Production Racker
About The Position
C.H. Thompson is seeking a Production Racker to join their team. This role is crucial for maintaining quality, safety, and productivity through a hands-on approach. The Production Racker will read work orders to rack and unrack parts before and after processes like anodizing or painting, and package parts for shipment. This position offers the opportunity to work directly with skilled Painters & Powder coaters, with a clear path for career advancement and professional growth. C.H. Thompson is a premier one-stop-shop for finishing needs, specializing in anodizing, painting, powder coating, intricate masking, and silk screening, serving industries such as aerospace, agricultural, automotive, computer, electronics, household, industrial, medical, and military. They are ISO 9001:2015, AS9100D, and NADCAP certified.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent is preferred.
- Relevant experience in metal finishing, manufacturing, or a related field is preferred.
- Keen eye for detail and accuracy.
- Clear communication is essential for reporting findings and collaborating with production teams.
- Ability to identify issues and recommend solutions.
- Basic math and computer skills.
- Ability to use specialized testing tools and machinery.
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
- Ability to bend, push, pull, reach, and twist for 8-10 hours a day.
- Ensure all products and parts meet stringent quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Reading work orders to determine how to place or hang metal parts on racks or hooks for finishing processes (plating, anodizing, powder coat, wet paint).
- Racking items strategically to maximize coating coverage and minimize waste.
- Distributing items evenly on the rack for stability during transport and coating.
- Unracking parts after processing.
- Keeping up in a fast-paced environment by ensuring painters & powder coaters have parts racked and ready for processing continuously without delay.
- Prioritizing items based on production schedules and deadlines.
- Filling racks efficiently without compromising coating quality.
- Inspecting parts before and after the finishing process to ensure they meet quality standards and reporting any defects or non-conformances to supervisors.
- Packaging completed parts according to customer specifications, prints, and guidelines.
- Utilizing the computer system to track job progress and scan in and out of jobs.
- Coordinating with painters, anodize operators, or other production team members to ensure a smooth workflow.
- Providing feedback on racking challenges or improvements to enhance efficiency.
- Wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as gloves and safety glasses.
- Maintaining a safe work environment, especially when handling chemicals or using cutting tools.
Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation / Sick Time
- 401 (k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary Insurance Benefits including Disability Insurance, Accident Insurance, Cancer Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance and Life Insurance
- Free Fountain Soda Machine On-site!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
