Machine Operator (Galvanizer)

PORTLAND BOLT & MANUFACTURING CO LLC•Portland, OR

17d•$23 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Galvanizer sets up, operates, and tends hot-dip galvanizing equipment to immerse steel parts in molten zinc for corrosion protection. Galvanizers typically start with foundational support tasks and train toward independently performing the full hot-dip galvanizing process, including pickling, spinning, and quality verification, as skill and experience develop.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
No prior galvanizing experience required — training provided
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team; increasing independence expected as skills develop
Understanding of basic units of measurement
Ability to read a tape measure accurately to 1/16 inch
Must become forklift certified through Portland Bolt within 90 days of hire
Vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs independently; frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, and reach
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, and to work around heat, noise, vibration, and moving equipment
Ability to work in occasionally wet or humid (non-weather) conditions and exposure to fumes or airborne particles

Nice To Haves

Prior mechanical experience
General mechanical aptitude
Galvanizing experience preferred

Responsibilities

Sort completed parts into the appropriate container or packaging for the next process step; run parts through the Roto Blaster
Determine material grade and mark or paint parts with the corresponding color code
Load and mix racks and tubs effectively for proper galvanizing coverage and handling (proficiency builds with training and experience)
Pickle and/or spin parts to remove excess zinc, including nonstandard or unique parts as proficiency increases
Immerse product in cleaning and coating solutions for specified times; remove and inspect for conformance to specifications
Clean dross from the zinc tank and pit; safely add chemicals and zinc in the appropriate amounts
Determine whether galvanizing on a part or batch meets specification; troubleshoot causes of inadequate galvanizing as skill develops
Monitor machine operation, adjusting or stopping equipment when problems occur
Finalize and package products for shipment
Operate and maintain machinery and production line equipment
Operate overhead cranes and forklifts safely to move product and materials
Follow established production guidelines and procedures
Perform other duties as assigned
Follow all safety precautions and production safety guidelines at all times
Safely work around and handle toxic or caustic chemicals used in the galvanizing process
Operate safely around moving mechanical parts and equipment
Inspect equipment and product for integrity and safety; report any anomalous conditions promptly
Maintain a clean and organized workstation and production floor
Wear required PPE at all times in designated production areas, including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and steel-toed footwear