Meriden, CT

Westaff is looking to fill a POSITION: Manual Machinist in an aerospace company in Berlin, CT.

Experience in 'ProtoTrak'

Manual machinist will use blueprints, sketches and specs to set up and operate 4 & 5 axis machines. Conversational programming experience is preferred! Other machines include bridgeport, knee mill, vertical mill, surface grinding and lathes.

BASIC FUNCTION

Sets up and operates conventional, and special-purpose metal cutting machines

WORK PERFORMED

1. Manufacture customer parts per blueprint, sketches and other specifications

2. Perform routine machine maintenance

3. Read blueprints and setup instructions to determine the machining to be done

4. Ability to write simple programs for NC machines a plus but not mandatory

Westaff has a temp to perm opening for an experienced Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) Receptionist in Meriden, CT 

Hours are 8-5:00 M-F

Temp to perm job, $14/hr.  

- Answer phone and direct callers to appropriate employees
- Direct rental inquires to appropriate Leasing Agent
- Reserve conference rooms
- Date stamp all checks and provide receipts
- Enter pertinent data in Yardi system
- Process daily receivable report
- Check incoming faxed for distribution
- Check identification of visitors 
- Sign for and distribute overnight packages from UPS, Fed Ex and USPS
- Place all overnight packages in outdoor receptacle
- Keep log and provide badges for all outside vendors
- Assist with collections letters 
- Other tasks as needed, not limited to above 

Westaff is looking for an experience Prep & Finish Operator to join a manufacturing team in Waterbury!

 PURPOSE OF POSITION:  To buff, polish, blast or prepare all required customer product.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

• Polishes corners of rolls and/or customer product.
• Sets-up, buffs, belts and blasts rolls and/or customer product as directed.
• Inspects, plugs, dot welds, or otherwise repair rolls.
• Inspects all finished work, report conditions including defects.
• Assists in maintaining inventory to keep department functional.
• Cleans work areas within department daily.
• Completes all required routine (daily/weekly) preventative maintenance of polishing department equipment as directed.
• Moves completed jobs to next step of process as designated on job ticket.
• Any task assigned by supervisor or management.

Westaff is recruiting for Customer Service/Relocation Coordinators in Rocky Hill!  

We have Temp to Perm and Temporary openings.
Pay rate:  $16/hour
Location: Rocky Hill
Full Time

** During the busy season of Memorial Day to Labor Day, no vacation time off is allowed! 

Job summary:

Manage vehicle transportation for corporate transfers from order inception through delivery, in accordance with client’s contracts. This position reports to the Customer Service Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Understand and set move expectations while handling customer issues with urgency and empathy.
• Accurately manage customer files utilizing proprietary operating systems.
• Communicate with operations & suppliers to ensure scheduling compliance.
• Coordinate and communicate with transferees within committed response time frames regarding scheduling, pricing, move details and problem resolution for each shipment.
• Data Entry of orders into online CRM as needed.
• Answering phones and transferring to appropriate party.
• Other Customer Service duties as requested from Customer Service Manager

Westaff is currently looking for CNC Machinists for 2nd shift positions in Wallingford CT!

Pay: $26-30 depending on experience #GD65

Hours: 3:30pm - 12:00am Monday through Friday but the ideal candidate's schedule will be flexible.

We are looking for experienced CNC machinists who have  Mazak CNC and mazak control experience. Those knowledgeable in, or eager to grow their lathe, milling, setup and programming skills are encouraged to apply!. 

This quickly growing company designs, develops and manufactures drilling systems for oilfields worldwide. 

Westaff is recruiting for a Full Time, Temp to Hire,  Director of Marketing in Meriden, CT !

Our client has a well-established marketing presence, and is looking for someone to evolve their marketing operations to mirror their growth trajectory.

Below are some of the responsibilities our client would be asking of you:

Responsibilities of the Director of Marketing:

• Website Management – (Experience with html coding preferable)
• Continuously strive to perfect user experience
• Master the content management system
• Optimize tracking and conversion tactics
• Project manage all web development efforts
• Manage ancillary features like live chat, bots, AI
• Lead Capture – (Experience with inbound marketing required)
• Manage inbound marketing automation program
• Design and develop landing pages
• Maintain downloadable asset catalog and lead forms
• Create funnel assets (eBooks, Whitepapers, etc.)
• Social Marketing – (Mastery of FB, Tw, LI required)
• Grow subscribers
• Manage company pages
• Develop content/editorial schedule
• Daily communications of industry news
• Oversee the creation of the monthly newsletter
• Develop lead generation ads and landing pages
• Company Communications
• Responsible for the creation and refinement of web copy
• Oversee all mass email communications
• Create press releases and company announcements
• Plan Public Outreach events
• Video Production – (Familiarity with Camtasia or equivalent preferred)
• Attend and manage professional video shoots as applicable to marketing
• Create screen capture videos
• Capture personal promotional videos
• Perform basic video editing
• Graphic Design – (Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, or equivalent preferred)
• Oversee the creation of collateral
• PPC Advertising – (Mastery of Google Analytics required | Mastery of PPC platforms preferred)
• Consult on PPC campaigns
• Manage and measure analytics

Purpose

This position involves the Assembly of various Controls and Components.

Input Material

Depending on what is being assembled, some input material is supplied as basic material on which further manufacturing processes are performed (such as wire that is wound into heater coils and annealed).  Other input material consists of components that are purchased, or come from another Manufacturing group, and are assembled into larger components and/or finished products (such as contactors, indicator lights and other components that are assembled into an Automatic Bus Transfer (ABT) switch).

Essential Functions

Wide varieties of functions are performed by the Assemblers and are broken down by Proficiency Levels:

Assembler I

Assembles complex Controls and Control Cabinets as well as assembly on various product lines and other equipment; On Control Cabinets, after layout is determined, panels are stenciled to show the location of subassemblies.  Major components are mounted and wiring is routed.  Interconnecting wires are attached to the panels.  Shrink-fit labels, cable clamps and tie-downs are installed; wires also may be connected to terminals by mechanical fastening or by soldering connections.  Checks are made to ensure that all mechanical functions work and that there is room for replacing parts, electrically wire runs may be checked by use of multi-meter or other device.  Doors, external labels, engraved identification plates, and viynlites are installed to complete the project, and then the completed unit is submitted to Test and Q.A.  Similar procedures are used on various product lines and may require additional specific operations, such as (but not limited to), contact pressure setting to tolerance, drilling and pinning, limit switch functionality checks, or the functionality of any other moving parts and motors are checked for proper rotation direction.

Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor Control & Component Assembly.

Westaff is recruiting for a:

Part Time Bookkeeper/Admin Support

for a multi-state contractor in Cheshire, CT 

Tuesdays and Thursdays 8-4:30 

This is a temp to perm opportunity, and will pay based on experience.  

Construction experience strongly preferred! 

Job duties of the Part Time Bookkeeper:

Heavy entry of and processing of Accounts Payable 

Check reconciliations

Matching credit cards to receipts

Data entry (with Job costing experience strongly preferred)

Assist with monthly, quarterly and yearly taxes, preparation for their accountant

A/R, with AIA /construction experience

Multi state payroll

General ledger and allocations

Use of Foundation (a Construction based software)

Use of Word, Excel, Outlook (and ACT database) for all Administrative tasks assigned as required, running reports, etc.

Candidates will be tested on Excel. 

Westaff is recruiting for a Planner.

This is a Full Time, Temp to Perm position.

Purpose of the Planner role:

This position performs the planning function for all customer and inventory orders including lights, motor controllers (including spare parts), line voltage regulators, motors, and vendor services (plating & heat treating).

Essential Functions of the Planner role:

Planning/Organizing

· Ensures that all Item Master Data (such as Lead-Time, Cost, etc.) is accurate and up to date.
· Helps maintain Supplier On-Time Delivery at 98+% to the day, with any open balances due within 5 working days.
· Develops Kan Ban/Supplier Stocking Programs that allow the Company to minimize inventory yet provide high levels of customer satisfaction through reduced Lead-Times and On-Time Delivery.
· Reduces Product Line Costs a minimum of 7-10% annually.
· Creates Work Orders in VISUAL MRP for all parts with delivery dates that meet Sales Order required dates. Creation of Work Order relieves parts or components from Inventory. Each fabricated part has a Work Order, but is manufactured in-house.
· Reviews "Past Billed History" for Sales (if part or component was previously made for another Customer).
· Goes out to Vendors with Request for Quotation (RFQ) to obtain best price and terms for purchased parts or services. On Repetitive Sales, no RFQ is required.
· Issues Purchase Orders for materials or services on Work Order.
· Checks manufacturing capacity - if Sales Order permits, puts in VISUAL to ship early if manufacturing capacity is available earlier.
· Is responsible for tracking progress of Work Order until product is shipped.
· Reviews VISUAL Requirement Report - shows shortages.
· Reviews Backlog Report (in MS Access) daily - it lists all Orders and status of parts.
· Reviews Receiving Report - shows what was received on daily basis.
· Gets Receiving Tickets from Receiving Inspector - paperwork, including packing slip, with in-coming shipment.
· Reviews Shipping Report - shows what was shipped on a daily basis.
· Reviews Open Purchase Order Report to see what parts are still due.
· Does Bill of Material (BOM) Review - if items are missing on the BOM, initiates paper Engineering Change Notice (ECN) with the part and drawing number and the BOM that it should be on.

Customer/Vendor Work Relationships

· Sales: Keeps Sales updated on status of Work Orders
· Finance: All items related to component price
· QC: Vendor, and all other quality issues
- Manufacturing: Delivery of materials - shop capacity
· Engineering: All issues related to design

Performs other duties as assigned by Manager Materials. Reports to Manager Materials. Ensures that all work is done in accordance with Customer specifications and Company Policy. Keeps Manager Materials aware of all progress and problems.

- Spends between 60% - 75% of time working at a desk in a normal office environment.
· Spends between 20% - 25% of time on work away from desk, including going out into shop and discussing manufacturing issues with QC inspectors and Manufacturing Department personnel. Must wear eye protection and any other required personal protective equipment while on the shop floor.
· Spends between 5% - 15% of time travelling to Customer or Vendor's facilities and on other Company business.

Westaff is looking for Second Shift Machine Operators to join the metal industry to process customer orders and accurately process material according to the work order specifications. Ensure that processing equipment is maintained in a safe and clean condition. Maintain processing area in a clean, safe and orderly manner. Complete all required information entry accurately. 

Monday-Friday, 3:30-Finish (usually around 12:30) - no overtime as temps

Temp-Hire!

$16/hr

Looking for people with good attitude, longevity and are eager to work-willing to train.

 Purpose 

Assembles new electric motors and repairs motors that have been in service for one or more years.

 Input Material

 For new motors, all material is received from the Stock Room, Machine Shop, or Winding Room.  Repair Motors go to the Test Department first for electrical tests - then to the Motor Assembly & Repair Department

.Essential Functions

 New Motors are assembled by Motor Assembler I, II and III depending on size and complexity.  Repair Motors are Evaluated and Repaired only by Motor Assembler I.

• For New Motors:
• Parts are stockpiled until there are no parts missing.
• Armature or Rotor is balanced on Balancing Machine to eliminate vibration and noise.
• Parts, including frame, brackets, stator, rotor, and many others are assembled per the drawings and the motor is checked for run-out.
• It then goes to test and is checked for opens or grounds.
• After test, it goes to painting and shipping
• For Repair Motors:
• Motors first go through an Evaluation.  The motor is torn down completely, all parts are identified, and recommendations concerning what parts should be replaced are entered into the Evaluation & Repair Report and the motor is stored
• Evaluation is then checked by QA and all information is sent to Sales.  The Customer Service Specialist contacts the Customer and the motor is either scrapped or refurbished.  If it is a Government motor, and it is scrapped, it must be witnessed by a Government Representative.
• If the motor is refurbished, it is put on a local Manufacturing Department schedule.
• A Refurbishing Kit that was previously assembled is used.
• The parts are all washed in dielectric solvent
• Armature or Rotor is balanced on Balancing Machine to eliminate vibration and noise.
• The motor is assembled based on the drawings and the parts list, and then goes to Inspection and Test - minor adjustments are sometimes required.
• The motor then goes to Painting
• It is then returned to Motor Assembly & Repair for the installation of stencils, nameplates and external hardware
• The motor then goes back to inspection and is shipped.

Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor Motor Assembly & Repair / Winding.

Westaff is now hiring for a press operator/deburring associate for a growing manufacturing company in Wallingford, CT.

This is a 1st shift position starting at $13/hr.

Job Description:         

The press operator/deburring associate will work under the Lead Gasket Manufacturing Supervisor to mainly deburr metal parts on deburr wheels. The press operator/deburring associate have a willingness to learn new jobs such as ink stamping and/or bagging parts, operating a hydraulic mechanical press, spot welder, fly press or mechanical power press. 

Westaff offers benefits such as medical and dental insurance, free online classes, and referral bonuses! 

Second shift available for Sanitation Position with Overtime 

Second Sanitation hours: 2pm-10pm Monday- Friday and Overtime on Saturdays 

Sanitation Associate Details

-Full time, Temp to Hire position $10.65/hr 
-Food Factory on the bus line looking for Sanitation workers. 
-Food experience is a plus but not require. 
-Adhere to GMP rules 
-Spanish speaking supervisors on site. 

Immediate Openings for  Temp to Hire Assembly Positions

Responsibilities Include:

• Preparing work to be accomplished by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications, and parts lists; gathering parts, tools, and materials.
• Positioning parts and subassemblies by using templates or reading measurements.
• Assembling components by examining connections for correct fit; fastening parts and subassemblies.
• Verifies specifications by measuring completed component.
• Resolveing assembly problems by altering dimensions to meet specifications; notifying supervisor to obtain additional resources.
• Keeping equipment operational by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
• Maintaining safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Maintaining supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
• Documenting actions by completing production and quality forms. Contributing to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Immediate Openings for Machine Operators in New Britain!

Responsibilities Include:

• Set up and operation of Cap Liner Machine.
• Visual inspection to ensure that product is manufactured to the highest quality.
• Packing of Cap Liners into boxes for shipping.
• Stacking and organizing boxes on pallet.
• Consistent attention to detail.
• Continual adherence to proper safety protocol and regulations.
• Forklift operations
• Canco Machine operations

Apply Today!

A privately owned American pharmaceutical company specializing in the development and marketing of quality, over-the-counter (OTC) drugs and nutritional products is looking for a material handler to join their team! 

Temp-Hire

Pay: $12.30/hr

Hrs: 3:30pm-12:00am 4 days/week; they usually work Mon., Tues., Weds and then have 1 more day added to their schedule, either Thurs., Fri., or Sat. 

Require DT and Background Check

*All Associates are required to wear PPE mandated for area in which they work including-safety glasses, hair nets, beard nets, lab coats, booties. Short fingernails, no jewelry, no perfume.

Responsibilities:

• • Operate / Monitor a variety of production equipment that packages product (Cartoner and Case Packing
  • Stations), plus more complex items (Bottle Filling Station and Bottle Labeling Station)
  • Stock and sort materials for packaging/filling operation and replenish packaging supplies, such as bottles, tablets, labels, caps, etc.
  • Observe machine operation to ensure quality and conformity of filled/packaged products to standards. Notify supervisors/management if issues are observed
  • Verify issued components and Inspect components and finished goods during packaging process to ensure compliance with specifications
  • Inspect and remove finished items from machine and separate rejected items
  • Clean Equipment and Facility as directed
  •         Perform Line Set Up Activities
  Other Duties as assigned

Westaff has openings in Cheshire, CT for Customer Service Reps/Phone Auditors!!!

The Phone Auditor completes insurance premium audits for Worker’s Compensation and General Liability policies.

Pay rate:  $14/hr

These are Full Time, Temp to Perm positions.  

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

A Phone Premium Auditor will work in the office as part of a team that makes calls and enters data to complete Worker's Comp and General Ledger audits for variance insurance companies.

A Phone Premium Auditor will perform the following tasks:

• Make several calls to insureds and agents on a daily basis
• Complete audits based on rules and regulations for class code(s), specific state(s) and clients
• Correspond with policyholders, CPA’s, bookkeepers, agents to gather additional information as needed

Full Time temp to permanent opportunity!

Pay rate:  $16-$17/hr

***PLEASE READ: To be considered, you must have strong MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and type 50 wpm, as well as 3-5 years related office experience.  

M-F 8-5

The Administrative Assistant provides both clerical and administrative support and will play a vital part in the administration and smooth-running of business.  

Duties of the Administrative Assistant role: 

Word processing,

Audio and copy typing

Letter writing

Dealing with telephone and email inquiries

Creating and maintaining filing systems

Arranging meetings and appointments and organizing travel for staff.

Managing and maintaining budgets, as well as invoicing

Answering calls and addressing requests

Sorting and distributing incoming mail

Liaising with staff in other departments and with external contacts

Booking rooms and conference facilities

Using content management systems to maintain and update websites and internal databases

Attending meetings, taking minutes and keeping notes

Westaff is currently looking for a 1st shift Utility person for a Manufacturing company in Bristol, CT.

Job Description:

This company is looking for a utility person for Deburring, Cleaning, and Cutting Metals. This company works with metals to create an array of products ranging from automotive pieces to other industrial parts.

Job Requirements:

Must be mechanically inclined, previous experience working in production deburring, able to speak good English, and able to work in a fast paced work environment. 

Westaff offers health benefits, weekly pay and eligibility to enroll in free, online, courses!!

APPLY TODAY!!!!

1st shift toolmaker/CNC programmer

*Must be able to use Solidworks

*Ability to repair existing molds

*Must be able to program CNC machining centers- lathe and milling machines

*tool design a plus

Must be able to read a blue print

Experience operating and programming CNC machines- lathe and milling

Experience in injection molding

PURPOSE OF POSITION: To maintain the building, facilities, machinery and equipment.

Understanding of Auto Mechanics; barrings and shafts 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:
? Completes all repairs required to sustain a productive operation.
? Completes all preventative maintenance assignments as directed.
? Assists in projects as directed by the crew leader and/or the Maintenance Supervisor.
? Operates machine tools to fabricate maintenance related items.
? Performs routine and non-routine tasks necessary to maintain the operation.
? Keeps all areas that maintenance jobs are taking place in clean on a daily basis.
? To be able to function as a crew leader when needed.
? To be versatile in all areas such as welding, plumbing, electrical, etc.
? Any task assigned by supervisor or management.

Westaff is looking for a 1st shift mechanic in Hamden, CT! This is a temp-to-hire opportunity paying around $12-15/hr. depending on experience.

This position is for an entry-level mechanic, ideally someone with a trade school background in plumbing or carpentry.  Recent grads with no working experience are encouraged to apply!

Westaff offers benefits such as medical, dental, referral bonuses, weekly pay, and free online courses! Apply now for immediate consideration!

Westaff is looking for CNC Machine Operators in the Bristol/Watertown area!

Hours-M-Thurs, 1st shift 6:00-4:30 and 2nd shift 4:30-2:30

Pay: $14-$17/hr

with set up skills $17-$25/hr, depending on experience

Looking for a First shift Quality inspector 

Verifies inspection status of product at all stages of the manufacturing process, records data, and maintains related documentation.

 Duties and Responsibilities

 Production                            

• Performs First Article, In-process, and Final Inspection of product in accordance with established Quality Plans using precision measuring equipment, standard inspection instruments, and custom gages.
• Completes Statistical Process Control requirements including Gage R & R Studies, Process Potential Studies, Process Capability Studies, and X & R Control Charts.
• Provides certifications for shipments of finished product to customers, including certification information from suppliers/vendors for raw materials/subcontracted services, and creates and maintains files for certifications.
• Documents and maintains records of scrap material on Internal Scrap Reports, and verifies disposition of scrap material.

 Trains and oversees the work of temporary inspectors

 Quality

• Develops Quality Plans utilizing knowledge of product manufacturing methods, process and/or customer specified critical dimensions, and suitable inspection techniques.
• Records all inspection data on appropriate forms, and creates and maintains files for all inspection documentation.
• Controls raw material by assigning lot numbers upon receipt, entering receipts onto the Raw Material Log, performing incoming inspection, verifying inspection status by tagging skids and coils, and creating and maintaining files for raw material certification.
• Inspects and generates inspection reports for die details and miscellaneous tooling components, as required.
• Retains and identifies production part samples for reference
• Documents discrepant material detected at Incoming, In-process, Final, or Customer Receiving Inspection on Material Review Reports, and reviews with the Quality Manager for disposition and possible corrective action.