We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Machining Operator – C! The role of the Machining Operator-C is to operate multiple types of machinery and equipment throughout the plant as necessary in accordance with Avidity Science specifications and quality standards.
For over 70 years, Avidity Science has been the global leader in water purification technologies in the biomedical, life sciences and clinical research markets. We are proud to be a trusted partner to the global science community, delivering high quality, innovative products and unrivaled service. At Avidity Science, what you do matters. Our team of over 400 talented employees around the world each play a vital role in delivering on our Vision of enabling science to improve the quality of life.
Safety, Accountability, Respect, Integrity, Passion and Collaboration are the values we live every day, around the world. We are passionate about our most important asset – our people and cultivate an environment that provides development opportunities to grow professionally, and we offer a comprehensive total rewards package for your health and life.
Key Job Responsibilities:

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Operate machinery and equipment within the Welding, Finishing, Machining and Fabrication departments.

Perform all tasks of the Finishing Associate, Welder Associate, Machining Associate and Fabricator Associate.

Adjust and maintain set-ups.

Maintain a neat and orderly work environment following the 5S standards.

Use computer to enter labor hours.

Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor/Manager.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Knowledge of standard manufacturing and business tools, including Microsoft Office.

Knowledge of Material Safety Data Sheets for chemicals used in Finishing, Electropolish Welding and Fabrication.

Knowledge of manufacturing processes.

Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in written business correspondence.

Ability to adapt quickly to changing environments.

Ability to learn new concepts with general supervision.

Ability to manage commitments.

Ability to present an idea to a group.

Ability to display a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to learn to set-up, run and troubleshoot new equipment introduced to department.

Ability to determine best finishing method for each machined, fabricated and welded part.

Ability to logically troubleshoot machinery and equipment.

Physical Demands:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The employee is regularly required to stand, sit; use hands to finger handle or touch and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use foot/feet to operate machine. The employee is occasionally required to walk and reach above shoulders.

The employee is regularly required to lift and carry up to 10 lbs. The employee is occasionally required to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance and color vision and the ability to adjust focus.

The employee is occasionally required to work near moving, mechanical parts.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Personal protective equipment required to safely perform this job includes safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection and rubber/vinyl gloves. Hair must be pulled back and no jewelry may be worn when operating any power equipment.

Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years related experience in a manufacturing environment.

Ability to read and interpret drawings and blueprints.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Job Type: Full-time