As a Metal Prep Technician I at Superior Tire & Rubber Corp., your responsibilities will include operating blasting equipment with precision and efficiency, as well as loading, unloading, and transporting part trees and racks to support production processes.
Essential Job Functions:
Planning/Coordinating Product
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Review daily schedule with Team Leader or Specialist at start of each shift to establish correct parts and order to run.
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Required to complete Blaster Capacity Tracking sheet and Parts Tree Tracker form to ensure accurate count of parts.
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Coordinate with Supervisor or Team Leader and Material Handler for correct timing on staging of parts.
Safety and Compliance:
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Follow all safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.
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Comply with company policies, procedures, and standards.
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Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), as required.
- Attend daily safety meetings
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Perform daily Pangborn Blaster inspections using check list, filling out accurately and completely.
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Complete maintenance work orders and inform Team Leader with any issues that arise on the Pangborn Blaster, trees, sticks, or carts.
Team Collaboration
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Work closely with team members, supervision, and other cross-functional teams to achieve production goals.
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Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members regarding job status and any issues.
5S Responsibilities:
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Follow the 5S principles: Sort, Set, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain
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Look for ways to improve production efficiency using 5S Practices
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Keep your work area organized and ready for daily 5S inspections
Working Responsibilities:
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Ensure all trees and racks are loaded with correct number of parts and ensure blasting equipment continuously runs throughout shift.
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Set up the blaster with correct cycle time standards
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Interpret blueprints to select proper protective devices to prevent damage to critical dimensions.
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Monitor grit volume, adding or removing as needed.
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Move racks and trees between stations to maintain a continuous flow.
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Have a basic understanding of how blaster functions.
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Keep accurate count of parts moved through blaster and report to Team Lead or Supervisor.
Other Duties:
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Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
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Full Time Non-Exempt
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Monday through Friday
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Weekends as needed.
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Required to work onsite 100% of the time.
Travel:
Work Environment:
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While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an industrial manufacturing environment.
- Percentage of Manufacturing and Distribution - 100%
Physical Demands:
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The physical demands for this role are representative of those required to successfully perform its essential functions. As a Metal Prep Technician, you will need to stand for extended periods, frequently lift weights ranging from 50 to 100 pounds, and work in hot temperature environments. Additionally, strong vision and hearing capabilities are essential for effectively carrying out your responsibilities.
Required and Experience:
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High School Diploma or GED
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Shop, manufacturing experience, preferred
- No prior experience necessary
Competencies/Skill:
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Able to read/write and do basic math.
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Good problem-solving skills.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Basic math skills and ability to use measuring tools.
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Physical ability to lift and move materials as needed.
Founded in 1964, Superior Tire & Rubber Corp. is a designer and manufacturer of polyurethane and rubber industrial components for the material handling, construction, agricultural, municipal, and mining industries. All Superior Tire & Rubber Corp.’s product offerings are proudly engineered and produced in the USA on state-of-the-art processing and machining equipment, overseen by quality management systems registered to ISO 9001. Superior Tire & Rubber Corp. also owns multiple patents on many innovative products that have become new industry standards.
Superior Tire & Rubber Corporation Employees are eligible for the following benefits:
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Off-shift Premium
- Vacation, Paid Holidays, and Personal Days
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Medical, Dental, Vison and Life Insurance
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Parental Leave
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401K
- Tuition Reimbursement
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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YMCA Memberships
At Superior Tire and Rubber Corporation, we are an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected class. Our company makes all employment and advancement decisions based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.
