SetUp Technician / Tool Crib Attendant

Precious Plate; City of Niagara Falls (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Precious Plate is seeking a Setup Technician and experienced machine operator to join our Niagara Falls plating team. You will report to the Tool Crib Supervisor, with a Monday–Friday schedule 7am–3pm and potential overtime. Starting rate is $25 per hour.

Responsibilities include assembling tooling and changeover paperwork, preparing changeover planners, assisting with changeovers, storing tooling, and supporting 5S initiatives. Maintain a tour-ready workstation and operate hand tools safely.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school graduate or equivalent.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Minimum 3 years experience as a Production Operator preferred.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively with others.
• Ability to hear, see, occasionally bend, stoop and kneel, stand for 8 to 12 hours per day, and lift up to 50lbs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assemble tooling and paperwork required for plating line changeover in advance.
• Prepare changeover planners.
• Assist with changeovers when available.
• Inspect and store tooling and equipment removed during changeovers.
• Prepare for PM cycles and locate/stock parts.
• Assist with PM efforts when available.
• Interact with Production Manager, Foremen, Operators, Engineering, and others.
• Maintain a tour-ready workstation.
• Operate hand tools and equipment as needed.
• Support 5S initiatives and audits.

Skills

High school diploma

Attention to detail

Independent work

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Manual dexterity

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The OpportunityPrecious Plate is creating a new position Setup Technician and is seeking an experienced machine operator to fill the role. The position would report to the Tool Crib Supervisor, with a standard work schedule of M-F, 7am- 3pm. Overtime may be required. Starting rate of pay is $25 per hour.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assembling tooling and paperwork required for plating line changeover in advance, which would include things like: Masking belts, Stripe tools, Face plates, Spot tools, Contacts, Traveler and associated check sheets, Any other items needed for a changeover that can be prepared in advance
• Preparing changeover planners
• Assisting with changeovers when available
• Inspection and organized storage of tooling and equipment removed during changeovers
• Preparing for PM cycles: Assembling replacement parts and Locating and staging empty drums
• Assisting with PM efforts when available
• Frequent interaction with Production Manager, Production Foremen, Operators, Engineering, and others
• Maintaining a tour-ready workstation
• Stripping / wire wheeling of brush contacts to prepare them for re-brushing
• Repair activities to include plumbing, drilling, tapping, assembly work, and installing inserts & taping of faceplates
• Operate bench grinders, wire wheel, drills, sanders, and other various hand tools
• Organize, store and inventory all plating equipment & interleaf paper Continuously supports plant-wide housekeeping initiatives
• Maintains a tour ready tool crib at all times.
• Supports company goals
• Follows all safety rules and regulations
• Participating on 5S teams to help implement and sustain 5S initiatives throughout the facility
• Participate in 5S audits and report findings
• Collect information about occurring non-conformities and hazards in areas and assist with identifying opportunities for improvement
• Perform daily responsibilities in support of 5S: S*ort / Straighten / Sweep / Standardize / Sustain
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Minimum high school graduate or equivalent
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Minimum 3 years experience as a Production Operator preferred
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and perform cooperatively with others
• Ability to hear, see, occasionally bend, stoop and kneel, stand for 8 to 12 hours per day, and push, pull or lift up to 50lbs as needed to perform essential job functions
• Manual dexterity needed to perform some job functions

Working Conditions

• Environment may be high temperatures depending on ambient outside temperature
• Safety glasses, steel or composite toe boots required
• Other PPE may be required and will be supplied by the company
• Could be exposed to background noise, odors, or dust

Who We AreSince 1973, Precious Plate has provided exceptional, selective electroplating services by continually adapting and improving electroplating equipment and processes to the specific needs of a wide variety of manufacturers. We are ISO certified specific to certain quality management and environmental standards. By joining our team, we will empower you to do great work and can provide excellent opportunities for growth in your career with us. Precious Plate, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.Our total rewards benefit offering includes, but is not limited to, competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package, promotion opportunities, performance bonuses, 401(k) with company match, PTO, paid holidays, safety shoe/glasses allowance, and company provided uniforms.