What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prototype Lighting Technician position at PREFIX CORPORATION?
Job Summary
The Special Projects Technician for the Lighting Department fabricates and assembles a variety of prototype properties designed and/or built at Prefix Corporation.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide input into the development and revision of departmental procedures
Complete accurate and detailed sanding of stereo and other types of substrates
Make molds utilizing a variety of industry standard molding techniques, such as silicone encapsulation, fiberglass construction, and multi-piece molds
Make parts using different methods, such as vacuum casting and fiberglass lay-ups
Weigh, measure and mix various ingredients such as plastic compounds according to formula
Monitor mixing to ensure thorough and proper blending
Transfer material to mold, container or storage tank
Perform detailed assembly work
Perform finishing work to include sanding and polishing of intricate parts and assemblies
Polish lenses such as cast urethane and/or polycarbon.
Fabricate parts using fabricating machines, such as drill press, lathe, mill and power hand tools
Design and construct templates and fixtures
Provide input on improving operational efficiencies
Provide inter-departmental support as directed
Qualifications:
Education / Experience / Skills
Background in model making and/or prototype builds with a minimum of 5 years hands-on experience. Strong interpersonal skills required. Ability to coordinate workflow to meet or exceed predetermined timelines and quality levels. High School or GED equivalent required. A certificate from an accredited technical or industrial trades school is preferred. Incumbent must possess basic hand tools for the position and upgrade such tools as required to complete the tasks assigned. Must be familiar with fine-line prototyping and SLA. Needs to be a self-starter with proficiency in budgeting time and allocating resources.