Assembler III-Tempering

ODL•Zeeland, MI

About The Position

Performs daily operations primarily involving cutting, handling, loading, staging, storing, and breaking down annealed glass panels. Strictly follows safety requirements for material handling and operation of glass tempering equipment. Contributes to continuous improvement by submitting and supporting ideas related to safety, quality, delivery, and cost. The role requires consistently meeting cycle times, understanding and applying quality criteria, following processes, and being cross-trained in multiple stations. The Assembler III - Tempering handles and organizes annealed and tempered glass through Hegla, Tenon, and Glaston tempering equipment; uses operating instructions and equipment controls; and troubleshoots and communicates equipment issues. The position also involves packaging, moving materials, completing rework and improvement projects, and flexing to other departments or positions as schedules and customer needs change.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Three or more years of related experience and/or training.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence or postings, labels, and production schedules.
Ability to speak or write effectively in English and complete forms or requests for information.
Ability to stand for long periods, bend and reach repeatedly, and use hands to manipulate tools and parts.
Ability to read newspaper-size print, walk, talk, and hear.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Handle, stage, and organize annealed and tempered glass through Hegla, Tenon, and Glaston tempering equipment.
Refer to on-screen faults and operating instructions when operating tempering equipment.
Troubleshoot and articulate issues associated with tempering equipment operation.
Use equipment-specific controls accurately to achieve the desired function.
Follow PPE and safety requirements for handling annealed and tempered glass.
Build cartons, lids, and other packaging for work stations.
Assist with moving materials into and out of the work area as needed.
Perform rework, special projects, and continuous improvement projects as needed or requested by the supervisor.
Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost, and submit ideas to the supervisor.
Flex to other departments and positions as schedules and customer needs change.
Support improvements and changes.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Meet cycle times consistently, demonstrate understanding and application of quality criteria, follow processes, and cross-train in multiple stations.