What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plating Operator position at Penn Engineering?
POSITION SUMMARY:
At PennEngineering, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. You can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We're committed to fostering an environment for every employee that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
PennEngineering is seeking a motivated, excited, individual to be a part of our Plating Team. As the Plating Operator at PennEngineering, you'll collaborate with teams that do truly amazing things.
Join us as we build the future in Manufacturing and Engineering!
PERKS AND BENEFITS:
- Medical & Employer Paid: Dental and Vision
- Parental Leave
- 401k and Employer Match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid On the Job Training
- Performance incentive bonuses
- Community Volunteering
- Talent Referral Bonus Program
- Employee Centric Culture
- 1st and 2nd shift opportunities
- Air-conditioned work environment
- Onsite Gym
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Efficiently and effectively runs the plating process to engineering specifications through utilizing one or a combination of the following: procedures, manual, work instructions, router, and written instructions.
- Operates a multi-tank-computerized machine to plate product.
- Wears proper PPE while performing tank maintenance such as tank additions, new tank makeup, tank discharge and tank clean outs.
- Safely handles spill response and properly handles hazardous waste.
- Safely utilizes an electric pallet jack and hoist to move product.
- Supports the Environmental Policy and Environmental Management System.
- Employee must learn the correct procedures for preparation and approval of manifest and land disposal forms and DOT procedures for shipment of hazardous waste as well as spill response training.
- Loads and unloads product from the plating line and dryers.
- Performs inspection of finished product per control plan including visual inspection and product gaging.
- Responsible for proper labeling and identification of chemicals, waste, hazards and product.
- Communicate production status and issues with other operators, supervision and maintenance through meetings and email.
- Participates in team meetings and works well with team members.
- Actively participates in continuous improvement activities and initiatives to meet team goals.
- Maintains equipment and a clean, organized work area following 6S principles.
- Operates x-ray machine to measure plating thickness.
- Performs daily preventive maintenance.
- Performs adhesion testing on product.
- Pulls and labels samples of product as needed for process validations.
- Move chemical drums utilizing appropriate equipment.
- Segregate, document and control non-conforming product.
- Collects chemical samples for lab analysis. Analyzes samples and makes additions to tanks to maintain tank parameters within operating specifications.
- Organize and process work based on the due date, emails and other communication.
- Performs other tasks as required.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Good verbal, written communication skills as well as basic math skills.
- Basic computer knowledge preferred.
- 1 years of plating experience, preferably with zinc plating
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Visual acuity for detailed work.
- Must be able to lift and maneuver 35 pounds on a skid multiple times per hour.
- Must be able to lift a maximum of 50 lbs. from floor to waist, and waist to floor.
- Must be able to stand throughout the entire (12-hour shift).
Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Belonging (DEB) endeavors to create a safe space for all employees and customers, regardless of age, race, sex, gender identity, national origin, or religion. We lift up voices and opinions by creating a respectful work environment where difference is valued, and we are doing our part to build towards a greater society where diverse points of view are celebrated.
