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Our Associate Machine Operator position is a unique career opportunity that could be your next step towards an exciting future.\nPay Rate: $19.50/hour\nSchedules: Monday to Thursday 4:30 AM - 3:00 PM (Possible OT Friday)\nBenefits:\nHeath, Dental and Vision plans on day 1.\n3 weeks Vacation\n2 weeks Paid Sick Leave\n12 Paid Holidays\nAnnual Bonus\nEducation Reimbursement\nEmployee Stock Purchase Plan\n401K plus matching\n18 weeks maternity leave paid at 100%\n12 weeks paternity leave paid at 100%\n How you'll make an impact:\nSet up equipment, load materials, and run manufacturing processes to make device components and/or sterilize finished Metals products.\nFollow work instructions and SOPs. 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