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Praxis Technology Production Operator - (2nd Shift) in Queensbury, New York
Are you ready to work for a company that truly cares about making a meaningful difference in this world?
About Us
Praxis Technology is a manufacturing company that designs and develops titanium parts for medical devices, aerospace and other consumer markets. We create sustainable flexibility that delivers maximum impact to make people’s lives better. It's pretty cool stuff!
We value people that are highly motivated, self-starters open to learning new things every day. We’re looking for people with a good attitude and strong character who strive to be the best at what they do, take accountability for their actions and are determined and committed to get the job done. We’re highly collaborative, innovative thinkers and we need people from diverse backgrounds and levels of experience to join our growing team. We’ve built our workplace on inclusivity, treating everyone with respect and integrity and providing people with the support and space to do their best work.
Our purpose is growing a great place to work, built on innovation. We do so by embracing the five core values of Praxis:
Team Player
Driven to Improve
Genuinely Care
Dependable
Own It
What we can offer you:
In addition to being part of a locally owned & operated business who values treating everyone with integrity & respect, we offer the following benefits to our full-time employees:
Employee and/or Employee + Child(ren) medical insurance for just $1/month!
Comprehensive Dental + Vision
401k Retirement Plan that we match up to 3%
Basic Life AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off - 18 days first year (pro-rated)
Paid holidays – 9 days
Annual Performance Bonus Potential
Quarterly Bonus Incentive Program for hourly staff
Employee Profit Sharing
Tuition Assistance
Shift differential: 2nd shift - + $1/hr, 3rd shift - + $3/hr
The Ways that You’ll Be Making an Impact in this Position:
Use powder titanium to mold various parts utilizing a variety of machines and equipment in a production environment
Operate the Cold Isostatic Pressing (CIPing) equipment that compresses powder titanium
Operate the green machine lathes and/or is responsible for Agglomeration operation
Use CNC (Computer Numeric Controls) machine to trim parts
Conduct in-process inspections and clean parts in liquid baths prior to inspection
Responsible for tool assembly, compaction, and tool disassembly
Accurately complete record sheets and all paperwork required to maintain compliance
Regularly maintain production and escalate any issues for resolution
Ensure compliance with OSHA guidelines and applying best practices for on-the-job safety in a production environment
What You Should Bring to This Position
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience and/or knowledge of production operations experience is preferred
Desire and ability to operate machines and equipment of various scopes & sizes
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret documents including maintenance instructions, procedure and manuals
Proven success working independently and in a team environment
Demonstrated comfort with basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and rounding
Demonstrated comfort with both verbal and written communication
Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to build personal and team-based relationships with all levels of employees
Comfort with basic computer applications and data entry
Proven ability to calmly transition between multiple and changing priorities
Ability to work production shift schedule
Ability to handle task repetition
Working Conditions & Physical Efforts
Work is performed in a Production environment
May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to stand or sit for a prolonged period of time
Visual functions being those of near vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with leadership & clients
Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or operate equipment
Praxis is an equal opportunity employer.
Department
Manufacturing
Employment Type
Full-Time
Compensation
18.50 - 22.00 per hour DOE + $1/hr shift differential