Plater Deck Technician- (1st Shift)

Responsibilities

• Regularly monitor plating process to ensure process stays within established parameters.
• Regularly monitor processes in EPF Department.
• Coordinate PM and work orders to ensure timely completion.
• Work as Rack Repair or Plater Deck Operator as needed, and perform all duties of those positions.
• Improve process and procedures to reduce scrap, downtime, and increase efficiency.
• Coordinate repairs and personnel needed to repair them as necessary.
• Assist in correcting problems with plating process.
• Train new personnel for Plater Deck Operator and Rack Repair positions on all shifts.
• Order parts supplies as needed.
• Write or assist in the writing of procedures relative to the EPF Department.
• Schedule production for the plater in the absence of the Department Manager.
• Monitor chemical inventory.
• Work all shifts as needed to train or cover for absences when necessary.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment at all times.
• Perform other job duties as assigned by supervisor.

Special Job Considerations

• Must not be color blind; ability to differentiate changes in color after testing water is required (type of acceptable color blindness depends on needs of test).
• Cannot have respiratory problems such as asthma, emphysema, or other pulmonary restrictions.

Training

• Statistical Process Control
• Linear Measuring and Problem Solving Training
• On-the-job training

Equipment and Tools

Typical Machines and Equipment Involved: Plater Line, Filters, Rectifiers, Plater Arm, Electric Pumps, Electric Motors, Dryer, Control Panel, Boiler, High Lift, Racks, Grinders, Pump Cart, Evaporators, Nickel Recovery Unit, Washer and DI Units.

Tools and Gages: TDS, Ph and DI Meters, Thermometers, Digital Readout on Tanks, Air Wrenches, Mechanical Hand Tools, Hoist, Infrared Heat Gun, Barrel Pumps (Electric & Hand), etc.

Typical Products Involved: Steel, nickel, chrome, acids, caustics, soaps, grease, oils, paint, etc.

Qualifications

• Ability to complete Statistical Process Control Charts (SPC).
• Basic math skills; chemistry knowledge helpful.
• Good interpersonal skills and problem-solving ability.
• Physically able to perform Plater Deck Operator & Rack Repair duties.
• Minimum of 2-3 years work as Plater Deck Operator or similar experience required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Essential Tasks: Bending, Carrying, Climbing, Coordination (eye/hand and hand/foot), Dialing, Driving (high lift), Hearing, Holding, Lifting (50-100 lbs.), Pushing & Pulling, Reaching, Reading, Removing, Seeing, Smelling, Standing, Stooping, Stretching, Turning & Twisting, Walking, Writing.
• Non-Essential Tasks: Cleaning, Inserting, Locking & Unlocking, Maintaining, Opening & Closing, Pounding, Scheduling, Sorting, Speaking, Sweeping, Turning Pages, Weighing.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Plant environment, subject to noise, dirt, dust, cleaning solvents, solutions, acids, and slight odor.
• Exposure to extreme environmental temperatures and airborne chemicals.
• May be required to wear a respirator.

Hazards

• Minor scratches, bruises, and burns.
• Possible skin irritations due to oils, soaps, and chemicals.
• Working in an atmosphere with airborne chemicals.