Finishing Specialist Level 1 - Temporary

Finishing Specialist, Level 1About PrototekPrototek is a leading national provider of digital based manufacturing services including CNC machining, precision sheet metal fabrication, EDM, and additive manufacturing services. Prototek serves a variety of customer end markets, including aerospace, defense, medical, robotics, electronics, consumer, and general industrial. Prototek has manufacturing locations across the United States including facilities in New Hampshire, Wisconsin, California, and Pennsylvania. Prototek is ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D:2016 certified as well as ITAR Registered. For more information, visit www.prototek.com.  Position Summary                     The Finishing Specialist Level 1 is an individual who excels in a fast paced, Sheetmetal shop, environment focusing on on-time delivery of parts. This person possesses a strong work ethic.  They are a versatile individual who thrives while multitasking.  This position will support the finishing department including silkscreen, part mark, epilog, plating, outside process, shipping, wet paint/powder coat and hardware. This position requires reaching a minimum of 2 top levels of these departments.Essential Functions                                 Handle parts with care to avoid damage to finishesWear proper PPE for job function being performedMaintain a clean and organized workspaceFunction in a safe and reliable manner to prevent personal injury and/or property damage Ability to process all aspects of silkscreen and part markOperate laser engraver to make plates for part mark and engravingEfficiently ink fill partsUnderstanding of hardware and assemblyWork with supervisors to troubleshoot any difficult installationsFollow procedures to plate parts per print. This includes both chromate and passivateUse pad printing to mark partsWash and emulsion screensUse machinery & Hand tools to install various types of hardwareAssemble parts using fastenersUse scale to count hardwareUtilize computer software to create artwork & shipping labelsUse hand tools to install helicoils, dowel pins and other types of inserts for hardwareEnsure that all tanks for plating are at the correct PH and temperature dailyMask, unmask and deburr painted and powder coated partsApply powder coat/wet paint using a powder/spray gunUtilize oven to bake parts at correct temperature after powder coatingEnsure that paint cures properly per manufacturer instructionsInspect the evaporator dailyTrain new employees as neededComplete daily inspections of any finishing area and tools/equipment when neededKeep inventory of supplies and Inform purchasing department when supplies need to be ordered Wrap, package & label parts for shipment/outside processTechnical Competencies                            Ability to read blueprintsBasic mathematics and computer skillsUnderstanding of Hazardous waste disposal/storageGood Hand/Eye coordinationEducation & Professional ExperienceHigh School diploma or GED requiredBasic level knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)3 years of finish experience in a manufacturing environment Experience in Prototyping is a plusPhysical Requirements/Work EnvironmentAbility to wear a respirator and PPEAbility to walk and stand for extended periods of timeAbility to use hands and fingers to operate computers, equipment, hand/power tools, etc. and handle and feel parts of various sizeAbility to bend, kneel and crouch occasionally throughout the shiftAbility to push, pull or lift 50 lbs. moderately throughout the workdayAbility to focus vision for: close vision, color vision, depth perception and adjusting to sharp focusNoise conditions can be moderate to extreme. Hearing protection will be provided if needed and/or by requestExposure to fumes and/or airborne particles Moving mechanical parts and vibrationFast-paced environmentWork Hours/Travel1st Shift work schedule: 5 – 8-hour shiftsOvertime as necessaryFlexible scheduling in agreement with SupervisorAdditional Information: Prototek maintains International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) compliant operations in United States based facilities.  This position is subject to ITAR which requires U.S. Person status. ITAR defines U.S. Person as U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.EEO is The Law - click here for more information: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdfWe endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact 603-746-2001 or email us: HR@PROTOTEK.COM. You may also write to us and we will be happy to assist you with the application: Prototek, 205 Pine St., Hopkinton, NH 03229Powered by JazzHRbpD988CH5E