Manufacturing Operator

Chemelex
$17.80 - $33.00
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, California, Redwood City
May 23, 2025
Chemelex is a global leader in electric thermal and sensing solutions, protecting the world's critical processes, places and people. With over 50 years of innovation and a commitment to excellence, we develop solutions that ensure safety, reliability, and efficiency in diverse environments - from industrial plants and data centers to people's homes. We deliver future-ready technologies, advanced engineering capabilities and local expertise backed by global standards. Our offering includes a leading portfolio from our trusted brands: Raychem, Tracer, Nuheat and Pyrotenax. Chemelex is a global leader in electric thermal and sensing solutions, protecting the world's critical processes, places and people. With over 50 years of innovation and a commitment to excellence, we develop solutions that ensure safety, reliability, and efficiency in diverse environments - from industrial plants and data centers to people's homes. We deliver future-ready technologies, advanced engineering capabilities and local expertise backed by global standards. Our offering includes a leading portfolio from our trusted brands: Raychem, Tracer, Nuheat and Pyrotenax. We're looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success - and their own. POSITION SUMMARY Machine Operator will work in a team environment and operate manufacturing equipment. Ability to work, communicate and participate in a fast-changing environment. Comfortable with basic computer programs. Must be able to enter data accurately and follow written instructions. Team members are also expected to share in team activities, which include participation in meetings, giving and receiving feedback, sending, and reading e-mail, housekeeping, and safety activities. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Machine operation: set up, operate, and monitor production machinery to ensure efficient operation and production of high-quality products. Position parts, actuate machine controls, and visually check work for properly riveted parts and obvious defects such as incorrect hole size, cracked rivets, stripped threads, or improper alignment. Quality control: inspect finished products for defects or inconsistencies, ensuring they meet company standards and specifications. Report any quality issues or faulty equipment, defective material and/or unusual conditions to the supervisor and assist in implementing corrective actions. Production support: assist in maintaining an organized and clean production area, following all safety and sanitation guidelines. Load materials into machines and ensure an adequate supply throughout the production process. Record production data, such as quantities, machine performance, and any issues encountered during production. Safety and compliance: follow all safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and your colleagues. Cross training is mandatory. Report any safety hazards or concerns to the supervisor immediately. Team collaboration: work closely with other team members and supervisors to meet production goals and deadlines. Provide support in other areas of production as needed, including packaging, labeling, and product assembly. Good computer skills and arithmetic skills are needed Strong teamwork, leadership, and communication skills are a must Ability to work independently and on cross-functional teams Self-starter that takes initiative May be required to perform additional duties as assigned DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Preferred high school diploma or equivalent. Must be a self-starter and possess basic computer skills (Word, and SAP a plus). Demonstrated skills in attention to detail and accuracy Skill in verbal and written communication to document and communicate to team. Ability to recommend and present ideas and solutions to groups at all levels of the organization Ability to participate in group discussions and offer constructive advice and actions to assist in a team environment WORKING CONDITIONS * Occasionally must be able to lift 40 lbs. Pull, push, grab, bend, stoop or kneel frequently. The ability to stand for an 8-hour shift. Clearly and comfortably, view, interpret and process information within department. Use a computer monitor for extended periods, during normal working hours is required. AT CHEMELEX We protect places of progress through electric excellence. Pioneering plants, sprawling data centers, busy transport hubs, and your own home. These are the places that bring progress to the world, and the places that we protect with time-tested technologies, advanced engineering, and a suite of services. Because here, excellence is everything. Our Dimensions of Excellence reflect the core values of Chemelex. Together, they inspire our decisions and guide our actions - defining excellence in our work for colleagues, customers and communities. Experts with empathy Explorer mindset Example for others Exceptional impact At Chemelex: We protect places of progress through electric excellence. Pioneering plants, sprawling data centers, busy transport hubs, and your own home. These are the places that bring progress to the world, and the places that we protect with time-tested technologies, advanced engineering, and a suite of services. Because here, excellence is everything. Our Dimensions of Excellence reflect the core values of Chemelex. Together, they inspire our decisions and guide our actions - defining excellence in our work for colleagues, customers and communities. Experts with empathy Explorer mindset Example for others Exceptional impact Pay Transparency The pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee's work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply. Compensation Range: $17.80 - $33.00 Per Hour Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives. Benefit Overview At Chemelex, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for full-time employees that includes: Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance. A 401(k) retirement plan with a company match. Other supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law. Machine Operator will work in a team environment and operate manufacturing equipment. Ability to work, communicate and participate in a fast-changing environment. Comfortable with basic computer programs. Must be able to enter data accurately and follow written instructions. Team members are also expected to share in team activities, which include participation in meetings, giving and receiving feedback, sending, and reading e-mail, housekeeping, and safety activities.