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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.​

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

**Operate precision machinery for high-performance battery production!** Teledyne Battery Products is seeking a COS Machine Operator to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you’ll operate and maintain COS equipment to produce lead-acid batteries, ensuring quality and safety at every step.

What you’ll do

+ Set up, operate, and monitor COS machines to cast lead straps and weld them onto battery elements.

+ Align battery plates and lugs for accurate strap casting and welding.

+ Adjust machine settings to meet production specifications and quality standards.

+ Monitor lead temperature, mold alignment, and casting quality throughout the process.

+ Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, and minor repairs on equipment.

+ Conduct visual and dimensional inspections using gauges and measurement tools.

+ Document production data, downtime, and quality checks accurately.

+ Follow all safety protocols, including PPE usage and lead handling procedures.

+ Collaborate with maintenance and quality teams to resolve issues and improve processes.

What you need

+ High school diploma or GED (required).

+ 2+ years of experience in manufacturing or machine operation.

+ Familiarity with casting, welding, or automated production equipment.

+ Ability to read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and technical instructions.

+ Strong attention to detail and quality standards.

+ Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

+ Must be a U.S. Person (includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees) (required).

Preferred

+ Experience with lead-acid battery manufacturing.

+ Forklift certification.

+ Knowledge of COS10S or similar automated strap-casting systems.

Working conditions

+ Exposure to high temperatures from molten lead and heated molds.

+ Manufacturing environment with moderate to high noise levels.

+ Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting (up to 50 lbs).

+ Use of PPE including gloves, safety glasses, respirators, and protective clothing.

+ Strict adherence to safety and hygiene protocols for lead handling.

+ Shift work, weekends, or overtime may be required based on production needs.

What we offer

+ Competitive pay and comprehensive health benefits.

+ Medical, dental, vision, and employee assistance programs.

+ Disability coverage and supplemental insurance options.

+ 401(k) with company match and employee stock purchase plan.

+ Paid time off, education assistance, and voluntary benefits like pet insurance.

+ A collaborative environment focused on safety and quality.

What happens next

Apply online through Teledyne’s careers page. If your qualifications align, our team will contact you for interviews and guide you through the process.

_Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Employment is contingent on background checks and compliance with applicable regulations._

Salary Range:

$32,300.00-$43,100.000

Pay Transparency

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. ​

You may not realize it, but Teledyne enables many of the products and services you use every day **.**

Teledyne provides enabling technologies to sense, transmit and analyze information for industrial growth markets, including aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, energy, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.