Operator – Sintering and Die Prep

Heraeus

. Execute production set up, run production, document production, and provide technical knowledge and product support internally .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeChandler • Arizona • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating and maintaining ceramic processing machines, including setup, calibration, and quality assurance. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for coordinating team activities and ensuring adherence to safety regulations.

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Ceramic Processing Machine OperationBlueprint InterpretationTeam Coordination and TrainingQuality AssuranceSafety Regulation Compliance

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Hard Skills

Machine Tool SetupSintering Equipment OperationCalibrating Calipers and MicrometersProduction DocumentationError Detection and Correction

Soft Skills

Strong Team SpiritEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

Ceramic Processing ToolsIndustrial Machinery

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED

Industry Keywords

Production SetupMaterial ApplicationsProcess QualityEquipment-Use TrainingQuality First Attitude

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute production set up, run production, document production, and provide technical knowledge and product support internally
Master set-ups, maintenance, and operation of ceramic processing machines, including sieving, mixing, form and tool build, and sintering equipment
Participate in daily production meetings with the OPS team, management, and sales team regarding product delivery, process quality and performance, material applications, and product-related issues
Set up and operate machine tools to create or modify ceramic parts for direct customer sale or as a first step for polishing
Set up tools and forms for industrial machinery and oversee functioning
Interpret and use blueprints for specific piece design and calibrate equipment to product specifications
Follow company and industry safety regulations and controlled equipment programming sequences
Communicate with machinists and supervisors and attend equipment-use training
Act as a Cell Lead, coordinating daily activities and training team members on industry processes and equipment-operation safety
Work with minimal supervision and detect and correct program errors promptly
Safely load and unload castings and raw materials in molds and tools and change tools as required
Calibrate calipers and micrometers and use other small tools
Perform daily and regular cleaning and light maintenance on sintering machinery
Report progress to the production supervisor

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma/GED equivalent
2 plus years’ experience of operating furnaces, presses
Computer literate and knowledgeable about tools and tooling
Fluent in written and spoken English
Must be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds without strain
Must stand for several hours at a time while performing their main job functions
Quality First attitude and a strong team spirit

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time employment
Confidential application process