Plant Lean Utility Worker - Deer Creek (Portland, OR)
About The Position
This role is responsible for achieving world-class plant cleanliness and organization by assisting in the implementation of LEAN principles, including 5S and continuous improvement. The position involves designing and assembling fixtures, tables, carts, and shop aids, as well as maintaining X-ray backups and managing incoming stores to control costs. The worker will also perform basic welding, cutting, and grinding tasks, and must comply with all safety requirements and participate in required training and evaluations. There may be contact with hazardous waste, requiring appropriate handling and management.
Requirements
- Demonstrated ability to lead a cleaning crew by scheduling tasks to meet deadlines.
- A minimum of six months experience using a variety of hand and power tools including but not limited to routers and table saws.
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
- Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions, i.e on work orders on MP2 work order system.
- Ability to communicate effectively and coordinate activities with others.
- Ability to perform basic shop math.
- Possess organizational skills in order to organize information and materials, and attend to details.
- A valid driver’s license for positions that drive PCC vehicles.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to lift and/or maneuver objects weighing thirty to fifty pounds without assistance and occasionally up to seventy-five pounds in team lifts or with mechanical aid.
- Ability to work in working conditions which may include exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, temperature extremes, and other elements for extended periods of time.
- Ability to complete PCC's Fork Lift Driving Safety Training.
Responsibilities
- Construct shop aids (i.e. cutting wedges, boxes, trays, etc.) in support of 5S initiatives.
- Apply labels, paint, and tape to flooring, shop aides, and other equipment to assist in the organization of department during 5S activities.
- Actively interface with department personnel regarding continuous improvement efforts including cost saving and safety improvements.
- Construct and maintain X-ray backups.
- Cut lightweight pipe and wood pieces and assemble with brackets, fittings and castors and then deliver finished component to department as needed.
- Assist in the design of various fixtures, shop aides and tables as requested.
- Develop and maintain parts list of material used for each department supported.
- Installation and maintenance of floor coatings.
- Managing incoming stores, and maintaining stores to control costs.
- Basic welding, cutting, and grinding tasks as assigned.
- Comply with all applicable safety requirements, policies and procedures while maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly work environment.
- Participate in required training, medical monitoring, safety and health evaluations and programs.
- Handle hazardous waste or manage areas that generate, handle, or manage hazardous waste, including annual training if overseeing such employees or areas.
- Perform other tasks as directed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
