Shift: 2nd shiftCity: SolonSwagelok, Northeast Ohio, USASwagelok is a global organization and one of the largest employers of manufacturing talent in Northeast Ohio. We are driven by our core values of Quality, Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Customer Focus, Innovation, and Continuous Improvement, which are demonstrated through our daily actions. For 75 years, our dedication to our core values has been the foundation for our success. Our products have been up into space, down to the bottom of the ocean, and everywhere in between. That same dedication spans to our customers.Throughout our organization we demonstrate a commitment to these values and those we bring onboard. Whether you want to grow in your role or explore broad opportunities and develop new skills—you’ll thrive in a culture that promotes learning and development.We strive to be a company where we all can do our best work with a true sense of purpose and belonging.Be Connected. Be Valued. Be You.We hope you’ll consider joining our team.Position Summary:At this level the operator shall be proficient at their job with only limited help while maintaining performance objectives regarding 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:To operate welding equipment within both cellular and non-cellular work environments. Position requires the ability to learn multiple types of welding and test equipment (Swagelok power supplies, Swagelok standard/micro weld heads, dual/single chuck weld lathes, leak detection equipment, bore scope, VAC Dri-Train, Comparator, buffing wheels, and appropriate inspection gages). Print reading ability is required. The ability to trouble shoot and make appropriate judgment calls based on experience is required. The welder must demonstrate a high attention to detail, that is balanced by the ability to meet production demands.Makes sound decisions, on his/her own, to make adjustments when neededPerforms the safety and housekeeping standards in this area and daily and weekly maintenance on the equipmentUses the necessary controls for weld parameter adjustmentsAccurately adjusts of torch, gas lines and fixturingMakes accurate speed settingsPerforms the required in process inspectionsUses shop geometry and complex gages required for current part including use of the comparatorCan identify the electrode that needs to be changedChanges routine toolingCan successfully setup and operate equipment with minimal assistanceCleans/Inspects welding equipment accessoriesRecognizes and complies with all applicable Swagelok proceduresUnderstands QN (Quality Notification) paperwork and procedureUses PVD (Primary Visual Display) and schedule boardsUnderstands standard work and workflowsDoes not experience excessive down time and/or ask for help due to elementary problems that were overlookedEducation and/or Work Experience Requirements:Required:No Education RequiredPreferred:Shop floor experienceExperience with Nickel-based and other exotic alloysBasic understanding of manufacturing prints and products.Basic computer skills.Basic shop math – ability to do simple calculations such as stack-upsMechanical aptitude.Troubleshooting skills.Understanding of gages including calipers, go/ no-go, and comparatorA general knowledge of SAP is preferred.Critical Competencies:Customer FocusIs able to meet due dates in processes they are responsible forWill let supervisor know when there is a problemWilling to put in extra effort to meet customer needsReliability and IntegrityTakes responsibility for personal performanceCan be counted on to do what needs done with little follow-upFlexibilityWilling to work in other departments or sitesShows enthusiasm and has a good attitude when asked to learn other jobsIs open to new ideasTeamworkValues, solicits, and utilizes input from othersLooks for ways to help outCommunicationProvides information to the next shift or to others in the companyParticipates in meetings and will ask questions when something is not clearAccountabilitySets a good example for others by demonstrating desired behaviorTakes action and makes the right decisions to get the job doneSupports Swagelok business goalsWorking Conditions and/or Physical Requirements:Good vision: Must be able to sustain effective visual inspection over an 8-hour shift.Must be able to pass pre-employment and annual Vision Acuity testsLifting: Maybe lifting to 25lbs. frequentlyManual dexterity: Must demonstrate manual dexterity required to properly handle products and gagesSitting/ Standing: May be required to sit or stand 8 hours per day. Must be able to move throughout the shop floor to gather samples, moving parts, etc.