Sandvik
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Production Operator 12 hr shift 7pm to 7am (D shift)

Location
Depew, NY
Listed
3 days ago

About the role

Since 1987, Buffalo Tungsten has been a leading independent manufacturer and global supplier of high purity tungsten powder. We have a strong commitment to quality assurance, competitive pricing, and short lead times. Because of our rigorous quality assurance system, the powders we produce meet the highest standards of purity and consistency.

We have over three decades of experience and maintain a sole focus on producing powdered tungsten materials through a hydrogen reduction process. We have supplied customers in over 40 countries throughout the world. In addition to pure tungsten powder, we also produce tungsten carbide powder and tungsten carbide based thermal spray powders.

Buffalo Tungsten was acquired in 2023 by the Sandvik group and organizationally belongs to the Powder Solutions division within the business area Sandvik Machining. Winning Together, Curiosity, Responsibility & Customer Focus are our values that build the foundation of our company.

Schedule: Wednesday-Friday / Wednesday-Saturday Rotating Weeks, 7pm - 7am.

Starting Pay

$19.50 - 25.00 based on experience. Position is also eligible for a $1.00 shift differential.

About the role

Buffalo Tungsten is seeking a Production Operator to support our powder production business. As a Production Operator, you will operate production furnaces, work in the spray room and conduct activities related to the manufacturing process such as operating machinery, keeping accurate records, operating a forklift, complete work orders and packing materials for shipment. Complete other duties as assigned by the Manufacturing Manager.

This role will be based at our site in Buffalo (Depew), New York.

Your Background & Profile

  • Have a Safety-First Culture
  • Ability to work as an individual and a team
  • Be at work for your assigned shift
  • Be able to stand or walk most of the day
  • Regularly lift and handle up to 20 pounds throughout your shift
  • Able to lift up to 60 pounds periodically over short distances
  • Can follow procedures and maintain accurate records
  • Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently

Education/Experience

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Previous experience in production, manufacturing or other related fields is beneficial

Benefits

Sandvik offers a comprehensive total compensation and benefits package including:

  • Health, dental and vision insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with core contribution and match
  • Paid family leave
  • Opportunities for professional competence development and training
  • Opportunities for career advancement.
Equal opportunity and legal notices

Sandvik is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Any applicant who, because of a disability, needs accommodation or assistance in completing an application or at any time during the application process should contact Human Resources at. Sandvik also provides reasonable accommodation to employees with disabilities consistent with its obligations under the law.

Read the original posting

From Sandvik's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 6, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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