- Junior
- Ufficio in Albuquerque
Machine Operator- Manufacturing Wax Injection Operator
Using the latest state-of-the-art equipment associates on this team begin the production casting process. We maintain an efficient work environment where individuals adapt their schedules and tasks as the workflows through several processes. In this hands-on position you will be continuously challenged as there’s always something new to learn about the manufacturing of jewelry!
What You’ll Do:
- Inject a variety of molds with wax and plastic.
- Build ‘trees’ of wax or plastic patterns.
- Work to identify and resolve production and quality issues.
- Work with others to achieve safety, production, and quality goals.
- Work with the Training/Documentation Specialist to assist with updating documentation and process improvements.
- Be an active team member/collaborator
What You’ll Need:
- Great attention to, and an eye for detail is required.
- Outstanding manual dexterity.
- Desire to create high quality jewelry in a fast-paced environment with a focus on accuracy, reliability, and dependability.
- Demonstrated ability to learn and perform a variety of tasks.
- Passion for problem solving.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Work well within a team of diverse and dedicated professionals.
- Demonstrated mathematical ability to obtain accurate results (calculating weight conversions, material ratios, and such).
- Use computer regularly to enter information into shop floor control systems, in MS Word, MS Excel, and Outlook.
Work Environment/Schedule:
- Ability to work an 8 hour shift between 7:00 am and 3:30 pm, Mon- Fri.
- Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time. Ability to bend, stoop, lift, reach, twist and walk on a regular basis throughout shift.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally with assistance.
Preferred Experience:
- Jewelry making experience, including wax injection or casting, is preferred.
The successful candidate will enjoy a rewarding, challenging, and principled work environment. For more information about us please visit: www.riogrande.com
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging:
Guided by our core values, Rio Grande is committed to treating all people with dignity and respect. We are an equal-opportunity employer with a zero-tolerance policy for harassment or discrimination of any kind. As an advocate for equity and equality, we hire, train, and promote qualified people of all backgrounds. We consider employment candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other underrepresented class. We value our associates and have won the yearly Healthiest Places to Work and Family Friendly Business awards on multiple occasions.
The Reward:
Rio Grande provides a generous benefit package for full-time (30+ hours a week) associates that includes:
- Medical plan with low premium rates and no high deductible (includes dental and vision) and telemedicine
- 401(k) matching program
- Paid time-off benefits, plus an additional seven paid holidays
- Paid life insurance and optional additional life insurance
- Long-term and short-term disability
- Flexible spending account
- Pet insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- On-site gym and company wellness program
- Bereavement leave
- Employee discounts at Rio Grande
- Local and national discounts on various travel and entertainment
- Competitive compensation, including an opportunity to share in the profits
Our associates strive for joint accountability. We work together for the success of our stakeholders, and we provide a thoughtful, fun, and creative environment to support them. We encourage professional and personal development through a variety of training opportunities and a focus on promoting from within.
The Company:
Established in 1944, Rio Grande, a Berkshire-Hathaway manufacturer/distributor, has thousands of valued customers around the world. We are a principle-based company with a highly evolved team-based environment. We can show you how a profoundly effective organization lives these values every day. You can find our guiding principles, The 3 R’s, Respect, Responsibility and Results, on our website as well as information about our community support and how we protect the environment.
Within our 186,000 sq. ft., solar-powered facility, with covered parking, Rio Grande has sales, marketing, supply chain, IT and administrative offices, a climate-controlled distribution center with more than 40,000 items, and a comprehensive, well-equipped manufacturing operation. Manufactured products include jewelry-making equipment (from basic tools to highly sophisticated induction casting machines) and jewelry components—both die-struck and cast. Capabilities include CAD/CAM, casting, stamp and form, metal finishing, CNC machining, manual milling, tool & die and electronics/mechanical assembly.
