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The Machine Operator II will perform all processing steps necessary for the flow of product through the Complex work cell; ensure product quality and adherence to appropriate processing standards; assist and instruct other departmental employees as directed.

This role is based at our facility in Tucson, AZ. The 1st shift schedule is 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM.

You will have the opportunity to:

+ Comply with all PPE and job- or area-specific workplace safety requirements

+ Properly use lockout/tagout procedures

+ Perform checks on production runs and machine functions to maintain quality levels

+ Work effectively with QC/QA personnel to improve output capability and quality

+ Competently operate all essential machines and/or equipment in the work cell

+ Help evaluate equipment tooling if necessary

+ Identify and actively participate in continuous improvements of safety, quality, and production

+ Maintain or exceed standard production rates

+ May perform basic maintenance repair

+ Perform all required tasks at a high level of performance

+ Set up all required machines, receive guidance from appropriate personnel as needed

+ Setup, run, inspect, clean orders, as needed

+ Train other employees on proper equipment operation and/or setup

+ Troubleshoot general problems in the area including machine or equipment problems as needed

+ Work with minimal direct supervision, work from establish procedures but use reasoning skills to resolve problems

+ Work effectively in a team environment, think creatively, problem solve, work safely

REQUIREMENTS:

+ High School Diploma or GED equivalent

+ Minimum two years' experience with work cell-specific machines and equipment

+ Knowledge of product quality concepts and ISO principles

+ Can use a variety of inspection and measuring tools and techniques, including comparators if necessary

+ Technical awareness, able to work with data analysis and problem-solving techniques

+ Understands complex grinding and conventional machining process and machine requirements

The selection of the person to be hired for this position is contingent on the candidate having export compliance eligibility for access to U.S. controlled technology which comes under the licensing jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of State, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the U.S. Department of Commerce, Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

The candidate selected will have to qualify as either a U.S. citizen, a U.S. National, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a Person Admitted into the U.S. as an Asylee or Refugee., a National of a country that is not prohibited from having access to U.S. controlled technology (via a letter of assurance), or a Person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on Materion’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with Materion’s business requirements.

Materion Corporation and its subsidiaries (the “Company”) is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company’s personnel representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Materion’s Veteran Employee Resource group supports veterans and promotes the benefits of hiring veterans in the workplace. We honor all those who have served and are a military friendly company. Veterans are encouraged to apply and military experience and skills are transferrable to Materion careers.

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