Metal Finisher #1, 2nd Shift

Job Summary

The hourly rate for this position is $27.55.

Responsibilities

• Collect samples of phosphate coating solutions weekly.
• Daily analyzes phosphate solution for total and free acid as described in appropriate work instruction.
• Adds appropriate chemicals, prepares and runs samples for salt spray and coating weight testing daily per work instructions.
• Operate abrasive cleaning equipment such as grit blast machines.
• Use abrasive sanding discs, belts, wheels, which include buffing, polishing wheels, and compounds.
• Use trichloroethylene vapor degreaser, acid descaler and caustic cleaning compounds.
• Plugs or masks parts as necessary to protect items from abrasive or coating processes.
• Mix various types or combinations of abrasives depending on size, design, and material in order to meet specified finish.
• Adds Medias as they wear down in size.
• Determines when cycles may be stopped to additional parts.
• Processes designated items through a heat treat oven during phosphate coating cycles to prevent hydrogen embrittlement.
• Maintain daily logs of items that are heat treated in compliance with company and government directives.
• May start up, shut off and adjust oven temperatures.
• Maintains daily logs of items that are heat treated in compliance with company and government directives.
• Maintains cleanliness and serviceable condition of equipment by practicing good housekeeping policies.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or G.E.D. is required.
• No supervision is required as to the mechanics of the job.
• Must be capable of performing all tasks and duties of Metal Finisher #2 and #3.
• May be required to enter and verify information into written forms or database(s) as appropriate.
• Required to perform other duties as directed by supervision and follow detailed instructions.