Production Set Up and Operator

Location: Hanover, PA
Shift: 3rd Shift (11pm – 7am)

About SKF:
SKF has been making the world spin since 1907! SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer dedicated to a culture of belonging, where our people flourish in an equitable environment that promotes leadership development and career growth.

SKF Aerospace drives major strategic programs of Innovation with key Aerospace players such as Safran, Rolls-Royce, Airbus Group with clearly defined and long-term roadmaps shared and aligned with customers. SKF Group is strongly positioned in aerospace through its Aerospace Business Unit.

As an SKF team member, you will join 40,000 colleagues from more than 130 countries developing bearing technology and services that make rotation more reliable and sustainable. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF aims to have net zero greenhouse gas emissions at all our production facilities by 2030.

SKF products keep vehicles rolling, power the machines that put food on your table, and even reach into the cosmos as part of the Mars rover mission. Founded in Sweden in 1907, today SKF is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Stockholm with annual sales in 2020 of approximately $10 billion.

Summary:
In Hanover, PA we produce Rings and Seals for the Aerospace and Industrial markets. Extreme product range fragmentation, complex product design, very high-quality standards, and traceability requirements are the peculiarity of our Business Unit. The Aerospace Business Unit is responsible for Aerospace applications with a global responsibility for Sales, Manufacturing, Business development, Product, and Process Development. Our business is fully customer focused, with products specifically designed for an engine / airframe application and then produced in small quantities and small lots on highly flexible equipment. Extreme product range fragmentation, complex product design, very high-quality standards and traceability requirements are the peculiarity of our Business Unit. Please note: Due to the nature of the business, the candidate must be a US Citizen.

Responsibilities Include but Not Limited to:

• Operate a variety of set up and operate machines in the Shaft Seal department.
• Set-up and operate Lapping Room equipment.
• Perform operations on a wide variety of aerospace and industrial special production work in various size lots including:
• milling, turning, boring, and abrasive machining procedures.
• Move from operation to operation.
• Work from verbal and written instructions, prints, sketches, and process sheets. etc.
• Use precision measuring instruments to assure conformance to known standards.
• Perform operator capable lubrication and service as needed.
• Transport items and products.
• Make minor adjustments, set-ups performed by others.
• Set-ups such as placing and blocking items and products on magnetic surfaces etc., are expected to be performed by operators.
• Maintain records and paperwork.
• Ensure work areas are kept in a neat, safe, clean, and orderly fashion.
• Notify supervision of problems or difficulties.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Due to the nature of the work, US citizenship is required.
• Knowledge of and able to read and understand blueprints preferred.
• Knowledge of measurement equipment such as gauges and mics.
• Position available for 3rd Shift (11pm – 7am).
• All hourly employees will be part of the United Steelworkers Union (USW).

Desired Skills:

• Refers to supervisor for clarification of priorities, objectives, or policies.
• Ability to maintain focus and attention to details.
• Motivated self-starter who works well independently as well as with a high performing, diversified team.
• Able to effectively work in an environment requiring considerable independent judgment.

What You’ll Love About SKF:
Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a robust vacation policy and 13 paid holidays!

SKF Celebrates Diversity in the Workplace! We actively develop ourselves and our teams to enable outstanding delivery. We trust the strength of diverse teams and encourage agile ways of working. SKF Honors First responders, and military veteran employees!

Health and Wellness Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Many options for best in class medical and dental plans to fit your needs, and a wellness plan. Health and welfare benefits begins on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.

Invest in your Future. SKF offers amazing retirement options! Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 3% of all eligible 401k earnings contribution (100% Vested after 1 year of service).

SKF Cares! The four fundamental cornerstones of SKF Care – Business, Environment, Employees, and the Community are critical for us to sustain long-term success.

Much more! Growth opportunities, voluntary critical illness coverage, voluntary legal plan, employee assistance program, life insurance, vehicle discount programs, mobile phone discounts, and with so many benefits to working for SKF, we could not name them all!


Reports to: Production Supervisor
Location: Hanover, PA
Job ID: 18311

Pay $26.53 to $27.49 per hour


SKF provides equal employment [and affirmative action] opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.