PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN

Orafol Americas Inc; Town of Henrietta (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

ORAFOL Americas Inc. is seeking a Production Technician 1 to perform basic electroforming activities, including electroforming, electroplating, and quality control. Training will be provided on-site with no prior experience required.

The role requires attention to detail, the ability to lift up to 50lbs, and flexibility to work overtime or weekends as needed. You will support tooling and development efforts and maintain a clean, safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Math and communication skills required.
• Entry level with on-site training provided.
• Electroforming, electroplating, optics experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Must be detail-oriented with a sense of accountability.

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality reflective parts.
• Prepare, clean, and reproduce reflective parts; inspect quality.
• Enter production and quality data into the computer system.
• Follow safety protocols and use PPE.
• Work with department team leader to meet schedules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Math

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Associates Degree Preferred

Job description

Overview

Salary Range

$18.50 - $20.00 Hourly

Position Type

Full Time

High School

Travel Percentage

None

Category

Manufacturing

Description

Production Technician 1 ( Starting salary $18 - $20/h)

Performs general electroforming activities including: electroforming, electroplating and product quality control. (No prior knowledge or experience in any of these topics is required, training will take place on-site)

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for producing high quality reflective parts.
• Will follow basic procedures to prepare, clean, and reproduce reflective parts. Will inspect product to ensure product quality.
• Perform various tasks like plating stank stress tests, filling anode baskets with nickel, etc.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Accurately follow the schedule, inspect, or assist with inspection, and enter production or quality data into the computer system.
• Communicates verbally and in writing on equipment status and any process problems.
• Enters all data and maintains records in relation to job function.
• Follows safety protocol in all activities; includes proper housekeeping, operation of all equipment in a safe manner, and proper handling and usage of any materials to ensure environmental protection.
• Work closely with department team leader and production schedules to complete tooling and development efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned or as the situation dictates.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Follow prescribed safety guidelines in accordance to ORAFOL Americas Safety program; use required PPE.
• Maintains an optimal level of product quality. Adheres to ORAFOLs Quality and Environmental Programs.
• May work on related projects.

Qualifications

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma, Associates Degree Preferred.
• Must have good math and communication skills.

Work Experience:

• Entry Level Position: Training will take place on-site.
• Electroforming, electroplating, optics related experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Requires close attention to detail and a methodical approach to work process.
• Must has a positive can do attitude and a sense of accountability; takes initiative.
• Must be a fast learner, driven and self-motivated; with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Have a team orientated mentality.
• Ability to lift 50lbs.
• May be required to work overtime and on weekends.
• May be required to work late afternoon or early evening shift.