For 140 years, A.W. Chesterton has been an innovator and a knowledge provider for our industrial partners around the globe. From our ground-breaking split seal technologies, to our cutting-edge packing and lubricant solutions, we are continually focused on new ways to bring solutions to our customers, while also celebrating our own rich history and our unique place in the sealing industry.   Our Operations professionals manage and support the creation of our world-class flow control products in a low-volume, high mix manufacturing environment. These folks are our manufacturing leaders - shop managers, purchasing professionals, production and demand planners, engineers, and quality professionals who value working with other top manufacturing professionals and helping solve complex production problems. In addition to a work environment that promotes learning and promote-from-within opportunities, we understand what matters to our production workers: competitive, market-drive pay, outstanding benefits, and a stable and dependable job place supported by over 140 years of being in business. If you are looking for a place to call home in your next manufacturing role, come and explore all that Chesterton has to offer!   Our benefits offering include: - “Work Today, get paid tomorrow” - withdraw up to 50% of your earned daily wages the next day after you work rather than waiting for pay day! - Chesterton Student Loan Repayment Program - BCBS Medical Coverage - Delta Dental - 401K savings plan with a Chesterton contribution - PTO including vacation sick, time, 11 paid holidays, and paid to time off to volunteer for causes - Vision insurance - Tuition Reimbursement - Short-term disability and long-term disability insurance - HSA & FSA options to cover additional medical costs - Parental leave for moms and dads to be - Hiring referral bonuses (up to $3,000 for select roles) - A host of other fringe benefits including legal services, pet insurance, Chesterton relief fund for employees in need, and more! This job can be described as: At Chesterton, we have a laser focus on our customers. The NC Operator III is a frontline manufacturing position responsible for operating Numerical Control machine tools including, but not limited to, lathes, millers, EDM, etc., as needed to manufacture metal or plastic components. One or more machines may be running at the same time. Inspects work and performs quality checks to ensure conformance to Engineering DWGS. Will record data for SPC, either manually or electronically. Cross checks other cell operators’ work for first piece inspection and advises of any quality issues. In addition, must be able to set up and run his/her own cell, may be required to assist and/or train other operators in the set-up and running of another cell. Works as part of a team and must be willing to support quality and production goals. Job Model:  On-Site On-Site positions will require employees to work on-site for each of their scheduled shifts.   A typical day at work would include: - Operates Numerical Control machine tools in a cellular environment, including lathes and millers. - Operates machine controller to download (electronically transfer) part program files. - Performs work from operation and planning packages, which include process sheets, tooling lists, set-up sheets, program code and blueprints. - Converts, edits, and may add lines of code to programs as required. - Performs minor to complex set-ups that include changing fixtures on the miller, changing tool holders on both lathes and millers, and make electronic tooling offsets to adjust tool position and piece part characteristics. - Work involves moderate to complex set-ups and close to critical tolerances on various material types. - Exercises independent judgment in determining adjustments to be made to machinery to produce parts to meet drawing dimensions. Must support Chesterton Quality Policies. - Inspects work and performs Quality checks and records data for SPC as required. Makes necessary changes to tooling, offsets, feeds, and speeds to produce in spec parts. - Maintains safe and clean work area on a daily basis. Keeps informed of and follows machine shop safety policies and procedures. - Checks own work with Inspection tools, gauges, micrometers, indicators, etc., and has work cross- checked by a Quality Control Inspector as needed. - May be required to debur parts; do subassembly work, press pins, and /or faces into fabricated components; mark, etch, stamp, or engrave as needed to complete a part in a cellular component. - May be required to perform other manufacturing support functions as needed. - Ability to train other operators as required. - Must possess the ability and willingness to participate in continuous improvement activities and is forth coming with improvement suggestions. - This specific role/function is subject to our On-Call Policy and may be required to remain available during off-schedule hours to support the business needs.   Experience you need coming into this job: - Minimum of 7 years’ experience with Numerical Control machines in a Manufacturing/Machine Shop. - Works with little supervision. No instructions required for routine work. - Ability to follow detailed operation process planning, written, and/or verbal instructions. - Requires a solid understanding of Numerical Control Programs and be able to read and understand machine code. - Ability to read and comprehend engineering drawings and blueprints. - Requires solid math skills and advanced math skills. - Ability to work in Machine Shop Environment. - Ability to exercise independent judgment in the manufacturing of components. - Interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with others in a team environment. - Requires lifting parts, tools, and fixtures weighing up to 35 lbs. - Ability to work in an uncomfortable environment, i.e., extreme heat, cold, and noise.   Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees assigned to certain tasks within this job may be required to participate in our Medical Surveillance Program. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear, reach with hands and arms. May require: repetitive elbow movements, rotating wrist movements, grasping, squeezing and handling objects, tools or controls. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 35 lbs. and may be required to crouch, kneel or bend and reach above shoulder height. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of the job the employee works near moving mechanical parts. Ability to work and walk about in a manufacturing shop floor environment, wear required protective clothing, i.e., steel toe shoes and safety glasses. Exposure to high levels of noise and temperature exist daily in the work environment.   Disclaimer: A.W. CHESTERTON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.   Targeted pay range: $30/hr. - $34/hr. Chesterton is committed to paying all its employees in a fair and equitable manner. The pay range associated with this position ($30/hr. - $34/hr. DOE) is Chesterton's good-faith salary estimate for the presently available position. Please note that the final salary offered for any position will be based on many factors, including but not limited to: candidate qualifications such as education and experience, internal equity, geographical location, and budget. Please note, it is not the company's usual practice to hire near or at the top of a pay range for any position that is available. All of A.W. Chesterton Company employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background check and the respective medical surveillance requirements. Chesterton is an equal opportunity employer M/F/V/D #LI-DNI

For 140 years, A.W. Chesterton has been an innovator and a knowledge provider for our industrial partners around the globe. From our ground-breaking split seal technologies, to our cutting-edge packing and lubricant solutions, we are continually focused on new ways to bring solutions to our customers, while also celebrating our own rich history and our unique place in the sealing industry.   The lifeblood of our organization are our frontline manufacturing professionals! Whether you are running a machine, assembling product, material prepping, or inspecting finished work, our manufacturing workers collaborate to create and build the world-class products that our customers have come to rely on. In addition to a work environment that promotes learning and promote-from-within opportunities, we understand what matters to our production workers: competitive, market-drive pay, outstanding benefits, and a stable and dependable job place supported by over 140 years of being in business. Whether you have just started to explore manufacturing as a career, or are looking for a place to call home in your next role, Chesterton wants you for our manufacturing team!   Our benefits offering include: - “Work Today, get paid tomorrow” - withdraw up to 50% of your earned daily wages the next day after you work rather than waiting for pay day! - Chesterton Student Loan Repayment Program - BCBS Medical Coverage - Delta Dental - 401K savings plan with a Chesterton contribution - PTO including vacation sick, time, 11 paid holidays, and paid to time off to volunteer for causes - Vision insurance - Tuition Reimbursement - Short-term disability and long-term disability insurance - HSA & FSA options to cover additional medical costs - Parental leave for moms and dads to be - Hiring referral bonuses (up to $3,000 for select roles) - A host of other fringe benefits including legal services, pet insurance, Chesterton relief fund for employees in need, and more! This job can be described as: Sets up and operates a full range of conventional machine shop equipment, including lathes, millers, Bridgeports boring mills, etc. to perform work involving moderate to routine set-ups and close to critical tolerances on various material types. Performs diversified machining operations. Inspects work and performs quality checks to ensure conformance to engineering drawings. Cross checks fellow machinists and advises of any quality issues. Works as part of a team - must be willing to support the team and collaborate to support quality and production goals.   Job Model:  On-Site On-Site positions will require employees to work on-site for each of their scheduled shifts.   A typical day at work would include: - Sets up and operates full range of conventional machine shop equipment, including, lathes, millers, Bridgeports, boring mills. Work involves moderate to unusual set-ups and close to critical tolerances. Develops and fabricates fixturing as needed. - Performs diversified machining operations necessary to produce the Company's manufacturing products as well as experimental or prototype precision parts for field testing or test lab. - Machine work is performed from standard documentation, rough sketches, preliminary drawings, verbal discussions, and/or samples. - Exercises independent judgment in determining fabrication methods to be used. Frequently required to improvise and use shop mathematics. May use measurement tools. - Inspects own work and performs quality checks to ensure conformance to engineering drawings. Cross checks fellow machinists and advises of any quality issues. Must support Chesterton Quality policies. - Maintains safe and clean work area on a day-to day basis. Keeps informed of and follows machine shop safety policies and procedures. - Works under general supervision. Detailed instructions provided on new lines of work or complex assignments. - Sets up and operates full range of conventional manual machine shop equipment. Manufactures complex components. - Solid knowledge and understanding of all standard equipment in machine shop. Performs moderately complex, unusual set-ups. Basic knowledge of CNC equipment. - Exercises independent judgment in determining fabrication methods to be used. Frequently required to improvise and to use shop mathematics.   Experience you need coming into this job: - Apprentice training desirable. - 8-10 years related experience in manufacturing and/or machine shop environment. - Ability to set up and operate a full range of conventional machine shop equipment. Mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity required. - Ability to read and comprehend engineering drawings and blueprints. - Ability to work in a moderately uncomfortable environment, i.e., extreme heat and noise. - Ability to work under pressure and work well with others. - Strong interpersonal skills. - Ability to read, comprehend, and follow written, verbal instructions, and sequence of events. Basic math skills. - Ability to exercise independent judgment. - Ability to function as part of a team and to train others.   Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear and reach with hands and arms. Also may require: repetitive elbow movements, rotating wrist movements, grasping, squeezing and handling objects, tools or controls. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and may be required to crouch, kneel or bend and reach above shoulder height. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of the job the employee works near moving mechanical parts. Ability to wear steel toe safety shoes/boots and to wear safety eyewear required Noise and temperature levels can be high in the plant environment. While performing the job employee may be required to wear a respirator.   Disclaimer:   The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.   Targeted pay range:$30/hr - $36/hr Chesterton is committed to paying all its employees in a fair and equitable manner. The pay range associated with this position ($ 30/hr - $36/hr DOE) is Chesterton's good-faith salary estimate for the presently available position. Please note that the final salary offered for any position will be based on many factors, including but not limited to: candidate qualifications such as education and experience, internal equity, geographical location, and budget. Please note, it is not the company's usual practice to hire near or at the top of a pay range for any position that is available. All of A.W. Chesterton Company employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background check and the respective medical surveillance requirements. Chesterton is an equal opportunity employer M/F/V/D #LI-DNI