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Primary Operator Level 2

Swagelok


Job Location:

Willoughby Hills, OH - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 18 - 25
Posted: 29 September 2026 (13 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Shift:1st shift

City:Willoughby Hills

Swagelok Northeast Ohio USA

Swagelok is a global organization and one of the largest employers of manufacturing talent in Northeast Ohio. We are driven by our core values of Quality Integrity Respect for the Individual Customer Focus Innovation and Continuous Improvement which are demonstrated through our daily actions. For over 75 years our dedication to our core values has been the foundation for our success. Our products have been up into space down to the bottom of the ocean and everywhere in same dedication spans to our customers.

Throughout our organization we demonstrate a commitment to these values and those we bring onboard. Whether you want to grow in your role or explore broad opportunities and develop new skillsyoull thrive in a culture that promotes learning and development.


We strive to be a company where we all can do our best work with a true sense of purpose and belonging.


Be Connected. Be Valued. Be You.

We hope youll consider joining our team.

Machine Operator II 1st Shift

Build a Career That Moves the World

At Swagelok precision matters. As one of Northeast Ohios largest manufacturers and a global leader in fluid system solutions we create products that help industries operate safely and efficientlyfrom life-saving medical equipment and clean energy applications to semiconductor manufacturing and deep-sea exploration.

We believe our people are our greatest strength. We invest in training promote from within and create opportunities for associates to grow their skills and build rewarding careers. Backed by our no-layoff philosophy as a privately held company were proud to offer stability and security in your career.

Shift

1st Shift
6a to 4:15p M - F

Pay & Total Rewards

The pay range for this position is $18.40-$25.80 per hour along with additional compensation through overtime and XX% shift differential when working an off-shift. The starting pay offered is based on your skills experience and additional qualifications needed for the role.

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package starting day one designed to support you and your family.

Our benefits include:

Medical dental and vision insurance

Retirement savings plans including 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition assistance and career development opportunities

On-Site Health Clinic at our Solon Global Headquarters

Employee wellness and safety programs

Life and disability insurance

Additional voluntary benefits and employee support programs

Position Summary

As a Level II Machine Operator youll be part of our manufacturing team producing fluid-system components that meet the highest quality standards. This role is ideal for an entry-level machinist who is eager to learn can work independently maintain high quality production standards and recognize when additional support is needed while maintaining a strong focus on safety. Youll be provided all the tools and gauges necessary to be successful in your role.

Youll have the opportunity to learn every day continuously expanding your technical knowledge gaining experience working on a variety of machines producing various parts in a clean modern temperature-controlled manufacturing environment.

What Youll Do

Your day will include a variety of responsibilities that keep production running safely and efficiently including:

Follow Swageloks production system such as participating in a daily shift start-up meeting with your team. Youll give or receive a shift handoff report that sets the incoming or outgoing shifts up for success.

Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment according to standard work instructions.

Follow standard work instructions and quality plans according to specs.

Inspect finished parts using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers calipers comparators ring gauges dial indicators smart gauges and other inspection tools.

Monitor machine outputs. Identify quality machining tooling and process issues and escalate to support associates to resume production.

Complete preventative maintenance and routine machine care.

Document production activities accurately and maintain manufacturing records.

Maintain a clean organized and safe work area while following all safety procedures.

What Makes You Successful

Were looking for someone who enjoys hands-on work has a strong mechanical aptitude takes pride in producing high-quality parts and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Successful candidates will have:

High school diploma or GED.

Basic math skills adding and subtracting fractions and decimals

Self-motivated with an ability to learn in a fast-paced environment

Even better if you have:

Machining experience or mechanical background

Experience in a manufacturing production environment

Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

A willingness to work overtime hours as needed

Physical Requirements

This position requires working in a manufacturing environment and may include:

Standing and walking for extended periods.

Frequent bending reaching and stooping.

Lifting materials weighing 2535 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Working safely around manufacturing equipment.

Passing required vision acuity testing where applicable.

Why Join Swagelok

When you join Swagelok youre joining a company where your work has real impact. Youll be immersed in comprehensive training that helps you learn the machines youll be working on and the processes youll be a part of.

Whether your goal is to deepen your machining expertise learn new technologies or grow into leadership youll find opportunities to advance in an environment built on collaboration innovation and continuous improvement.

If youre ready to take the next step in your manufacturing career apply today and discover a career where stability meets opportunity.

Swagelok is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are selected without regard to race ethnicity creed color religion sex pregnancy pregnancy-related medical conditions age national origin or ancestry disability genetic information veteran/military status sexual orientation gender identity or other protected characteristic under federal state or local law.

Swagelok will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008 and applicable state law. If you require an accommodation to complete an online application please reach out to our team by emailing

This job summary is intended to be brief and does not list all the duties for this position. Nothing in this job description should be construed as an express or implied contract of employment. Swagelok is an at-will employer which means that either party is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time without any advanced notice for any reason or no reason.

Swagelok provides a comprehensive package of valuable benefits called Total Rewards focused on health and wellness compensation retirement planning and supplemental rewards.

To apply:

1. Click Apply Now to the role of interest upload your resume and complete the application.

2. Those that match our qualifications will be contacted to schedule a phone interview.

Congratulations on taking the first step to Be Connected. Be Valued. Be You.

Swagelok is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are selected without regard to race ethnicity creed color religion sex pregnancy pregnancy-related medical conditions age national origin or ancestry disability genetic information veteran/military status sexual orientation gender identity or other protected characteristic under federal state or local law.

Swagelok will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008 and Ohio state law.

This job summary is intended to be brief and does not list all the duties for this position. Nothing in this job description should be construed as an express or implied contract of employment. Swagelok is an at-will employer which means that either party is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time without any advanced notice for any reason or no reason.


Required Experience:

IC


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