Assembly Technician / Machine Operator / (1st Shift)

Overview

Overview ...

JBT is one of the largest solutions providers to the global food processing industry. The largest food processors within the fruit, vegetable, meat, poultry, seafood, and bakery industries. Avure, a JBT business unit, manufactures High Pressure Processing (HPP) machines that pasteurizes food through high pressure instead of heat and chemicals making food healthier and taste better.

Benefits

JBT Corporation offers the growth potential of a company with a developing technology that is unique in its field, plus frequent company-sponsored events and a competitive benefits package that includes:

• We have competitive health and welfare benefits and more!
• Three options of medical coverage through United Healthcare
• Two options of dental coverage through Delta Dental
• Vision coverage through VSP
• Paid holidays.
• Paid vacation.
• Company paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match - up to 6.5%
• Tuition Reimbursement (*eligible after 2 years)
• Employee discounts on products and services like event tickets, personal cell phone service, car insurance, and more
• Clean work environment & Temperature controlled shop.
• 1st Shift poisiton. Note that traininbg will also occur on 1st shift (6:00am - 4:00pm M-TH). Overtime will take place at the end of the standard shift and/or on Friday’s. JBT reserves the right to modify shift times due to business need.
  
  
  

The Opportunity ...

Position Responsibilities

Responsible for machine assembly & wire winding. Looking for someone with great work ethic, high energy, positive attitude and very detail oriented (due to quality requirements). 

• Machine assembly (primary priority)
• Operation of wire winding machine (secondary priority).
• Work with engineering/manufacturing teams to resolve issues and optimize processes.
• Consistent use of basic metrology equipment (calipers, micrometers, etc.) to take precise measurements.
• Adhering to quality control directives.
• Operation of overhead cranes, forklifts, and scissor lifts.
• Contributes ideas to the Relentless Continuous Improvement process.
• Actively engage the site Safety program.
• Is an active participant in the 5S program to maintain a work ready environment.
• Maintains focus to our quality standards and processes.
• Occasional overtime required.
• Other duties as assigned.  
  
  
  

Why work at JBT ...

Qualifications

• Trade school diploma in a mechanical discipline such as industrial maintenance, pneumatics, hydraulics or in a related discipling -OR- 1-3 years of experience in an industrial setting.
• 3-5 years of experience in assembly or operating industrial and/or machine tool equipment with strong attention to quality at tight tolerances preferred.
• Prior experience using basic metrology equipment (calipers, micrometers, etc.) preferred.
• Blueprint reading, mechanical aptitude, basic machine shop skills.
• Basic computer skills - data entry.
• Reliable and flexible to work additional hours on short notice to complete orders and/or special projects to meet customer demands.
• Ability to lift and carry fifty pounds.
• Must be able to perform in a fast-paced environment.
  
  
  

The estimated hourly range for this role is $17.00 - $24.50. Please note the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Starting salary will vary by location, qualifications, and prior experience.

Avure Technologies manufactures High Pressure Processing (HPP) equipment that helps producers increase food safety and extend shelf life, while providing consumers with nutritious, natural food.

Food manufacturers of all sizes rely on Avure's HPP technology to serve up healthy, delicious, and safe products, doubling and tripling shelf life without chemicals, additives, or heat.

In fact, you will find foods processed by Avure HPP systems in every corner of the world!

It's an exciting time at Avure. We may be the global leader in HPP, but we believe our greatest accomplishments and innovations lie ahead. That's why we're always searching for passionate, analytical, entrepreneurial, and top-notch talent to help us achieve our goal of advancing the field of HPP even further.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of JBT Corporation to provide equal opportunity for qualified persons and not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law at the JBT Corporation location to which this application is submitted. In addition, as a Federal Government contractor, JBT Corporation is an affirmative action employer. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact the local Human Resources department. EOE-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

If you have a disability or impairment that prevents you from completing the online application, please seek the assistance of your local employment services agency. JBT maintains active relationships with local employment services agencies, and they have pledged their support in assisting any applicant needing help in applying. To find information on agencies throughout the United States, please go to www.careeronestop.org

You may also call Susan Cotton at 844-286-4524 if your disability or impairment prevents you from applying online. NOTE: Do not use this number unless you need assistance because of a disability or impairment. The personnel attending this phone line will not be able to give you a status update regarding your application and will not be the individuals making a decision regarding your employment.