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Manufacturing Operator 1st Shift

Knowles Corporation
Cazenovia, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 1/8/2026 CLOSED ON 1/9/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Operator 1st Shift position at Knowles Corporation?

Manufacturing Operator 1st Shift Key Responsibilities Operators will complete multiple operations while performing as a team to following procedures and focusing on safety and quality. Operators will be trained and expected to prep orders for their production line and perform departmental duties Operators will be responsible for operating various machinery to bring product to desired quality specification Inspect parts and product to verify quality Communicate any mechanical or quality issues to the attention of their supervisor and/or Engineering Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Ability to follow work instructions documents. Ability to multitask and work independently, without supervision. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent experience. All applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. without restriction to ITAR documentation and materials. Must be a U.S. citizen, legal permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. Benefits What’s in it for you on Day 1: Medical, dental and vision insurance plans Prescription Drug Plans Basic Life Insurance 401k plan with company match Tuition Reimbursement Program Security Clearance Incentive Program Employee Referral Program Overtime opportunities Alternate work schedules available PTO (10 days) and NYS Sick and Safe Leave Paid Holidays Exciting Onsite Perks: Free Starbucks coffee available at our café Free access to our Fitness Center Fresh food is available for purchase in the cafeteria store. Employee Appreciation Events Knowles is committed to providing a competitive and fair total compensation package for all employees. One element in our total compensation package is base pay. The starting hourly rate for this role is targeted to be between $17 to $19. Individual compensation decisions are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to previous experience and skills acquired prior to joining Knowles, cost of living in the assigned work location, assigned schedule, and salaries of similarly situated peers at the company. It is to be expected that candidates will come to us with different sets of skills and experiences and therefore will be paid at different points in the stated range. We recognize that the person(s) we select for hire may be less experienced or more experienced than the role as posted; if this is the case, any updates to available salary ranges will be communicated with candidates during the recruitment process. Equal Opportunity Statement: Knowles Precision Devices prohibits pay discrimination and discrimination of any kind based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or other legally protected status. ITAR Statement: Please note that this position may require access to technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must be U.S. persons (citizens, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status) or have the necessary authorization to access controlled technical data. Compliance with ITAR and EAR regulations is a condition of employment. Notice to Staffing Agencies, Search Firms and Recruitment Agencies: The recruitment process at Knowles is managed through the Human Resources department. Knowles does not accept resumes submitted from 3rd party agencies outside of our system. To submit resumes, 3rd party agencies will need to be a pre-approved vendor with a valid contract in place, be actively engaged by Knowles to recruit for a specific position and have agency log in credentials to submit candidates to our careers portal. Please do not submit resumes via e-mail, through our external website or directly to our employees. Any resumes submitted in this way become the property of Knowles and will not be eligible for any placement fee. About Knowles Corporation About Knowles Knowles is a leading manufacturer of specialty electronic components. We design parts that perform unique, critical functions for innovative technologies. Through extreme reliability, custom engineering, and scalable manufacturing, we enable businesses to succeed in the most demanding applications across medtech, defense, and industrial markets. Our high-performance capacitors, RF and microwave filters, advanced medtech microphones, balanced armature speakers, and miniaturization products enable and enhance the performance of technologies with the power to change, improve, and save lives. Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, Knowles has grown into a global organization with employees spanning 11 countries. Apply Now Our Hiring Process Find out more Not quite right? Register your interest to be notified of any roles that come along that meet your criteria. Register Your Interest Apply Now Department Manufacturing Direct Employment Type Full Time Location Cazenovia, New York Workplace type Onsite Compensation $17.00 - $19.00 / hour Reporting To Production Supervisors

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