Electronic Sorting - Technician

Job Description

Job Description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Founded in 1940, Driv-Lok is a world leader and preferred manufacturer of fastening and joining component solutions. DRIV-LOK helps engineers, product designers and assembly managers achieve up to 50% lower assembly costs. DRIV-LOK applies a proven methodology for identifying fastening solutions that reduce costs, promote safety and efficiency, and enhance product performance.

We are currently expanding to bring more innovation and high-performance solutions to our growing customer base. Join our collaborative, forward-looking team and help us build on our current success, find new and creative ways to solve problems, bring value to our customers, and be part of helping us achieve our goal as a leader in the metal manufacturing.

PURPOSE :

To maintain the set-up and operation for the inspection equipment, and provide training for both the inspection equipment and hand sorting applications for the Sorting Department to confirm that product meets the quality requirements.

POSITION EXPECTATIONS AND JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES :

• Skill and ability to interpret specifications, customer drawings and Driv-Lok drawings and / or shop orders to establish product conformance.
• Responsible to set-up, operate, troubleshoot, and interpret all Driv-Lok inspection equipment (e.g., LED, Laser, Electronic sorters).
• Understands the proper use of various precision measuring instruments.
• Responsible to oversee and assist with hand sorting.
• Responsible to perform all record keeping responsibilities for assigned area.
• Understands the process for entering stock into inventory.
• Responsible to train automatic inspection personnel, hand sort personnel and some material handling.
• Responsible to process and propose disposition of inspected and rejected product.
• Responsible to schedule department work load, contact Supervisor with necessary overtime requirements, and work with Supervisor and Plant Controller on load analysis and action plans.
• Responsible to maintain low past due work order hours and keep open orders at less than 30 days backlog.
• Must be a good communicator with both internal and external individuals.
• Responsible for good housekeeping in assigned area.
• All other duties as assigned by supervisor or his / her designee.

COMPETENCY :

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies : Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment. Attendance / Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time. Reliability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions, exhibits sound and accurate judgment, demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles. Initiative - Volunteers readily, asks for and offers help when needed. Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work . Planning / Organizing - Uses time efficiently. Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner, reacts well under pressure, treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, looks for ways to improve and promote quality, applies feedback to improve performance, monitors own work to ensure quality. Quantity - Meets productivity standards, completes work in timely manner. Safety - Observes safety procedures, reports potentially unsafe conditions, uses equipment and materials properly.

QUALIFICATIONS :

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

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE :

High school diploma or equivalent is required. Equivalent of 3 years trades training preferred, but not required. Detail oriented, mechanical knowledge and basic electrical understanding. Must be flexible in work assignments and be able to work cooperatively as a team member and demonstrate respect and courtesy to all internal and external customers.

LANGUAGE ABILITY :

Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, process sheets, documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Have good communication skills.

MATH ABILITY :

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to work with close tolerances.

REASONING ABILITY :

Ability to solve technical / practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Must be flexible in work assignments and be able to work cooperatively as a team member and demonstrate respect and courtesy to all internal and external customers.

COMPUTER SKILLS :

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have experience with Word Processing software; Excel processing software; Manufacturing software and Database software.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES :

Responsibilities include, training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work. Addresses complaints and resolves problems generated by internal departments or by external customers which relate to the Sorting department.

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

The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, pull, bend, and stand a majority of the shift.

JOB AND BENEFITS SUMMARY

BENEFITS

Financial :

401(k) and 401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Referral program

Healthcare : Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Employee Well-Being and Development :

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Tuition reimbursement