Brazer - Header - 1st Shift

COMPETENCIES

The Brazer is a member of the coil manufacturing team and is responsible for following standard work to assemble a wide variety of coil units in a safe manner. The Brazer works as member of the larger plant assembly team and may flex to any of the departments or workstations as volume dictates.  The employee demonstrates BAC’s values of Earning Trust, Embracing Responsibility, Showing Courage, and Driving Innovation, and is committed to achieving technical expertise in their department.  The purpose for every position at BAC regardless of department or level can be summed up as doing the right thing in the right way.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• The Brazer / Operator will be responsible for Braze (bond) together copper components using single- and dual-tip oxy-fuel torches to assist with final assembly coil.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Read and interpret blueprints and dimensional drawings
• Braze (bond) together copper components using single- and dual-tip oxy-fuel torches
• Guide torch and rod along joint of work pieces to heat to brazing temperature, melt braze alloy, and bond work pieces together
• Clean joints of work pieces, as directed
• Examine parts and re-braze defective joints
• Connect hoses from torch to regulator valves
• Melt and separate brazed joints to remove and straighten damaged or misaligned components, using hand torch
• Select torch tip, flux, and brazing alloy from data charts or work order
• Understand all measurement equipment used in department (caliper,
• micrometers, protractor, tape measure etc.)

• Basic math skills
• Utilize standard work to assemble mechanical support assemblies in a safe and quality conscious manner eliminating risk of damage.
• Meet daily production goals as assigned.
• Assist with the replenishment and organization of the work area.
• Follow all safety requirements regarding tools and PPE.
• Maintains and sustain 5’s in the department.
• Actively acquire skills and ability to support the highest quality standards.
• Flex to other areas as needed demonstrating teamwork and a commitment to team success
• Perform all other tasks as directed by the supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned

Experience: 

Six (6) Months of related experience – Brazing / Welding /using single- and dual-tip oxy-fuel torches

WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk up to 50% of the time.  Working conditions include those of a normal construction environment, as well as standard hazards associated with installed HVAC equipment and rotating equipment. This position requires occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.