Machine Operator - Grinders & Saws 2nd Shift

Job Description

Description:

Coldwater, Michigan $20.50-$25.50/hour + 20% Shift Differential Benefits Starting Day One

Learn Multiple Machines. Build Skills That Grow With You.

Elmet Technologies is hiring a 2nd Shift Machine Operator – Grinders & Saws to join our Metals team in Coldwater, Michigan.

This is a hands-on manufacturing role working with equipment used to produce molybdenum bar products. You’ll learn to set up and operate production equipment, measure materials, follow production orders, and keep materials accurately identified throughout the manufacturing process.

You’ll also have the opportunity to cross-train across multiple work centers, including saws, grinders, and lathes.

You don’t need to come in knowing every machine. If you’re mechanically inclined, comfortable with basic math, pay attention to detail, and are willing to learn, we want to hear from you.

What’s In It for You

Your hourly wage is just the beginning. Elmet offers competitive pay, bonuses, benefits, and opportunities to grow.

$20.50-$25.50per hour, plus a 20% 2nd-shift differential

$250 perfect-attendance bonus every month — up to $3,000 per year

Quarterly production bonus of up to 9%, based on company performance

4% company match on retirement savings

Benefits starting Day One

Three medical plan options

Dental and vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

Company-paid short-term and long-term disability

Paid time off

Paid company holidays

Tuition assistance

$1,000 employee referral bonus

Internal growth opportunities

Your Schedule

This is a full-time, 2nd Shift position at our Coldwater, Michigan manufacturing facility.

You’ll work as part of the Metals team and receive training to work across multiple production areas as your skills develop.

What You’ll Do

As a Machine Operator, you’ll help turn raw material into finished molybdenum bar products using specialized manufacturing equipment.

Depending on your training and production needs, you’ll work with equipment including:

Saws used for end trimming and order preparation

Large and small grinders, including centerless grinders

Manual mills and lathes

The original position is specifically designed for operators to work in more than one work center after receiving appropriate training.

During a typical shift, you’ll:

Safely set up and operate assigned production equipment

Make sure equipment is set correctly for production requirements

Follow production orders and instructions from your supervisor

Accurately identify and track materials throughout the production process

Confirm completed production accurately in Global Shop

Weigh, measure, and monitor materials as required for each process

Use tape measures, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools

Check your work for accuracy and quality

Learn additional machines and processes as you gain experience

Adapt to changing production needs

Keep equipment and work areas clean, safe, and organizedRequirements:

You Could Be a Great Fit If You:

We’re looking for someone who enjoys hands-on work and wants to develop manufacturing skills.

You could be a great fit if you:

Pay close attention to details and take pride in producing quality work

Have basic math skills

Are comfortable learning how to set up and operate machinery

Can follow production instructions carefully

Are willing to learn how to use tape measures, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools

Can learn and retain new processes

Can adjust when production needs change

Like solving problems instead of simply passing them along

Take safety seriously

Can work independently and as part of a team

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required for this position.

Don’t already know how to use a micrometer or caliper? That’s okay. If you’re willing to learn, we’ll teach you.

What Success Looks Like

We don’t expect you to know every machine on Day One. Successful Machine Operators:

Put safety first

Show up consistently and ready to work

Learn how to set up and operate equipment correctly

Follow production orders carefully

Measure materials accurately

Keep materials properly identified throughout production

Enter production information accurately

Pay attention to product quality

Take care of the equipment they operate

Ask questions when something isn’t clear

Learn additional machines and processes

Keep their work area clean and organized

Work well with teammates and adapt as production needs change

Learn More Than One Machine

One of the advantages of this role is the opportunity to develop skills across multiple types of manufacturing equipment.

After appropriate training, Machine Operators in the Metals department may work across saws, grinders, manual mills, and lathes rather than being limited to a single work center.

That gives you the opportunity to broaden your manufacturing skills, become more versatile, and prepare yourself for additional opportunities as you gain experience.

Elmet also offers tuition assistance and internal growth opportunities to help you continue developing your career.

Bring a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn. We’ll help you build the skills.

Build Products That Perform Where It Matters

Elmet Technologies is a U.S.-based advanced manufacturer specializing in high-performance refractory metals and precision-engineered products.

At our Coldwater facility, you’ll be part of a team producing specialized metal products for demanding applications where quality, precision, and performance matter.

In this role, you’ll work directly with molybdenum bar products, learning the equipment and processes required to transform material into products that meet exacting manufacturing requirements.

Ready to Get Started?

If you’re looking for hands-on work, strong benefits, and an opportunity to learn multiple manufacturing skills, we’d like to hear from you.

Search Process Note

The Elmet Group is managing this search directly and is not accepting submissions from outside recruitment firms.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Elmet Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proud federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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