Are you a skilled rolling mill operator who enjoys solving complex production challenges, improving processes, and helping others succeed? If so, we'd like to hear from you.

We are seeking an experienced senior-level Finish Rolling Mill Operator with advanced rolling mill expertise to support precision precious metal processing operations. The ideal candidate is a highly skilled operator who can independently set up, operate, troubleshoot, and optimize rolling mill processes while serving as a technical resource to the broader production team. This role offers the opportunity to drive continuous improvement, support operator development, and contribute to world-class safety, quality, and productivity performance.

4-day work week! 4:30am - 3:00pm ** Monday - Thursday

Key Responsibilities:

Set up, operate, and optimize precision rolling mills to meet customer specifications and production requirements
Perform finish gauge reduction operations, including measuring, weighing, recording, trimming, and material handling
Troubleshoot equipment and process issues to minimize downtime and maintain quality standards
Operate and support multiple rolling mills across the department
Collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Production teams on process improvements
Assist with developing work instructions
Train junior level operators
Promote and enforce all safety policies and PPE requirements
Perform other tasks as needed to further our company's goals and uphold our commitments

Requirements:

4+ years of rolling mill experience
Ability to read, write, and speak in English
High School Diploma or GED
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
Strong math, communication, and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
Reliable attendance and ability to work independently
Willingness to work overtime as needed
Able to stand and move throughout a 10-hour shift
Push, pull, bend, reach, stoop, and crouch regularly
Visual acuity to perform visual quality inspections
Ability to lift 70 pounds repeatedly throughout a shift utilizing safe lifting practices

This role operates in a manufacturing facility where conditions may include exposure to loud noise, fluctuating temperatures (hot or cold), and moving machinery. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.

What we offer:

80 hours holiday pay a year
2 weeks paid vacation
Paid personal days
40 hours sick time 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 long-term disability
Corporate discount program
Profit Share Incentive Plan

Pay Range: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour

The starting rate offered to a successful candidate will be determined based on job-related factors including relevant experience, skills, education, training, certifications, demonstrated performance, and overall qualifications. The Company also considers internal equity, market conditions, and business needs when making compensation decisions. This pay range reflects the hourly rate the Company reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at the time of posting.

LeachGarner offers the industry's most comprehensive melt to market precious metal products and technical expertise. As a leader in precious metals processing, LeachGarner continually evolves to meet the challenges of evergreen markets and strives to exceed expectations for reliability, quality and innovation by an unwavering commitment of integrity.

LeachGarner specializes in the manufacturing and distribution of precious metals in the form of sheet, wire, fancy wire, tubing, fancy tubing, casting grain, findings and chain specific to customer’s needs.

We are committed to bringing responsible and compliant manufacturing to all facilities regardless of geographical location while leveraging our global reach to serve our customers providing quick-to-market and market-oriented products.

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, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.