Pressure Test Operator I

SMITHS TUBULAR SYSTEMS - LACONIA•Laconia, NH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Manufacturing Supervisor, this position is responsible for testing manufactured pieces based on specific PSI and time limits as outlined by our customers to ensure quality standards. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and with reasonable accommodation when necessary.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Uphold organizational values of Passion, Integrity, Respect, Ownership, Customer Focus, & Ethics
Takes a professional and tactful approach when interacting with co-workers, customers, and clients
Possess and develop skills required for the position; including but not limited to basic math, understanding and interpretation of blueprints, use of precision measurement tools.
Effectively communicate via spoken and written means, as well as in one-on-one and group settings
Ability to accurately interpret and follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to work independently as well as a team
Ability to adapt to changing situations
Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement; efficiency, safety, quality, production, and cost savings
Ability to utilize applicable computer software programs
Ability to apply common sense reasoning and problem solving skills
Maintain and promote a clean, FOD free, and organized work area.
Verifies and maintains accuracy of routers and other applicable documents for completeness
Be safety-minded and follow all company policies, safety policies & procedures, and practice safe work habits. Such as, but not limited to; use of proper PPE, safe lifting techniques, and building security.
Attend all meetings and trainings as scheduled

Responsibilities

Performs visual and dimensional checks on materials, assemblies, tube details, components and finished products.
Inspect and test components, parts, tube details, and assemblies to validate conformance to blue prints and instructions by customer and to company operating
Determines appropriate fittings (feeds and caps) to perform the test
Lifts, positions, connects, disconnects, and removes work pieces from pressure test tank
Performs testing based on specific PSI and time limits as outlined by our customers to ensure quality standards
Utilize tank interlocks and all safety mechanisms
Observe test, inspect for bubble formation, seepage, or water droplets
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Consistently, regularly and predictably at work and on time
Other duties may be assigned as needed