Autoclave Technician WTF Nights

Viracon LLC

Shift: WTF Nights

Pay: Dependent on licencing type

LG: 6 or Merit 7 depending on licensing

Operates the Autoclave equipment in processing glass products and operates and maintains boilers on a daily basis.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Prepares racks of glass units for loading into autoclave as indicated on production schedules and instructions.
• Balances and ties down rack load, as necessary.
• Operates overhead crane and helps manipulate rack loading into autoclave and for unloading after processing.
• Close autoclave and starts operating cycle in accordance with established procedures.
• Monitors pressure and temperature settings during operating cycle.
• Maintains a Specials Boilers License.
• Conducts chemical tests daily such as water hardness, chemical content, and scale content.
• Performs duties in a safe manner using all approved safety equipment as instructed.
• Performs duties in accordance with the Business Process Documentation.
• Participates in Viracon’s Continuous Improvement efforts by understanding his/her team’s performance and actively implementing and supporting process improvements.
  
  

Additional Job Responsibilities

• Maintains records and logs of department activities.
• Keeps work area clean and orderly to facilitate production and minimize safely hazards.
• Maintains an effective working relationship with all department employees.
• Maintains a neat and orderly working area at the end of the workday.
• May perform reasonably similar or related duties as instructed.
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent GED preferred but not required.
• Forklift License.
• Boiler License 2A or 2B
• Ability to read, write and understand work instructions (English).
• Mathematical skills as related to measurements.
• Familiar with operating power tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work as a team member.
• Must be able to safely perform essential job functions.
• Regular full-time attendance.
• Promotes Viracon in a positive manner and obeys all policies.
  
  

Additional Qualifications For Autoclave Technician

• 3 – 6 months after hire date must pass the Boilers License 2A or 2B exam
  
  

Our Benefits

We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team.

• Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
• Incentive Plans
• 401(k) with employer contribution and match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
• Training and Career Progression
  
  

Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.