Dryer Operator

The candidate will safely, correctly, and efficiently assist in the process of plating within MFT procedures, as well as provide technical support to the Line Operator. The candidate will be responsible for learning the various ways of drying parts, and the requirements of successfully running a plating line.

Please note this is for a 1st shift position with the hours of Monday - Thursday 6 am - 4 pm with the opportunity for overtime on Fridays and Saturdays.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• 0-2 year’s related and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Previous experience handling chemicals preferred
• Anodizing experience a plus
• Have the ability to follow directions
• Attentiveness to detail and sensitivity to the nature of the position
• Be familiar with the processing of all substrates encountered on the line
• Be familiar with stripping procedures for applicable processes
• The ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally life and/or move 100 pounds

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and safe working environment by properly handing chemicals
• Monitor condition of all equipment and recommend repairs and/or replacement as necessary
• Move parts between various locations
• Complete work order tickets, daily line logs, customer parts riders; and related paperwork completely and accurately
• Improve upon process areas including but not limited to: process steps, fixture or handling of customer parts
• Read and carry out instructions on printed work order
• Determine and select proper drying technique including but not limited to: air, rack, spin, and/or bake
• Ensure customer parts are processed in accordance with work order specifications
• Understand and conform to MFT/Customer/QC standards including thickness, color, brightness and coverage
• Perform tasks from a scheduled/predefined priority list
• Make chemical adds and perform required chemical maintenance including but not limited to changing filters, adding anodes, and cleaning horns and saddles
• Bake work, when required, within customer requirements
• Delivers acceptable product from process line and promptly informs the Line Operator of any problems with finished product
• Comply with requirements of safety committee, EHS department, and MFT standards
• Other duties as assigned

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