Associate Vapor Phase Operator - 2nd

Hyosung HICO LTD.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyosung HICO LTD. in Memphis, TN seeks a manufacturing operator to perform basic machine operations for drying power transformers and handle loading/unloading, measurement, and oil filling tasks.

You will monitor quality and document findings to ensure parts meet specs while maintaining safety and productivity. Candidates should have a high school diploma, basic tooling skills, and aptitude with drawings and measurements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; minimal formal training required.
• Basic mechanical or technical aptitude is expected.
• Experience using hand and power tools is preferred.
• Ability to read manufacturing drawings, prints or work instructions.
• Basic math and practical geometry skills.
• Basic computer skills with MS Office familiarity.
• Knowledge of simple industrial measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic operations on machines for drying power transformers.
• Load/unload machinery and operate non-CNC equipment and oil filling equipment.
• Monitor quality, verify inspections, and document results per specs.
• Follow prints, BOMs, specs and work instructions for components.
• Move and store materials safely; operate lifting equipment as required.
• Assist in TPM tasks and participate in 6S and safety procedures.
• Support the Manufacturing Supervisor and other areas as needed.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Tool use

Reading blueprints

Math & geometry

Basic computer skills

Industrial measuring tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Less than 2 years of training/experience

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring tools

Job description

THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

• Perform basic operations on various machines and equipment relating to the drying of power transformers.
• Perform manufacturing tasks such as loading and unloading of machinery and operation of non-CNC equipment, simple measurement equipment and oil filling equipment as examples.
• Perform operation of complicated machines and equipment with rigid tolerances.
• Assist in the preparation of work to meet manufacturing and schedule requirements.
• Confirm quality criteria is properly inspected, verified and documented during manufacturing to ensure product meets specifications, tolerances, prints and customers order requirements, Identify and correct defects appropriately.
• Perform basic electrical tests to confirm proper wiring and insulation per specification.
• Follow prints, bills of material, specifications and work instructions to determine proper component parts for processing, assembly and installation.
• Follow and comply with standard work procedures and sequence of operations to consistently meet manufacturing standards for safety, quality, cost, and productivity.
• Safely move, handle and store materials without damaging items.
• Perform TPM tasks as directed for each job or area.
• Practice 6S and adhere to all safety rules, guidelines and safe working practices.
• Safely operate material handling and lifting equipment such as overhead cranes, forklifts, pallet jacks, motorized scissors lifts and work platforms as required.
• Assist other manufacturing areas as needed.
• Support and assist the Manufacturing Supervisor or Manufacturing Manager as needed.
• Understand and work under the direction of the appropriate Hyosung HICO policy and/or procedure.
• Know Hyosung HICO’s Quality and Environmental Policies. Be able to fully discuss the importance of these policies and how they impact work.

THE DESCRIPTION ABOVE REPRESENTS THE MOST SIGNIFICANT ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE JOB BUT DOES NOT EXCLUDE OTHER OCCASIONAL WORK ASSIGNMENTS NOT MENTIONED.

THE NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

• Perform basic preventative maintenance and TPM on equipment/machines.
• Assist with completing process check sheets and verifying the work of other employees according to Company procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education/Special Skills/Experience/Training

• High school education or equivalent and less than two years of training and/or experience, or equivalent education and experience.
• Intermediate mechanical or technical skills.
• Experience using various hand and power tools.
• Basic ability to read manufacturing drawings/specifications, prints or work instructions.
• Basic math and practical geometry skills.
• Basic computer skills with emphasis on MS Office products and understanding of computer applications.
• Basic knowledge and use of simple industrial measuring tools.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE POSITION AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS OF THE WORKPLACE:

• Ability to safely and correctly use hand and power tools and measurement devices.
• Ability to work at elevated heights and climb stairs.
• Ability to inspect work.
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.
• Ability to judge the quality of work produced compared to established standards, drawings, and instructions.
• Ability to operate powered equipment, such as fork truck and overhead crane.
• Ability to work in outdoor climate and normal indoor temperatures.
• Stand and walk minimum 6-8 hours per day.
• Ability to sit, squat, bend, stretch, twist, crawl, kneel, and reach above the shoulders as required to perform essential job functions.
• Ability to work in restricted spaces.
• Ability to climb and work up to 20 feet off the ground for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to perform repetitive movement.
• Ability to use all applicable PPE including but not limited to hard hat, safety toe shoes, safety glasses, and gloves.