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Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
1st Shift Mechanical Machine Operator
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1st Shift Mechanical Machine Operator
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About this position
ABOUT:
At Henkel, you can be a game changer and craft your career. Unleash your entrepreneurial spirit by bringing your ideas to life within a global team. Our leading brands and technologies, along with our high-performing businesses will provide you with countless opportunities to develop your skills and explore new paths. Your career at Henkel will contribute to a more sustainable future, while you grow within our vibrant, diverse culture of trust and belonging. If you are up for challenging the status quo, join our team of pioneers and make your mark on the future with us.
Do you dare to make an impact?
This role offers 8-hour SHIFTS, as well as regular weekend overtime shifts, as needed. The individual selected for this role will be assigned to 1st Shift (6:30 AM – 2:30 PM) Monday through Friday.
There is $1,000.00 SIGN-ON BONUS for this role. The hourly rate for this role is $24.31. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.
At Henkel, you can craft your career through a variety of roles, while being supported inside and outside of work with our great benefits. As a Henkel employee, you will get: MEDICAL, DENTAL & VISION, LIFE INSURANCE, 401K WITH MATCH, STD/LTD, PET INSURANCE, ANNUAL BONUSES, EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION AND REFERRAL PROGRAMS, TUITION ASSISTANCE & STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT AID, 12 WEEKS PAID PARENTAL LEAVE FOR ALL GENDERS, DISCOUNTED CHILD & ELDER CARE, AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT & PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES.
JOB SUMMARY:
If you have a passion for leadership, manufacturing, and creating a positive work environment, then Henkel has the job for you! The Mechanical Machine Operator performs technical activities required for the safe operation of beauty care and laundry packaging line equipment to ensure the production of a high-quality consumer finished good. This person must function as a team member and stay involved in activities to improve team performance, all while being responsible for troubleshooting and repairing mechanical issues on packaging line equipment while minimizing the interruption to production.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Clean and inspect equipment according to current department procedures.
- Operate packaging line equipment.
- Navigate through various control screens; to include run, set-up, jog, machine faulty, and make changes of modes, homing sequence and set-up production values to the proper limits.
- Clean and change over packaging line equipment, as necessary with minimal downtime, all while verifying correct material components.
- Perform quality checks, knowing which documents are required and shift record keeping procedures.
- Enter quality data into the Downtime Database.
- Troubleshoot, repair, and adjust packaging line equipment.
- Perform intermediate mechanical activities.
- Identify and address operational and material problems.
- Identify critical, stop production quality issues, and pursue corrective actions.
- Follow and maintain equipment centerlines.
- Regularly conduct and participate in shift turnover discussion.
- Regularly attend, listen, and participate in team meetings and end-of-shift meetings.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or GED is required.
- Vocational/Technical coursework is preferred.
- Must have 2-3 years of current or recent production operation or industrial maintenance experience.
- Must have knowledge of manufacturing/packaging equipment, such as mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and conveyors, as well as hand tools and power tools.
- Must have basic to intermediate computer and math skills.
- Must have intermediate to advanced troubleshooting skills.
- Must adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
- Must have effective communication skills.
- Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions.
Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. At Henkel’s request only, preferred vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific open positions. In these cases, a fully executed agreement with Henkel must be in place and current.
All employees applying for an internal position must have a discussion with his/her manager about their interest in a job posting opportunity. The discussion will not preclude the employee from interviewing if their skills meet the job requirements.
Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and other legally protected characteristics.
Apply online if this sounds like your next challenge. Refer to the job title mentioned above and get one step closer to starting your new job at Henkel.
JOB ID: 24073755
Job Locations: United States, PA, West Hazleton, PA
Contact information for application-related questions: talent.acquisition@henkel.com
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FAQ
I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
Here you will get further information on our training programs.
Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.