Manufacturing Technician

PSM Hanwha Group; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

PSM Hanwha Group located in the Town of Florida, New York, is seeking a production technician responsible for performing engraving, buffing, grinding, and polishing tasks. The ideal candidate will have over two years of experience in a relevant production or maintenance environment, ensuring quality checks and following safety regulations.

The role includes operating cleaning process machines, maintaining equipment, and processing documentation while adhering to EHS guidelines. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a production or maintenance environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Must complete EHS regulatory training.

Responsibilities

• Perform engraving, buffing, grinding, and polishing.
• Quality check of performed work.
• Carry out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Experience in a production or maintenance environment

Experience in grinding, blending coatings, or coatings application

Interpretation of technical drawings

Knowledge of manufacturing processes

Basic knowledge of MS Office programs

Detail-oriented and self-starter

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs engraving, buffing, grinding, polishing, and touch up grinding on components or coatings using various tools and equipment per specification
• Performs sandblasting on components during reconditioning process per specification
• Utilizes precision measuring equipment as required to check work
• Assists operators in setting up equipment
• Operates cleaning process machines such as the ultrasonic or the hot water wash
• Operate other process specific equipment as required
• Operates small cranes and fork-lifts to move equipment, parts, and material
• Quality check of the performed work before operation step confirmation
• Preparation/confirmation of the required quality documentation
• Reporting and monitoring of used production time per production step
• Carrying out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on equipment and tools
• Keeping the working environment and machines in a clean and proper condition
• Following Environmental Health and Safety regulations
• Performing waste handling in accordance to EHS procedures & legal requirements, such as:
• Segregating waste generated
• Placing hazardous and non-hazardous waste in appropriate containers
• Maintaining waste containers closed and in good condition
• Labeling waste containers with appropriate hazardous waste and non-hazardous waste labels
• Marking the start accumulation date to hazardous waste label once the container in the satellite accumulation area becomes full.
• Arranging internal waste transfer to central accumulation area
• Contain and clean up area incidental spills
• Continually improving operations and the working environment
• Independently carry out all assigned technician work during the reconditioning process
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Education & Training

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Complete specific on-the-job training towards meeting essential duties and work area performance criteria.
• Must complete EHS assigned regulatory training for work area as described by PSM’s EHS Training Matrix, which includes:
• Initial and annual Hazardous Waste Management training.

Skills/Experience

• 2+ years of experience in a production or maintenance environment
• 2+ years of experience of manufacturing experience with the specific skills in one of the following disciplines preferred: grinding, blending coatings, coatings application, coatings removal (strip line), blasting, heat treat, machining or welding
• 2+ years of experience with interpretation of technical drawings or work instructions preferred
• Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing processes
• Basic knowledge of MS Office programs, SAP, and time keeping applications
• Must be a detailed oriented, high energy, self-starter with the ability to drive the successful completion of projects within specified time frames
• Strong quality and customer focus
• Process and Team oriented; Multicultural sensitivity
• Trustworthy, quick learning, innovative and reliable
• Proficient in the use of hand tools

Physical Requirements

• Stooping/Crouching. Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.
• Kneeling. Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
• Crawling. Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
• Reaching. Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time
• Walking. Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work area to another.
• Pushing & Pulling
• Lifting up to 50 lbs. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position.
• Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
• Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes.
• The worker is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level.
• The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.
• May require travel (air & ground) with short notice.
• Being able to wear required PPEs for specific tasks performed, such as respirators, Tyvek suit, gloves, respirator, face shield, etc.
• Ability to cooperate and work with people

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled