Loader/Unloader II

CoorsTek, Inc.; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

CoorsTek, Inc. is seeking a Loader/Unloader II in Hillsboro, OR to operate kilns/furnaces under supervision and help ensure quality loading of materials. The role involves reading thermals, maintaining firing specs, and performing routine maintenance.

Expect to push heavy kiln cars, load/unload up to 80% of tasks, and support various departments. Swing shift with differential; day shift training provided for several weeks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required, with basic math and computer skills.
• Forklift certification as required by department or facility.
• Good interpersonal and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate and document kiln/furnace operations per instructions and dept. procedures.
• Take readings and maintain firing within specifications for kilns/furnaces.
• Adjust timings using computer software; restart kilns after outages or surges as needed.
• Perform routine maintenance on kilns/furnaces as required.
• Address firing issues by corrective actions and notify supervisors as needed.
• Move heavy kiln cars manually when required; load/unload materials up to 80% of the time.
• Rebuild kiln cars and track kiln furniture quality and inventories.
• Assist in other areas as needed; support multiple shifts.

Skills

Forklift cert

Math basics

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Verbal & written communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

It's exciting to work for a company that makes the world measurably better.

We're committed to bringing safety, quality, and customer focus to the business of advanced ceramics manufacturing.

Job Title

Loader/Unloader II

Roles & Responsibilities

• Under moderate supervision, performs and documents kiln and or furnace operations following approved work instructions and established department procedures for efficient use of kiln and/or furnace capacity
• Takes incremental readings and maintains firing within specifications for all kiln and/or furnaces
• Monitors and makes corrections to kiln and/or furnace push timing utilizing computer software as required
• Restarts the kiln and/or furnaces in the event of a power outage or when surge occurs as required
• Performs routine basic maintenance operations on kiln and/or furnaces as required
• Corrects firing related issues through sandblasting, grinding or other method as needed; notifies appropriate personnel of corrections
• Notifies lead, supervisor or engineer in the event of issues or concerns regarding kiln and/or furnace equipment or product condition
• Manually pushes or pulls heavy kiln cars in and out of kilns as needed
• Loads and unloads product for kiln and/or furnaces up to 80% of the time as needed
• Responsible for rebuilding kiln cars including replacing bricking, wheels and bearings per departmental needs
• Tracks kiln and/or furnace furniture quality including inventories, reconfiguring and reloading as required; may include visual and dimensional inspection of refractories, beams and SiC plates
• Assists and/or performs in any and all areas as assigned
• May work any and all shifts/days as required

Job Requirements

Schedule

• Swing Shift: Monday - Friday, 3:00pm - 11:30pm
• $2.50 Shift differential
• Must be able to train on day shift for a few weeks

Education

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent Experience:
• Minimum of 6 months manufacturing/work experience

Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledgeable in the basic fundamentals of loading ceramics to insure proper loading of a wide variety of materials and part configurations
• Good interpersonal and organizational skills, great attention to detail as well as good verbal and written communication skills required
• Must have basic math and computer skills
• Forklift certification as required by department or facility
• Must be able to work with a diverse variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds

Target Hiring Range

Hourly: USD 23.92 - USD 28.95

Actual compensation is commensurate with experience, skills and education. CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

If you like working for a company that makes a real difference in the world, you'll enjoy your career with us!