Semi-Con Plastics Welder and Fabricator

Semi-Con Plastics Welder and Fabricator

Position Title: Semi-Con Plastics Welder and Fabricator

Department : High Purity

Reports to: High Purity Production Supervisor
Position Summary

The Semi-Con Plastics Welder and Fabricator is responsible for fabricating plastic components and products, utilizing drawings, measurement tools, shop tools, and equipment. This employee will work at an appropriate pace to ensure that quality requirements are met while meeting or exceeding productivity targets, RMB standards, and customer specifications. Overtime is required. The salary range starts at $16/hr, which increases with experience, education, and certification.
Essential Position Functions and Responsibilities

This position includes (but is not limited to) the following essential functions:

• Read, interpret, analyze, and follow basic blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, weld symbols, bills of materials, and other written instructions or procedures for exact specifications of output to accurately create quality products that meet customer expectations and industry standards
• Utilize and operate measurement tools, such as calipers, pie tapes, height gages, and scales to fabricate components and assemblies as needed. Set stops and guides to specified lengths as indicated by scale, rule, or template.
• Use proper weld techniques (e.g., hot air and fusion welding), symbols, multiple machine settings, torch and plasma cutters, grinders, and other skills as necessary to perform welding to the highest standards and customer requirements - with the goal of producing strong, clean welds
• Mix proper chemicals to create solutions for cleaning the product; hand clean the product if needed
• Test output to ensure strength and tolerance of welds; perform quality work checks to ensure the product meets quality standards
• Inspect and measure work to ensure products are within print specifications
• Maintain weld machines using preventative maintenance methods; continually evaluate weld machine performance and technology to improve cycle times; troubleshoot malfunctions and perform repairs as needed
• Participate in continuous improvement activities, such as PPI teams, lean initiatives, 5S, etc.
• Review work to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, safety standards, customer specifications, and RMB standards
• Recommend quality and productivity improvements where appropriate to increase customer satisfaction, quality delivery performance, and profitability

Requirements and Qualifications

• Be on time and able to work assigned shifts
• Must maintain the confidentiality of all projects, customers, and RMB
• Possess high level of mathematical skills
• Certifications preferred or able to achieve certification: forklift, crane, and welding
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints, schematic diagrams, and shop orders/jobs to determine appropriate setup, production methods, and sequence of operation
• Possess the basic computer skills necessary to process work orders, retrieve electronic documents, and document results
• Complete work in accordance with the latest codes, standards, and practices of the industry
• Fabricate thermoplastic items per the production order and the computer-aided design print associated with the item
• Understand and meet quality goals and expectations
• Demonstrate proficiency in working with measurement tools, hand tools, and shop equipment
• Possess a self-motivated attitude, demonstrating the ability to work consistently and productively under minimal supervision in order to produce strong welds for a quality product
• Ability to communicate orally in the English language and in group, face-to-face, and one-to-one settings
• Report immediately to supervisor/lead/manager any and all problems, which may affect safety, equipment tooling, and/or quality
• Requires a flexible and cooperative attitude, including when asked to perform other duties or tasks that are not listed within this job description but are within the scope of this position
• Observe all safety procedures and wear personal protective equipment (PPE), such as safety glasses, respirators, etc. as required
• Effectively process changes through RMB feedback and reviews
• Ability to understand and follow instructions given out orally and in writing by High Purity Supervisor or as specified by customer expectations and requirements

Physical Requirements and Hazards

The employee will be required to:

• Stand while working with machinery
• Sit during computer work
• Perform repetitive movements
• Operate a forklift and overhead crane
• Lift no more than 50 pounds alone and assist in team lifts of more than 50 pounds
• Fulfill the work schedule, work hours, and productivity expectations of their supervisor and RMB
• Comply with established standards, policies, and laws applicable to our business
• Possess specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Hazards:

RMB Products enforces all safety regulations. The employee is expected to follow all safety precautions. While being employed by RMB Products, the employee may be exposed to burns, cuts, and tripping.

The employee may be required to use PPE. Each employee has responsibility for the protection and proper use of company property.

There is a high potential for exposure to hazardous conditions. Proper precautions and safety equipment (including fall equipment) must be used.

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