No manufacturing experience? No Problem! Our on-site "Center for Excellence" new hire training program will set you up for success. Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Milford, New Hampshire (USA), Hitchiner Manufacturing Co., Inc. is the premier supplier of complete-to-print, high-volume, complex thin-wall investment castings and fully-finished casting-based subassemblies and components to industry. The company leads the industry in volume production, reduced lead-times and just-in-time manufacturing. Hitchiner produces castings in hundreds of different alloys for a broad spectrum of global markets and customers that include the leaders in the automotive, aerospace, and other industries.
We offer an enriching environment where learning and growing become part of your career. Hitchiner is dedicated to fostering the professional growth and development of our employees. We offer upward mobility and internal promotions.
Benefits:
Hitchiner offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Onsite Primary Care at the Hitchiner Health and Resource Center for convenient and no cost preventative, acute and chronic medical and behavioral health services for employees and their dependents.
• Onsite state of the art Gym/Fitness Center, open 24/7 for all employees
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Basic and Accidental Life Insurance (company paid)
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance (company paid)
• 401K (pre-tax and ROTH) with Excellent Company Match and Immediate Vesting
• Company Profit Sharing Plan
• 3 weeks’ Vacation to start; 4 weeks’ Vacation at 5 Years; 5 weeks’ Vacation 10 years seniority
• We set you up for success with our “Center for Excellence” onsite training center for new hires and existing employees to improve new learning and continuous growth
• Training and Educational Assistance Programs

Primary Function:
KOH: Remove all traces of ceramic and precoat from castings using potassium hydroxide solution.
DISA GOFF: Clean castings using aluminum oxide abrasives.
ROUGH GRIND: Grind gates down to required dimensions to prepare for final grinding.
Tools and Equipment:
KOH: Large KOH tank, small KOH tank, rinse tank, dryer, transfer pumps, portable pneumatic hammer, baskets.
DISA GOFF: Holding fixtures, storage carts, totes. ROUGH GRIND: Bader Grinders GMP grinder, Micrometers, Calipers.
Materials:
KOH: Potassium hydroxide, full helmet with shield, safety glasses, acid resistant rubber gloves, ear plugs, apron.
DISA GOFF: Safety glasses, ear plugs, aluminum oxide abrasives.
ROUGH GRIND: Safety glasses, ear plugs, knee pads.
Direction of Others:
None
Working Procedure:
The following are the usual major job duties, but this job description does not preclude the performance of other duties as assigned by the supervisor:
KOH

• Work from routing operation instruction sheets.
• Load part into basket
• Log basket ID and batch number on KOH log.
• Load baskets into appropriate tank.
• Operate transfer pump.
• Maintain batch integrity, count all pieces
• Move parts to next operation.
• Perform normality test.
• Clean tank on a schedule basis.
• Mark all barrels of hazardous waste with proper labeling.
• Transport Hazardous waste to waste water treatment.
• Cross train in other jobs within the department.

DISA GOFF:

• Work from routing operation instruction sheets.
• At the beginning of each shift the Operator checks the level of abrasive media in the hopper on the back of the machine. If abrasive level is low, add one bag of abrasive to the hopper at the rear of the machine. Fill out the log sheet posted above the hopper.
• Load appropriate abrasive media per instructions. Use G-30 Grittal abrasive in 25 Kg. bags unless otherwise instructed. If the blue “Low Abrasive” light on the control panel comes on continuously for1 minute or more, the system needs to have abrasive added. If the ammeter for the blast wheel fluctuates rapidly, there is a problem with the way the abrasive media is flowing.
• Start the dust collector from the separate control panel. Press “Abrasive Reclaim Start” button. Press “Spinner Start” button. Press “Blast Wheels Start” button. Select “Chamber On”.
• Read the part specific instructions to determine the fixture required. Load parts into top and/or lower storage trays as appropriate.
• Log the date, Operator Number and number of bags on DISA GOFF log.
• Set the cycle timer to the time listed on the part specific instructions.
• Press “chamber Index” button to start the cleaning cycle. Select “Abrasive On”.
• While the machine cycle is running, a second fixture can be loaded.

ROUGH GRIND

• Work from route and operation instruction sheets.
• Remove and grind metal parts per instruction sheets.
• Set-up required grinding as stated and hold gate per route instructions by using appropriate machine.
• Replace grinding belts as necessary.
• Help in the design of new fixtures.
• Grind a wide variety of samples and production parts using various grinding machines.
• Establish equipment and fixture setup to assure visual and dimensional product quality.
• Must follow all safety requirements of job as outlined on the job safety card
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor
• Complete all paperwork associated with the job. Correctly maintain all forms and instruction sheets
• Maintain a clean and orderly working environment
• Inform your supervisor about problems that occur
• May be required to handle hazardous waste by collecting and transferring the waste into proper containers at satellite storage areas or storage areas and assuring that the containers are properly inspected, labeled, and closed as required. Must follow correct instruction for handling hazardous waste and report any deviations to supervisor immediately. Must attend yearly instruction in hazardous waste handling and review of current procedures if job duties could affect non-compliance.

Special Skills and/or Experience:

• Required to maintain training certification in HAZMAT and HAZWOPER.
• Must have thorough knowledge of KOH waste treatment and disposal procedures.
• Must be currently performing all functions of the Pre-Finish Operator B for a period of no less than 6 months.
• Reading and writing on the high school level.
• Forklift license.
• Vision requirement of 20/30 near correctable.
• Requires sufficient strength and physical dexterity to frequently lift up to 50 lbs.

Minimum Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status.
For more information or questions, please contact Katie Demmons at 603-732-1503 or katie_demmons@hitchiner.com.