Finishing Operator

POSITION SUMMARY

The Finishing Operator performs a variety of functions under the finishing area, which includes:  belting, chasing, clear coating, drilling & tapping, sandblast operator, polisher operator, oxidation, packing & shipping, and painting. This position works to assure accuracy and quality control and promotes the flow of materials necessary to production.

 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

•    Visually inspects product at work station to determine work required.
•    Determines required finish operation based upon production order and ticket.
•    Performs finish process that meet quality standards of operation. Standards of operation are located on site for operators review and training.
•    Transfers product to and from work station in a safe manner.
•    Observes and follows safety precautions, rules and regulations.
•    Belting: belting AIB, VA memorials, and regular memorials, changing belts as necessary and end of shift procedure.  
•    Chasing: examining castings and determining what needs chased, pounding down welds, filling small holes with shot, chasing the surface, letters, ribbons, emblems, vase holes edges, and ornamentation, using the appropriate tools.  
•    Clear Coating:  performing clear coating operations, operating the clear booth controls, purging the paint gun, and end of shift procedures.
•    Drilling and Tapping: drilling and tapping of markers.
•    General Cleaning:  operating the sand blaster and the hand blaster.
•    Hand Polishing: performing hand polishing, using air tools, and end of shift procedures.
•    Oxidation: preparing castings for oxidation, performing oxidation, performing basic oxidation techniques, and end of shift procedures. 
•    Packing & Shipping: performing the final quality inspection of castings, then packing and shipping them.
•    Painting: operating the sand blaster and the hand blaster.
•    Handfinishing:  working with the aid of a microscope, engraving and sharpening rotary dies and inspecting parts for incoming and outgoing quality control.  
•    Responsible for maintaining work area and all equipment required to complete job.
•    Additional duties as assigned.
 

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

•    High school diploma or GED
•    2+ years of previous finishing experience preferred
•    Basic degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications.
•    Basic analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills.
•    Basic verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning).
•    Basic understanding and application of mathematical concepts.
•    Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients.
•    Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
•    Ability to work with and influence peers and management.
•    Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.
•    Possess a mechanical aptitude; ability to use a large variety of hand tools and basic knowledge of power tools, forklifts, welding equipment, and cutting torch.
•    Ability to work overtime as necessary. 

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL ASPECTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

•    Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk, hear and see.  
•    Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. 
•    Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
•    Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold & heat, risk of electrical shock, and toxic or caustic chemicals.
•    The noise level in the work environment may be high.

* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.