What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custom Hose Production Technician position at Teknor Apex?
Imagine being part of a company with nearly a century of groundbreaking history. Since 1924, Teknor Apex has grown from a small tire store in Rhode Island to a renowned provider of custom compounds with operations across the globe—from the United States to Belgium, Singapore, Germany, and China.
Still family-owned, Teknor Apex is guided by a legacy of deep-rooted partnerships with our employees and clients. These relationships empower us to provide bespoke compound solutions that help enhance the products of our partners worldwide.
"Manufacturing is a team sport and we work together to achieve our goals." ~Jon Fain
Become a vital player in our custom compound creation process.
Your Duties Include:
- Analyze the production schedule to determine hose assembly tasks and table allocations.
- Evaluate raw materials by examining the Batch Card for your work station.
- Confirm Automatic Counter settings match the sequential hose length requirements.
- Activate the cutter machine via the pedal to commence hose processing.
- Integrate fittings on expander machines, join hoses and fittings, use the foot pedal to engage expander, remove the hose and continue the cycle.
a) Engage the male hose end in the winding device, coil the hose, label it, secure the coil with straps, inspect, assemble cartons, apply side labels, and package the coil.
b) Replicate steps until cartons hold the assigned number of hoses, then move them onto the conveyor.
Proficiencies / Prerequisites:
- Identifying and resolving quality issues efficiently.
- Achieving or surpassing business productivity objectives.
- Maintaining detailed and accurate production logs.
- Strict compliance with safety directives.
- Execute responsibilities as appropriate or directed by management.
- Prepare samples, manage orders, and oversee carton labeling duties.
- Employ computerized label systems for carton labeling generation.
- Execute full spectrum quality inspections inclusive of length assessments.
- Capability to impart process knowledge to colleagues.
- Demonstrate operational decisions essential for sustaining production levels.
Execute various responsibilities as necessary or directed by supervisors.
Deliver operational supplies to tables as required for process continuity.
Supply unassembled cartons to finishing units as needed.
Comprehend detailed quality expectations necessary for handling product returns.
- High school diploma or equivalent level of literacy and numeracy.
- Capacity to work independently, with self-direction to meet tight deadlines.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand, squat, and move as required, including lifting up to 35 pounds.
- Excellent manual dexterity and physical coordination.
Teknor Apex is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status under state or federal laws. Must be 18 years of age or older to work at Teknor Apex.
