Job Description

Career opportunity in manufacturing! 

We are looking to hire Machine Operators, and these roles offer plenty of room for growth! You will be trained to operate various production equipment and processes working with precious metals. There are pay increases with successful completion of established milestones.

Responsibilities include:

• Set up and operate manual production machines 
• Control and adjust machine settings
• Feed raw material through machines
• Straighten, trim and identify drawn tubing using hand tools, small spinning lathes and wet cut off saw
• Set up and operate melting furnaces
• Check output to spot any machine-related mistakes or flaws
• Fix issues that might occur during the shift
• Maintain activity logs
• Maintain clean safe work area

Requirements:

• Experience working in a manufacturing production setting
• Machine operator experience preferred
• Attention to detail
• Ability to lift 50 pounds multiple times throughout shift
• Able to stand, walk and reach throughout the shift
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to understand and speak English
• Manual dexterity
• Visual acuity

What we offer:

• 80 hours paid holidays a year
• 80 hours paid vacation to start
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid personal days
• 40 hours of sick leave per calendar year
• 401(k) Plan with a company match
• Medical and dental insurance
• Vision insurance and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible Spending Account
• Company paid life insurance
• Company paid short-term and long-term disability plans
• Corporate discount program
• Annual Incentive Bonus Program

We have been in business for over 150 years! John C. Nordt, a brand of LeachGarner, is a leading manufacturer and supplier of precious metal products to the jewelry industry. The company was founded in 1872 in New York City and has operated in Roanoke since 1984. Nordt’s manufacturing plant has been specifically designed to fabricate precious metals products including wedding bands, diamond rings, bracelets and tubing of highest quality.

LeachGarner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.