Machine Operator - Casting - 2nd Shift

Fenner Precision Polymers; Manheim (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Fenner Precision Polymers in Manheim, PA is seeking a Casting Technician to set up, operate and monitor machines that produce urethane cast slab stock. The role involves loading materials, mixing compounds, adjusting equipment and recording data on shop floor systems to ensure quality and on-time production.

In this Monday–Friday, 2pm–10pm shift, you will follow ISO work instructions, perform daily cleanups, participate in safety practices and support Lean initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Six months related experience and/or training.
• Knowledge of ISO work instructions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Loads drums of materials, prepares reinforcement fabric, colors and components for production.
• Operates mixing pots to produce various type mixes per run specifications.
• Sets up urethane application system and press conditions per run specifications.
• Operates casting machine, makes adjustments to meet quality criteria and takes test samples.
• Unloads finished rolls, post cures, moves goods to storage, and handles raw materials.
• Cleans equipment and records scrap processing data.
• Keeps up to date on ISO work instructions and signs off.
• Records entries on the JD Edwards shop floor control system.
• Reports quality or processing problems to supervisor.
• Supports Continuous Improvement and Lean initiatives.
• Works in other departments as required and promotes Fenner values.
• Learn and follow EHS policies; wear PPE at all times; attend EHS training; participate in safety inspections; stop work when danger is present; keep work area clean.

Education

High school diploma or GED; six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job description

Casting Technician

Basic Scope/Purpose: (The job’s primary purpose or contribution to the department or organization.)

The Casting Technician is responsible for setting up, operating and monitoring essential machines in the department to produce Urethane Cast Slab Stock.

The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday; 2pm-10pm

Principal Accountabilities: (The job’s essential or most important functions and responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Loads drums of materials in ovens and on rotators, prepares reinforcement fabric, colors, and other components for production use
• Operates mixing pots to produce a variety of different type mixes according to run specifications
• Sets up urethane application system and sets press operational conditions according to run specifications
• Operates casting machine while making various adjustments to meet quality and production criteria; uses micrometers and/or other gauges to establish and maintain quality requirements during the entire product run; cuts test samples for QA as required; sews on reinforcement rolls and maintains Teflon release belts as needed; operates and maintains flash trimming and automatic take-up reel equipment during the production run
• Unloads completed cast rolls and post cures same according to run specifications; moves finished goods to storage area; transports incoming raw materials from shipping dock and maintains Casting raw materials storage area
• Cleans machine, posts, and pumps of excess urethane at the end of the production run or as otherwise required
• Records processing information on Work Orders as required; disposes of processing scrap and records scrap information as required
• Keeps up to date on all ISO Work Instructions and signs off on same in a timely manner
• Makes accurate and timely entries on the JD Edwards shop floor control system
• Reports quality and processing problems to supervisor
• Follows written procedures and maintains a clean work area by completing the daily cleanup checklist
• Supports Continuous Improvement and the Lean Initiative
• Supports the department by performing other tasks of equal to or lesser job grades as required.
• Works in other departments as required.
• Maintain and promote Fenner Drives Values and Behaviors at all times.

Environmental, Health & Safety Accountabilities: (The level of safety accountability needed to successfully accomplish the essential duties of this job.)

• Learn and follow EHS policies, rules and work instructions
• Attend required EHS training
• Wear the required PPE at all times
• Take personal responsibility for keeping yourself and your co-workers and visitors free from injury by participating in and/or conducting risk assessments, work place inspections, corrective actions and safety observations
• Report incidents, near miss, unsafe conditions, unsafe acts and other hazards in the work place. STOP WORK when imminent danger is present
• Maintain work area in a neat and orderly fashion and keep equipment in proper working condition.

Education and/or Relative Experience: (The level of education and/or experience needed to successfully accomplish the essential duties of this job.)(Also show level of education needed for Career Progression)

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations (The licenses, certificates or registrations that are required to perform the essential duties of this job.)

• None Required