Line Operator (Afternoon Shift: 3pm - 11pm)

Task Force Tips•Valparaiso, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Task Force Tips, LLC. is an established manufacturer of firefighting equipment based in Valparaiso, IN. Our continuous improvement process ensures we help first responders save lives and protect property more safely and effectively than the day before. TFT is part of Madison Industries, one of the largest and most successful privately held companies in the world. Our Culture is Contagious! Come grow with us and be part of the TFT Proud Culture! Be a part of saving lives and protecting property by putting life-saving products in the hands of our first responders! We are seeking a Line Operator who is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and performance of the Anodizing Line.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of and ability to use practical application of chemistry and process control.
Thorough knowledge of and ability to make practical application of OSHA and company safety precautions and procedures.
Ability to observe, collect data, and interpret statistical process control for data-based decision-making.
Ability to work with others in a team environment with minimum supervision, and work on several tasks at the same time, often under time pressure.
Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
Ability to use excel spreadsheet software.
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with other Department personnel, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities, and disabilities.

Responsibilities

Oversees and monitors the highest level of production efficiency, schedule compliance, and oversees preventative maintenance of the line.
Works in tandem with the Lead Finisher to load and run parts in the order of priority.
Facilitates the correct finishing of parts required for Assembly to maintain schedule compliance.
Works with Finishing Manager to evaluate and resolve part shortages or quality issues associated with the Anodizing process to ensure needed parts on a timely basis.
Maintains frequent communication with Finishing Manager and Maintenance Manager to schedule repairs and make suggestions to improve line safety and performance.
Proactively offers suggestions for the improvement of a product, process, or practice.
Performs scheduled PMs on time. Coordinates with the Finishing and Maintenance Managers to schedule PMs that are performed by the Maintenance department.
Communicates regularly with the Finishing Manager advising of machine and or non-compliant process issues, or production problems, quality issues or any other situation that may slow down or stop production.
Assists with training and corrective instruction and has input in evaluating job performances for department personnel.
Organizes tooling, lab equipment and other items as needed. Maintain a clean and orderly lab to ensure accurate testing.
Maintains safe and orderly work area including organized safe chemical storage and inventory.
Maintain statistical data collection.
Maintains records and wastewater treatment system to protect TFT discharge license.
Performs scheduled reviews to and offers suggestions for improvements to the operating instructions and other quality documents. Assists with documents re-writes as instructed.
Monitors and ensures proper operation of support equipment such as the boiler, chiller, scrubbers, and chemical addition systems.
Utilizes data to adjust chemical additions to adequately maintain chemistry level for operation for automatic processing as well as the proper disposal of all empty containers related to this.
Communicate with Manager and Other Line operators to convey problems, solutions and other information that will be pertinent to their shift.
Sign off and record all tests and checks as identified in the lab daily checklist.
Performs other duties in the Finishing Department as assigned.