BiM Unpacking/Straightening & Heat Treat 2nd

This position will be responsible for production operations in the Bi-Metal unloading and straightening area for Power Tool Accessories. This is an interchangeable position where the operator with rotate between the unloading/inspection station and the straightening machine. This function will directly be involved with safety, quality, and daily production tasks. Close attention to detail and some technical knowledge will be required.

Primary Duties and Accountabilities

Machine operation (Heat Treat Ovens) – Including but not limited to:

Select correct programming on each furnace to run various part types, identify correct fixturing for each part type, inspect tooling for excessive wear, load/unload heat treat fixtures using cranes and load/unload the furnaces using power lifters, move material around within the area as needed, acknowledge basic machine alarms and react accordingly, complete production quality checks and various paperwork per routings, fulfill correct orders in accordance with FIFO system.

Unpacking, Sorting, and Inspection Operation – Including but not limited to:

Select correct parts to unload from heat treat FIFO, unpack handfuls of blades from heat treat magazines, ensure separation of individual blades (force impact on table as needed), use basic hand gages, and visually inspect parts for excessive distortion from heat treatment. Must make determinations and sort parts according to the potential defects found. Complete production paperwork documentation as needed. Read and understand process documentation along with applicable standards and specification.

Straightening Machine Operation – Including but not limited to:

Select correct programming for the corresponding part type, load/unload the machine using the correct blade orientation (both manual and automatic loading/unloading will be used). Use basic hand gauges to ensure quality. Complete production paperwork documentation as needed and understand process documentation along with applicable standards and specification. Fulfill correct orders in accordance with FIFO system.

• High school Diploma or GED from an accredited school
• Minimum 1 years’ experience in manufacturing
• General computer knowledge and software navigation ability
• Ability to operate machinery and understand manufacturing operational techniques
• Previous experience with equipment / tooling setups is desired
• Technical experience in machine or equipment navigation / troubleshooting is desired
• Experience in FIFO and process flow as related to a production process
• Must be organized and have an acute attention to detail
• Experience with quality inspections is desired
• Ability to stand and be mobile for 8hrs
• Proper hand dexterity for moving individual product
• Ability to read and comprehend specifications, instructions, and documentation
• Ability to multitask and work in cross functional team environment
• Ability to lift (up to) 40lbs