Machine Operator Apprentice - Selux Corporation

Overview Selux is offering an exciting oppporunity to become a Machine Operator Apprentice! Machine Operator Apprentice will acquire the necessary skills to operate machinery for making light fixtures in a manufacturing environment. Salary: $17hr As an apprentice you will work with an experienced Machine Operator personnel, complete 2,700 hours of hands-on training over several years in areas of: Safety and Workplace Orientation Production Equipment Set Up Production Equipment Operation Quality Production and Quality Assurance Routine Equipment Maintenance Inventory and Material Processes General Business Knowledge Continuous Improvement Local Options * Apprentices must complete 144 hours of related classroom instruction covering Safety, Health, and the Workplace, and Trade Theory & Skills * Ensure safety culture is maintained and respond to all EH&S requirements promptly Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The ability to use appropriate measuring instruments to the task. The ability to operate hand tools. The ability to operate a variety of machines in the factory including sheet metal punching and forming, drilling, tapping, cutting, bending, sanding, grinding, etc. Strive to meet planned work center times in ERP system. The ability to interface with other departments to accomplish tasks. The ability to communicate professionally. Maintain a clean work area as required. Working ability to apply all applicable safety requirements to comply with regulatory agencies. Performs ERP transactions accurately to company policies and procedures. Qualifications Qualifications / Interest The ideal apprentice candidate should have entry level experience in manufacturing / industrial maintenance or the interest and ability to learn quickly on the job Industrial maintenance experience, interest or mechanical aptitude High school diploma or equivalent. Ability to read and interpret blue prints and schematics Familiarity with manufacturing processes. Ability to read, write and speak English fluently Understand the critical importance of environmental rules and regulations Be available to work overtime when required Company Website Company Profile Employment Selux Corporation has a successful track record of tremendous growth and sustainability as a world-wide manufacturer of architecturally designed luminaires, nestled right here in the Hudson Valley. We offer a great variety of interesting work, allowing our employees exposure to both the interior and exterior architectural lighting market, in addition to many European affiliates. Selux Corporation recruits and retains talented employees who are interested in making a long-term commitment to an organization that continually invests in the latest manufacturing techniques and new technologies, as well as its employees. Benefits Selux Corporation's benefit philosophy is simple we want to help our employees to build great futures. We are doing that through comprehensive health plans, wellness programs, dental and vision coverage, short and long term disability programs, company paid life insurance, 401(k), training programs, and an emphasis on work-life balance. Selux is committed to offering affordable benefit plans to its employees by having low employee contributions, co-payments, and deductibles, while providing access to the best possible care available. Contact our Human Resource Department for more detailed information