Plater Operator
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Job overview
Fontana Fasteners is hiring a Plater Operator. The Plater Operator is responsible for running and monitoring automated plating equipment and product in process. This role involves performing preventative maintenance on all equipment, operating mobile equipment, and maintaining housekeeping standards. The operator will also set up and run correct recipes for each operation, perform data entry, and conduct quality sampling and testing.
Key focus areas include Operate mobile equipment, Work in a team environment, and Train and mentor teammates on basic line operations.
Important skills include Operate Mobile Equipment, Team Environment, Train Teammates, Mentor Teammates, Maintain Housekeeping Standards, and Operate Automated Plating Equipment.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Benefits
Full job description
We believe our employees are the reason for our success, and our compensation and benefits are designed to reflect that belief.
Join our team and enjoy all the perks we offer which include: competitive wages, pay increases every 6 months, benefits 1st day, sign on / referral bonuses; 2 weeks paid vacation, 13 paid holidays, employee focused events, and much more.
This is a 2nd shift opportunity.
Responsible for running the automated plating equipment and monitoring
product in process. Performs preventative maintenance on all equipment.
Essential Functions:
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Operate mobile equipment.
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Work in a team environment.
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Ability to train and mentor teammates on basic line operations.
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Maintain housekeeping standards in the work area.
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Operate the automated plating equipment.
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Set up and run correct recipes for each operation.
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Start up and shut down of the fin 1 line, fin 2 line.
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Data entry of product information utilizing Google Sheets.
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Complete and record required data for the process utilizing Google Sheets.
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Perform quality sampling and testing requirements on the lines.
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Setup and standardize plating thickness testers.
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Identify and process non conforming product.
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Troubleshoot and identify problems on the plating lines and seek resolution.
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Monitor chemical levels in tanks.
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Monitor and adjust tank temperatures as needed.
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Drain, clean and maintain plating tanks and equipment.
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Monitor barrels for wear and tear and have them repaired.
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Perform inspection for mix product.
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Perform preventative maintenance on all equipment.
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Verify product in correct drum when loading
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Ensure safety standards are adhered to at all times.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills & Abilities:
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Must be able to use a variety of plating lab equipment.
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Ability to read and understand Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
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Ability to multi-task.
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Good problem solving skills.
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Identify and understand the chemicals used in the waste water and plating areas.
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Data entry and basic computer skills.
Education:
HS Diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
Experience:
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Experience in a manufacturing environment a plus.
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Stand-up Forklift experience a plus.
Working Conditions:
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Ability to stand for 8+ hours.
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Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on occasion.
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Must be able to work in a non-climate facility.
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Ability to bend and stoop.
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Must be flexible and willng to work overtime.
We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital status, handicap, genetic infiltration, disability or status as a veteran. Fontana reserves the right to require a drug screening at any time during the employment process.
Job Details
Job Family Machine Oper - Semi Skilled
Job Function MNF - Manufacturing
Pay Type Hourly
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