About the role:

Buffalo Tungsten is seeking a production operator to support our powder production business.  As a production operator, you will operate production furnaces, work in the spray room and conduct activities related to the manufacturing process such as operating machinery, keeping accurate records, operating a forklift, complete work orders and packing materials for shipment.

This role will be based at our site in Buffalo (Depew), New York.

Schedule

Work schedule is 6 days on followed by 2 days off – days off change from one week to the next (e.g. week 1 Sunday and Monday off, week 2 Monday and Tuesday off, etc.) 

Your Background & Profile:

• Have a Safety-First Culture
• Ability to work as an individual and a team
• Be at work for your assigned shift
• Be able to stand or walk most of the day
• Regularly lift and handle up to 20 pounds throughout your shift
• Able to lift up to 60 pounds periodically over short distances
• Can follow procedures and maintain accurate records 
• Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Previous experience in production, manufacturing or other related fields is beneficial 

Benefits:

Sandvik offers a comprehensive total compensation and benefits package including:

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with core contribution and match
• Paid family leave
• Opportunities for professional competence development and training
• Opportunities for career advancement.

Starting Pay Range: $18.75 to 24.00 / hour based on experience + 0.50 shift differential

Sandvik is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Any applicant who, because of a disability, needs accommodation or assistance in completing an application or at any time during the application process should contact Human Resources at [email protected]. Sandvik also provides reasonable accommodation to employees with disabilities consistent with its obligations under the law.