Chemical Mix Tech I

At CONMED, a Finishing Technician I is primarily responsible for producing parts that meet cosmetic requirements and standards.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Operate Bead Blast Operations.
• Operate centrifugal finishing equipment.
• Operate Vibratory finishing equipment.
• Operate buffing equipment.
• Plug and mask parts per print for all mechanical and chemical finishing operations.
• Perform weighing and measuring operations to maintain bath concentrations as instructed and basic maintenance on all equipment.
• Perform Equipment PM’s
• Ability to produce parts with Zero defects
• Ability to read drawings and follow work instructions and procedures
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of work experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment, specifically in finishing and/or coating processes.
  
  

Other Attributes

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Willingness to work with materials/chemicals used in the manufacturing process.
• Ability to learn and become proficient in:
• Metals finishing/plating
• Reading instructions, schematics, and blueprints
• Operating various types of production equipment
• Using gauges and other measurement tools
• Commitment to follow all metals finishing and plating procedures.
• Ability to operate equipment safely without causing injury or damage.
• Willingness and ability to:
• Work scheduled overtime
• Rotate through various manufacturing processes in a team environment
• Reliable and predictable availability to perform duties at the assigned work site and start time.
• Ability to function in a high-performance work team environment.
• Sustain and maintain 5S standards and support continuous improvement activities.
• Operate wastewater handling equipment according to instructions.
• Operate chemical finishing operations such as:
• Type II passivation
• Clear coat anodize
• Hard coat anodize
• Ability to work at established production rates.
• Good hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Basic computer skills
  

Physical Requirements

• Work at a bench height of 37.5” to 42”
• Stand for up to eight hours per day
• Move about, bend, stoop, use hands, and lift up to 25 pounds unassisted
• Visual acuity of at least 20/40 in each eye (corrected or uncorrected) and ability to distinguish colors.
  
  

This position is not eligible for employer-based visa sponsorship.

Benefits

CONMED offers a wide array of benefits to fit your unique needs. Visit our Benefits Page for more information.

• Competitive compensation
• Excellent healthcare including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
• Short & long term disability plus life insurance -- cost paid fully by CONMED
• Retirement Savings Plan (401K) -- CONMED matches your contributions dollar for dollar, with the potential for up to 7% per pay period
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan -- allows stock purchases at discounted price
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate level courses
  
  

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CONMED is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster reaffirms this commitment.

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