Prep operator trainee

About the Voith Group

The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867, the company today has around 20,700 employees, sales of € 4,8 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the larger family-owned companies in Europe.

Voith Hydro is hiring for:

Prep operator trainee
York, PA

Summary: We are seeking a prep operator trainee to support North American Hydro division in York PA, In the position you will work on unique one-off components for some of the largest hydroelectric machines in the world. Cutting and rolling various thicknesses and grades of steel. This is a trainee position so all training is on the job training.

Responsibilities :

• Basic discipline aptitude/attitude.
• Operate forklift for moving small components.
• Perform 15 ton or less overhead crane lifts.
• Completion of blueprint reading classes.
• Clean and protect parts.
• Cutting plate on NC table.
• Gas and plasma cutting bevels.
• Grinding parts.
• Hot forming.
• Furnace operation.

Required Skills/Abilities :

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma.

Physical Requirements

• Occasional bending and twisting.

• Able to lift 50 LBS on occasion.

• Extended lengths of standing or sitting.

• Prolonged periods standing and performing repetitive tasks.

• Must have excellent hand-eye coordination.

• Must wear all required PPE for job task.

• This job description is not all encompassing; however, it is intended to be a general description of the responsibilities of this position.

Voith US Inc. is an EEO/AA/VEVRAA compliant Federal Contractor and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry including people of color, LGBTQI+ community, women, individuals with disabilities (both seen and unseen), Veterans, people of any age or family status. We embrace the competitive advantage that diversity brings and we strive to create a working environment that is inclusive of thought and talent.