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Utility plant operation.
Details
- Found
- 5 d ago · posted 2026-10-22
- Location
- Wallingford, CT, US
Full description
Introduction:
As an Utility Operator, you will be responsible for operateing heavy gauge reduction line, soak furnaces, NX line, blender and performs powder processing per established work instructions.
Responsibilities:
• Starts and shuts down furnaces according to standard operating practices.
• Brings furnaces to established temperature and adjusts Nitrogen and Hydrogen flows to appropriate levels for different alloys.
• Undergo comprehensive cross-training to proficiently operate the compaction mill.
• Performs quality checks to ensure product meets internal and customer specifications using various measuring devices.
• Completes all required documentation including and not limited to: the log sheet for EPA standards and filing job card.
• Provide training to fellow operators as required to enhance team capabilities and efficiency.
• Performs all safety and quality checks on the equipment and perform required preventive maintenance and other maintenance as required.
• Demonstrate proficiency in operating multiple machines concurrently to meet production targets.
• Performs throughout cleaning of machinery during alloy change over to reduce risk of cross contamination.
• Input digital job outputs accurately into ERP system for production records.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization in designated work area to uphold safety and efficiency standards.
• Operate crane to lift various size loads including hoppers, barrels and industrial equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned or directed.
Requirements:
• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic computer functions for data entry purposes.
• Must be detail-oriented with strong critical thinking and organizational skills.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays as scheduled.
• Must be able to work overtime.
• Able to fluently read/write english without assistance.
The Utility Operator must also be able to do the following:
• Ability to repetitively walk, stand, bend, stoop, push/pull, lift, grasp/feel, see, talk, hear, and repetitive motions.
• Ability to work around metal powders and nickels.
• Ability to wear a respirator while conducting job duties.
• Ability to work around and on industrial equipment.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment (e.g., forklift, scissor lift, front-end loader, payloader)
• Ability to ascend and descend steep stairs and ladders.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Ability to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots, and hearing protection.
• Ability to work in a production area with usually moderate noise level. The production area is not climate controlled.
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