Auxiliary Operator - Level 2

Build a Career That Moves the World

At Swagelok , precision matters. As one of Northeast Ohio's largest manufacturers, and a global leader in fluid system solutions, we create products that help industries operate safely and efficiently—from life-saving medical equipment and clean energy applications to semiconductor manufacturing, and deep-sea exploration.

We believe our people are our greatest strength. We invest in training, promote from within, and create opportunities for associates to grow their skills and build rewarding careers. Backed by our no-layoff philosophy , as a privately held company, we’re proud to offer stability and security in your career.

Shift:  24/7 nights (6pm - 6am) - 6:00 pm - 6:15 am (24/7)

Pay & Total Rewards

The pay range for this position is $16.70-$23.45 per hour, along with additional compensation through overtime and 30% shift differential when working an off-shift. The starting pay offered is based on your skills, experience, and additional qualifications needed for the role.

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package, starting day one, designed to support you and your family.

Our benefits include:

- Medical, dental, and vision insurance

- Retirement savings plans, including 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan

- Paid time off and holidays

- Tuition assistance and career development opportunities

- On-Site Health Clinic at our Solon Global Headquarters

- Employee wellness and safety programs

- Life and disability insurance

- Additional voluntary benefits and employee support programs

Position Summary:

Auxiliary Operators are responsible for enhancing and making minor alterations to products. At this level the associate has demonstrated proficiency at work with limited help while maintaining performance objectives on standard work processes. This includes recognition of routine problems and the ability to keep the process running by making appropriate adjustments to correct the problems.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates ability to use skills introduced at level 1 to perform basic, moderate and complex auxiliary operations

• Understands and utilizes necessary controls, tooling, holders, fixtures to perform assigned tasks with minimal assistance from trainer

• Ability to perform multiple bench operations and setups per documentation

• Requires little assistance with setting up and operating routine parts on standard equipment

•  Follows all quality guidelines and product segregation procedures

• Understands visual requirements for products being manufactured

• Understands process improvement and product flow within department

• Understands and supports lean efforts including (5S visual display and the metrics listed on Primary Visual Display Board)

• Recognizes and complies with all applicable Swagelok procedures

• The associate should understand and demonstrate the skills listed in the master training plan within the minimum time requirements.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum of 12 months of experience (not including time spent in the Learner level) before an associate can be eligible for advancement to an Independent Auxiliary Operator position.

Preferred:

• Good mechanical skills aptitude

Critical Competencies:

Customer Focus

• Is able to meet due dates in processes they are responsible for

• Will let supervisor know when there is a problem

• Willing to put in extra effort to meet customer needs

Reliability and Integrity

• Takes responsibility for personal performance

• Can be counted on to do what needs done with little follow-up

Flexibility

• Willing to work in other departments or sites

• Shows enthusiasm and has a good attitude when asked to learn other jobs

• Is open to new ideas

Teamwork

• Values, solicits, and utilizes input from others

•  Looks for ways to help out

Communication

• Provides information to the next shift or to others in the company

• Participates in meetings and will ask questions when something is not clear

Accountability

• Sets a good example for others by demonstrating desired behavior

• Takes action and makes the right decisions to get the job done

• Supports Swagelok business goals

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.

• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

• Must be able to lift Kegs and Boxes on a regular basis between 25 - 35 pounds and occasionally between 35 - 50 pounds.

• Considerable standing, stooping and bending is required.

Why Join Swagelok?

When you join Swagelok, you're joining a company where your work has real impact. You’ll be immersed in comprehensive training that helps you learn the machines you’ll be working on and the processes you’ll be a part of.

Whether your goal is to deepen your machining expertise, learn new technologies, or grow into leadership, you'll find opportunities to advance in an environment built on collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

If you're ready to take the next step in your manufacturing career, apply today and discover a career where stability meets opportunity.

Swagelok is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Applicants are selected without regard to race, ethnicity, creed, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, pregnancy-related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

Swagelok will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and applicable state law.  If you require an accommodation to complete an online application, please reach out to our team by emailing [email protected].

This job summary is intended to be brief and does not list all the duties for this position. Nothing in this job description should be construed as an express or implied contract of employment. Swagelok is an at-will employer, which means that either party is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time, without any advanced notice, for any reason or no reason.