Technician- 3rd Shift at Oerlikon Balzers in Wixom, Michigan

Job Description:

Technician- 3rd Shift

Technician 3rd Shift

The Technician pre-treats a variety of customer products using standardized methods to prepare products for coating. He/She uses analytical thinking and a high-degree of creativity to oversee and assemble chamber loads based on customer specifications. As part of his/her regular responsibilities, this person will make critical processing decisions, to initiate the coating process as well as be responsible for disassembling and reconfiguring the chamber for subsequent loads.

We offer

Aside from a dynamic global culture and leading market position, we are proud to offer our employees development opportunities, competitive salary and a robust benefit program ALL available on first day of employment!

The perks and benefits of working at Oerlikon include the following:

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums, company sponsored HSA contributions and without cumbersome waiting periods to keep you going strong.
• Excellent Dental and Vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance, Financial and Wellness programs to help improve all aspects of your life journey.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match and financial planning and education options to help you achieve your retirement goals
• Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources to satisfy your love of learning so you can continue to grow with us!
• Generous paid time off to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
• 12 paid company holidays to occasionally extend your weekends or time off.
• Flexible hours or remote work environment available for certain positions
• 100% company paid life insurance and disability insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus program because why not to bring your friends to work everyday!

Your Responsibilities

• Perform daily changeover maintenance of pre/post treatment equipment
• Optimize the daily use of production equipment
• Work with Quality Coordinator and Center Manager to identify and address quality concerns
• Operate and maintain coating equipment according to specifications
• Minimize equipment downtime through preventative maintenance procedures
• Maintain and update equipment records
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Management.

Your Profile

• High School graduate or GED or equivalent experience.
• 2-4 years of previous experience in HVAC, carpentry, automotive/industrial equipment repair, or construction preferred
• Knowledge of cutting tools (e.g., drills, etc.)
• Previous experience with coating techniques, blasting, or plating strongly desired
• Individual must have strong work ethic, be detail-oriented, and creative
• Must be comfortable working with hands and be able to lift 30lbs
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work overtime when required

Can you identify with this position and are you looking for a new challenge? Then we are eager to meet you! Please apply online.

About us

Oerlikon is a global innovation powerhouse for surface engineering, polymer processing and additive manufacturing in key industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, tooling and textiles. We serve as a key partner in enabling our customers to reach their targets for optimizing the performance, function and sustainability of their products and manufacturing processes.
Our solutions reduce emissions in transportation, maximize longevity and performance of tools, increase energy efficiency and advance intelligent material and sustainable polymer processing. These achievements are proven hallmarks of our global leadership.

We at Oerlikon embrace diversity. This is reflected in more than 11,800 employees, representing over 93 nationalities and our presence in more than 38 countries and 207 locations worldwide.

Learn more about Oerlikon:
https://www.oerlikon.com/en/brands/

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