Machine Operator

Job Description

Career opportunity in manufacturing!

We are looking to hire Machine Operators, and these roles offer plenty of room for growth! You will be trained to operate various production equipment and processes working with precious metals. There are pay increases with successful completion of established milestones.

Responsibilities include:

Set up and operate manual production machines

Control and adjust machine settings

Feed raw material through machines

Straighten, trim and identify drawn tubing using hand tools, small spinning lathes and wet cut off saw

Set up and operate melting furnaces

Check output to spot any machine-related mistakes or flaws

Fix issues that might occur during the shift

Maintain activity logs

Maintain clean safe work area

Requirements:

Experience working in a manufacturing production setting

Machine operator experience preferred

Attention to detail

Ability to lift 50 pounds multiple times throughout shift

Able to stand, walk and reach throughout the shift

Ability to work with limited supervision

High school diploma or GED

Ability to understand and speak English

Manual dexterity

Visual acuity

What we offer:

80 hours paid holidays a year

80 hours paid vacation to start

Paid Parental Leave

Paid personal days

40 hours of sick leave per calendar year

401(k) Plan with a company match

Medical and dental insurance

Vision insurance and prescription drug coverage

Flexible Spending Account

Company paid life insurance

Company paid short-term and long-term disability plans

Corporate discount program

Annual Incentive Bonus Program

We have been in business for over 150 years! John C. Nordt, a brand of LeachGarner, is a leading manufacturer and supplier of precious metal products to the jewelry industry. The company was founded in 1872 in New York City and has operated in Roanoke since 1984. Nordt’s manufacturing plant has been specifically designed to fabricate precious metals products including wedding bands, diamond rings, bracelets and tubing of highest quality.

LeachGarner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Full-time