Operator/Maintainer at Kaiser Aluminum Fabricated Products

Spokane Valley, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 May, 26

Salary

28.45

Posted On

27 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Operation of Machinery, Manual Tasks, Cooperation, Teamwork, Attention To Detail, Prompt Reaction Speed, Safety Compliance, Quality Compliance, Environmental Compliance, Industrial Saws Operation, Hand Tools Usage, Computer Operation, Crane Operation, Fork Truck Operation, Interpersonal Skills, Adaptability

Industry

Fabricated Metal Products

Description

POSITION: Operator Maintainer POSITION SPECIFICATIONS REPORTS TO: First-Line Leader FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt SUPERVISES: None Benefits * Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, including spouse and children (no payroll deductions for employee) * $28.45 per hour * 10 paid holidays per year * Pro-rated vacation following probation (begins at 40 hours and increases based on years of service) * Shift differential & schedule premiums (rotating shifts) * Longevity pay increase after 5 years of service * Boot Allowance * 401K with a current Company match of 8% * Monthly Bonus structure * Work clothing provided ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Production team members are responsible for the production of aluminum alloy products through the operation of various machinery and manual tasks. Necessity of continuous operation demands cooperation, teamwork, close attention to detail, and prompt speed of reaction to events. The plant is divided into three working areas: Saw Line, Centerbay, and Shipping. Production team members preference into, and typically work daily in these areas. Depending on workload and experience, production team members can move from area to area as required by metal requirements. The Production Team Member's essential functions include: * See Job Description for assigned area. * Comply with all safety, quality and environmental regulations. Tools and Equipment used in Job: Industrial saws, hand tools, computers, cranes. Mobile Equipment used to Perform Job: Fork truck PPE Required for Job: Safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes, protective arm guards, and gloves. Qualifications EDUCATION * High school diploma or GED. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES THIS INDIVIDUAL WILL: * Have well developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to quickly adapt to, be accepted by, and interrelate with the organization. * Be willing to safely work flexible hours. Be energetic, disciplined and focused on maximizing team performance. * Demonstrate success within a team based structure. * Have good interpersonal and partnering skills, with the ability to quickly adapt to, be accepted by, and interrelate with the organization at all levels. * Be willing to work shifts, weekends, holidays and rotating schedules, if necessary. PERFORMANCE FACTORS * Attendance and Dependability: The employee can be depended on to report to work at the scheduled time and is seldom absent from work for non-protected reasons. Employee can be depended upon to complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner and is conscientious about assignments. * Communication and Contact: The employee communicates effectively both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the Company. * Relationships with Others: The employee works effectively and relates well with others including superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the Company. The employee exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working relationships. WORK ENVIRONMENT * Approximately 100% of the job function is required in the plant/machine shop. There is exposure to loud noises, operating machinery and a manufacturing environment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS * There will be periods of walking and standing. * Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. * The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and climb or balance. * The employee is regularly required to reach with arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk and hear. * The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. TRAINING REQUIREMENTS * Refer to training matrix on file with Quality Department. We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered based on job-related qualifications and abilities. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran, or disability status. About Kaiser Aluminum: Talented people join our team because we are a company passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, contributing back to our communities and championing an inclusive culture.

Responsibilities

Production team members are responsible for manufacturing aluminum alloy products by operating various machinery and performing manual tasks within designated areas like the Saw Line, Centerbay, and Shipping. This role requires continuous operation, demanding strong cooperation, teamwork, attention to detail, and quick reaction times to maintain production flow.