Machine Operator-Forming

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

We are seeking a Machine Operator – Forming to join our manufacturing team in Tempe, Arizona. In this role, you will operate and maintain forming equipment used to produce metal components that support critical infrastructure around the world. You will be responsible for machine setups, quality inspections, production monitoring, and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

You'll be part of a team that manufactures products used in data centers, hospitals, warehouses, and commercial buildings worldwide.

1st & 2nd Shift Opportunity

Starting Pay: $22.00 per hour

Shift Differential: Up to $1.00-2.00 per hour

Potential Earnings: Up to $24.00 per hour

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

• Operate forming equipment to meet production schedules and customer requirements.
• Perform machine setups, tooling changes, and equipment adjustments.
• Load raw materials and monitor production runs for efficiency and quality.
• Inspect finished products using measuring tools to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Troubleshoot minor equipment and process issues to minimize downtime.
• Follow all safety procedures and identify opportunities to improve workplace safety.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, productivity, and waste reduction.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors to achieve production goals.

YOU HAVE:

Education

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Experience

• 1+ year of manufacturing, machine operating, or production experience preferred.
• Experience operating forming, stamping, fabrication, or similar manufacturing equipment is a plus.

Skills

• Ability to read and follow work instructions and production documentation.
• Experience using measuring tools such as calipers, gauges, and tape measures.
• Strong mechanical proficiency and troubleshooting abilities.
• Basic math skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for the duration of a shift.
• Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 pounds with assistance as needed.
• Ability to bend, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive motions throughout the workday.
• Ability to work safely around moving machinery and manufacturing equipment.

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

  • nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.

  • Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

  • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide

  • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:

  • Innovative & adaptable

  • Dedicated to absolute integrity

  • Focused on the customer first

  • Respectful and team oriented

  • Optimistic and energizing

  • Accountable for performance

• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being.  We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.

• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.

• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.