
- Medical and dental insurance
- Vision Plan and prescription drug coverage
- Flexible Spending Account
- Company paid life insurance
- Company paid short-term and long-term disability plans
- Corporate discount program
- Annual Incentive Bonus Program
Pay Range: $20 - $22 per hour
The starting rate offered to a successful candidate will be determined based on job-related factors including relevant experience, skills, education, training, certifications, demonstrated performance, and overall qualifications. The Company also considers internal equity, market conditions, and business needs when making compensation decisions. This pay range reflects the hourly rate the Company reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at the time of posting.We have been in business for over 150 years!
John C. Nordt, a brand of LeachGarner, is a leading manufacturer and supplier of precious metal products to the jewelry industry. The company was founded in 1872 in New York City and has operated in Roanoke since 1984. Nordt’s manufacturing plant has been specifically designed to fabricate precious metals products including wedding bands, diamond rings, bracelets and tubing of highest quality.
LeachGarner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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