Finishing Operator

Matthews International•Springettsbury Township, PA

1d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

The Finishing Operator performs a variety of functions under the finishing area, which includes: belting, chasing, clear coating, drilling & tapping, sandblast operator, polisher operator, oxidation, packing & shipping, and painting. This position works to assure accuracy and quality control and promotes the flow of materials necessary to production.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
2+ years of previous finishing experience preferred
Basic degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications.
Basic analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills.
Basic verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning).
Basic understanding and application of mathematical concepts.
Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients.
Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
Ability to work with and influence peers and management.
Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.
Possess a mechanical aptitude; ability to use a large variety of hand tools and basic knowledge of power tools, forklifts, welding equipment, and cutting torch.
Ability to work overtime as necessary.

Responsibilities

Visually inspects product at work station to determine work required.
Determines required finish operation based upon production order and ticket.
Performs finish process that meet quality standards of operation. Standards of operation are located on site for operators review and training.
Transfers product to and from work station in a safe manner.
Observes and follows safety precautions, rules and regulations.
Belting: belting AIB, VA memorials, and regular memorials, changing belts as necessary and end of shift procedure.
Chasing: examining castings and determining what needs chased, pounding down welds, filling small holes with shot, chasing the surface, letters, ribbons, emblems, vase holes edges, and ornamentation, using the appropriate tools.
Clear Coating: performing clear coating operations, operating the clear booth controls, purging the paint gun, and end of shift procedures.
Drilling and Tapping: drilling and tapping of markers.
General Cleaning: operating the sand blaster and the hand blaster.
Hand Polishing: performing hand polishing, using air tools, and end of shift procedures.
Oxidation: preparing castings for oxidation, performing oxidation, performing basic oxidation techniques, and end of shift procedures.
Packing & Shipping: performing the final quality inspection of castings, then packing and shipping them.
Painting: operating the sand blaster and the hand blaster.
Handfinishing: working with the aid of a microscope, engraving and sharpening rotary dies and inspecting parts for incoming and outgoing quality control.
Responsible for maintaining work area and all equipment required to complete job.
Additional duties as assigned.