Second Shift Wheel Specialist

Summary:

Repairs damaged alloy wheels of automotive vehicles such as automobiles, SUV’s, and light trucks by performing the following duties successfully on a daily basis:

Duties

• Repairs damaged wheels following the AWRS remanufacturing process.
• Performs a specific duty at the respective workstation determined by the shop foreman/operations manager.
• Must have the ability to perform all other work station duties as required to complete the job, such as:
• Cleans wheels and completes the AWRS “check in” policy
• Removes/separates the tire from the wheel. Checks for bends in the wheel.
• Checks for structural damages in and around the mounting surface, lug nut holes, valve stem area, spokes and barrel specifically looking for cracks.
• Processes the ability to straighten a wheel.
• Must be able to singe a wheel safely using the AWRS method for safety and know how to use the Wheelabrator.
• Must be able to operate a sand blaster properly and safely
• Must learn to weld a cracked wheel safely. Also repair the welded area using abrasive tools.
• Will learn to operate the lathe if he does not know how
• Will learn to powder coat and paint wheels
• Must be able and willing to teach/train your fellow employees the skill set you possess at your workstation
• Maintains a clean and safe working environment in the entire reman center and specifically your individual workstation. You may have more than one workstation to clean daily.
• Willing to compete all other duties necessary to repair all wheels needing repair during your work shift.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education/Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Ability:
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to employees of the organization especially when needing to train a fellow employee.

Certificates and Licenses:
Certification from AWRS Training Department for Wheel Repair excellence.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit.