Production Technician - Surface Finish (Blasting)

Longroad Energy • Cedar Rapids, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Job Purpose
The Production Technician – Surface Finish is responsible for refurbishing wind turbine and renewable energy production components. This role requires a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to safely and effectively work in a manufacturing environment, while upholding a strong culture of safety and adherence to all protocols and procedures. The technician plays a critical role in maintaining high quality standards while upholding a strong culture of safety and adherence to all protocols and procedures. This role is based in Cedar Rapids, IA at the Clipper Windpower manufacturing facility, a company owned by Longroad Energy.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Familiarity with pneumatic and battery-powered tools
• Ability to safely operate forklifts, jib cranes, and overhead cranes
• Working knowledge of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work safely in a manufacturing shop environment

Nice To Haves

• 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment

Responsibilities

• Work effectively in a team environment to achieve high standards of productivity and quality
• Demonstrated strong work ethic, quality control practices, and safe work techniques to support production and distribution
• Maintain working knowledge of tools, including their design, uses, repair and maintenance
• Communicate effectively verbally, in writing, and interpersonally
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, job travelers, work orders, reports and procedures
• Perform precise hand and finger movements to grasp, manipulate, and/or assemble objects
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds safely
• Safely operate pallet jack, fork truck and overhead crane to support departmental workflow
• Properly sling, rig and manipulate work pieces weighing approximately 2,000 - 40,000 pounds to facilitate cleaning, blasting or coating
• Clean and prepare steel and cast components for surface coating
• Operate Wash Booth and Blast Booth equipment to support surface preparation of castings or steel components
• Follow proper usage, storage and hygiene procedures for specialized Blast Booth PPE
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Benefits

• Benefits at Longroad include the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan and matching, and comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Our robust time-off policy includes accrual of 18 vacation days in your first year, paid holidays, and paid volunteer time.
• We offer paid parental leave to help support employees as they transition into parenthood.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees