PROCESS COATER II - A SHIFT

About the role

The Process Coater II position plays a crucial role in the manufacturing process at LISI AEROSPACE, a leading provider of high-tech metal components for the aerospace industry. This position is responsible for performing various coating operations on aerospace components under the supervision of the department supervisor or lead.

Responsibilities

• Perform coating operations such as painting of pins & collars, cetyl alcohol lubrication, water-based cetyl, automatic paint applications, dry film lube, pan coater paint application, and rotomat paint application.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and job routers to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Operate all coating equipment, including spray equipment, bake ovens, and lube tanks.
• Troubleshoot equipment and report repair needs to the Lead or Supervisor.
• Operate electric or manual pumps for chemical or paint removal as needed.
• Handle all chemicals safely in accordance with company and governmental regulations.
• Ensure product quality meets all company and industry standards.
• Complete assigned workload efficiently and on schedule.
• Maintain equipment performance, report malfunctions promptly.
• Train new coating operators as assigned.
• Follow all company health, safety, and environmental (HSE) policies and practices.
• Attend all required HSE training and report any nonconformance immediately.
• Promote continuous improvement and participate in waste elimination initiatives, including recycling.
• Mentor and assist in training other employees as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Ways of Working, Experience, and Behaviors

• Analytical: Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses experience to complement data; understands work flows and procedures.
• Technical Skills: Technical skills in manufacturing and processing processes and methods including flow, layout, assembly and production equipment.
• Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens intently to others and seeks clarification; provides clear and pleasant responses to inquires regardless of the situation; participates in meetings.
• Team Work: Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; supports everyone's efforts to succeed; recognizes accomplishments of team members.
• Business Acumen: Understands business implications of decisions; displays orientation to profitability; demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; aligns work with strategic goals.
• Cost Consciousness: Works within approved budget; develops and implements cost-saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue; conserves organizational resources.
• Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Planning/Organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for resources in a creative way only adding cost as absolutely necessary; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules their tasks; develops realistic action plans.
• Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.

Education and/or Experience

• High School or Equivalent or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of 1 - 3 years industrial experience and/or training in related area desired.

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing and walking for extended periods of time.
• Frequent bending, twisting, squatting, reaching above shoulder level.
• Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling up to 30 pounds for extended periods of time.
• Close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Hearing level within normal/average range.

Safety and Environmental

• Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles.
• Compliance with company and governmental safety, environmental, and hazardous materials regulations and procedures.
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection, proper footwear, and respirators in specified areas.
• Participation in the development and promotion of the HSE culture.
• Immediate correction or reporting of malfunction or risky situations to superiors and/or the HSE department.
• Implementation of preventive actions to reduce the environmental footprint and control health and safety risks.
• Participation in analyses (of risks, incidents) and HSE working groups related to professional scope.
• Familiarity with health and safety risks and environmental impacts relating to the scope of work.
• Familiarity with the site's HSE policy and objectives.

Benefits

• Alternative Work Schedule: 4/10 Schedule Monday-Thursday, 4:30am-3:00pm.
• Medical, Dental, Vision.
• 401K.
• Paid Sick Leave.
• Vacation Pay.
• Reward Range: $23.98-$29.95.