Friction Operator
Job Summary :
Fabricate, process, inspect and package carbon / carbon products, continuously improving processes to increase productivity and reduce defects.
Schedule :
4a - 4p : A Shift : S-T / Wed; B Shift : W / Th-Sat.
4p - 4a : C Shift : S-T / Wed; D Shift : W / Th- Sat.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
- Read, interpret brake molding fabrication specifications, work order and quality assurance instructions, company customer's specifications, MSDS, and safety rules.
- Measure tolerance on job during production.
- Maintain and perform daily housekeeping.
- Calculate amounts, cut sheets, shapes, and chops prepreg.
- Operate and perform light maintenance of equipment including chopper changeover.
- Weigh and load chopped prepreg material into molding tools.
- Operate material handling equipment, forklifts and hoists.
- Load and operate hydraulic presses.
- Inspect parts using visual and Data Myte systems.
- Mask brake assembly components. Apply primer. Spray paint per work order instructions. Load and operate ovens.
- Operate rivet, drill engraver, and band saw machines including setup.
- Update and maintain measuring devices and Data Myte system this will include programming of inspection criteria for new configurations.
- Train coworkers to create a fully cross-trained production team.
- Actively participate in problem-solving teams, identifying process improvement opportunities
Skills :
Write routine reports and correspondence.Customer and employee communication.Read and interpret documents such as brake molding and CVD fabric product specifications, work order and quality assurance instructions.Add, subtract, multiply, and divide figures, decimal-fraction conversions, and calculate using simple formulas. Apply concepts of basic algebra.Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Required :
High school graduate or GED.Consistent job tenure on resume.3 years' manufacturing experience.US Citizenship.Submission to lifetime background process.Tools and Equipment :
Computer.Temperature / pressure recorders digital weight scales.Hydraulic floor hoist, floor jack, and press.Die cutter.Prepreg chopper.Riveter machine.Band saw machine.Ovens.Hand tools.Molding plates and spacers.Material carts and baskets.Mold and tool dies.Standard measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, and dial indicators.Physical Demands :
Sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.Regularly lift and / or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.Close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.Work Environment :
Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles.Occasional exposure to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; and vibration.Loud noise level.Use of provided protective equipment.