Production Wax Assembler - Deer Creek (Portland, OR)
About The Position
The Production Wax Assembler inspects patterns and gating components, determines assembly methods, and assembles complex multicomponent wax patterns and gating systems while maintaining dimensional integrity. The role follows technique-card instructions and uses assembly fixtures, heat-based tools, seal wax, and hand tools to assemble, smooth, gauge, and inspect components for defects and quality. The position also sets up, monitors, and controls moderately complex molding machines according to technique cards and established procedures. Duties include keeping dies clean, removing and inspecting wax parts, trimming and cleaning parts, completing logs, and documenting modifications. The assembler follows plant and department safety rules, operates tools and equipment safely, reports safety concerns, may train less-skilled assemblers as assigned, and performs other tasks as assigned. On-the-job training is provided.
Requirements
- Two years of production wax assembly experience preferred, or two years of Mold Machine Operator B or A experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
- Thorough knowledge of assembly techniques, methods, materials, fixturing, and construction.
- Ability to follow and communicate complex written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to perform arithmetic calculations.
- Ability to lift and/or maneuver objects weighing 30 to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work in conditions that may include noise, fumes, crowding, awkward physical positions, abrasions, cuts, and chemicals.
- Skill in wax injection molding operations, demonstrated by three to six months of competent performance in any wax molding utility, leach tank, or core/gate cleaner position.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of production wax assembly experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Pre-inspect patterns and gating components before assembly and determine assembly methods.
- Read and follow technique-card instructions for complex assembly steps.
- Assemble complex wax patterns and gating components using torches, hot pencils, dip seal wax, hand tools, and fixtures.
- Seal gates into place and maintain dimensional control and stability using assembly fixtures.
- Manipulate fixture and pattern components to correct configuration discrepancies and verify dimensional integrity.
- Smooth and gauge assembly-contact areas using a hot pencil, torch, or paint seal.
- Inspect difficult assemblies during and after assembly for defects and quality.
- Set up, monitor, and control molding-machine functions using technique cards and established setup procedures.
- Keep dies clean during molding operations.
- Remove wax parts from dies, inspect them for defects, trim them, and clean them as required.
- Complete logs and records and document modifications.
- Follow plant and department safety rules, operate equipment and tools safely, and identify and report safety problems.
- Train less-skilled assemblers as assigned.
- Perform other tasks as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
