Fire Polish Operator

Summary

The Fire polish Operator is primarily responsible for Fire polishing features or entire part surfaces, also repair work which involves fusing quartz rods to a specified area to repair that part. While contributing to team efforts for operating in a safe environment for the timely delivery of quality parts by maximizing first run production of parts to router requirements.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Determines sequence of operations by studying the router, blueprints, specifications, and work orders.
• Loads the appropriate parts on fixtures to fire polish parts.
• Prepares machine for production by positioning parts on laser table with clamps or jigs.
• Regulates Flame torches by setting and adjusting controls.
• Maintains specifications by observing operations, detecting defects, inspecting parts, and adjusting controls.
• Resolves production problems by adjusting controls and process materials to meet specifications. Notifies supervisor for additional resources when necessary.
• Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on a timely basis, following manufacturer's instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, and alerting supervisor of necessity of repairs.
• Meets daily production schedule.
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.
• Contributes to continuous improvement process.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications :

Knowledge : GED or High School Diploma required as well as 1 to 3 years of Manufacturing Experience.

Abilities : Manufacturing Quality, Controls and Instrumentation, and Mechanical Inspection Tools.

Skills : Decision Making, Problem Solving, understands copy exact requirements, experience with OSHA compliance, and basic reading and math skills (minimum of 8th grade level).