Degreaser Operator

Essential Functions:

• Operate vapor degreasing equipment to clean stamped metal parts per approved process parameters.
• Verify correct degreasing cycles, temperatures, and solvent conditions before and during operation.
• Inspect cleaned parts for cleanliness, staining, residue, or damage and escalate issues when necessary.
• Set up, operate, and monitor metal stamping presses according to work instructions, job cards, and production schedules.
• Submit samples for first-piece, in-process, and final visual inspections to ensure parts meet dimensional and cosmetic requirements.
• Monitor press operation for quality, tooling condition, and equipment performance; stop and report issues as required.
• Perform routine cleaning, basic tooling changes, adjustments, and preventive maintenance as trained.
• Accurately complete production, scrap, and downtime documentation.
• Identify and report safety hazards, quality issues, and process improvement opportunities.
• Cross-train on additional equipment or processes to support production flexibility.
• Support audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives as needed.

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Forklift experience (or willingness to be trained).
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred.
• Ability to safely lift (up to 50 pounds), handle, and move materials as required by the job.
• Follow all safety policies, job safety analyses (JSA), PPE requirements, hazardous material handling procedures, and 6S principles.
• Experience operating metal stamping presses and/or industrial degreasing equipment.
• Familiarity with precision metal parts, tight tolerances, and quality inspection standards.
• Experience working with solvents, chemicals, or vapor degreasers in a regulated environment.

Compensation

Employee Type: Hourly

Salary Minimum: $40,000

Salary Maximum: $45,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

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AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.

Nearest Major Market: New York City