TEMPERING OVEN TECHNICIAN -1st shift

EuropTec; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

EuropTec in Chicago, IL is seeking an experienced Tempering Operator to run the tempering oven, air quenches and water quench lines, ensuring glass meets quality standards throughout the tempering process.

The role requires strict adherence to safety protocols, daily reporting, coordination with QA and maintenance teams, and willingness to work overtime as needed. High school diploma or GED and basic math and reading skills are required.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, work instructions and professional literature.
• Ability to write routine reports and daily reports involving mathematical skills.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and calculate percentages; plot simple graphs.
• Ability to apply common sense and follow written or oral instructions.
• Training and qualification notification per department protocols.

Responsibilities

• Operates tempering oven, air quench and water quench to maintain glass quality.
• Maintains required temperatures and regulates glass speed through equipment.
• Keeps records of rejects and reports to QA and production teams.
• Clears air and water quench lines and keeps them free of broken glass.
• Performs general clean-up; assists maintenance with minor repairs.
• Changes rollers and rubber rings as needed; performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading & Writing

Math skills

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

General Purpose

Responsible for operating the tempering oven, air quench and water quench to insure a consistently high quality of glass through the tempering process. NOTE: Wearing personal protective equipment - a face shield, ear muffs, ear plugs, steel toe shoes/boots and Kevlar gloves are mandatory.

General Purpose

Responsible for operating the tempering oven, air quench and water quench to insure a consistently high quality of glass through the tempering process. NOTE: Wearing personal protective equipment - a face shield, ear muffs, ear plugs, steel toe shoes/boots and Kevlar gloves are mandatory.

Essential Functions

• Adjusts and maintains required temperature in the tempering oven as well as regulating the speed of the glass going through it
• Quickly clears air and water quenches and keeps them free of broken glass to avoid causing additional defects to glass
• Must always be at work area, never leave unattended.
• Keeps records of all rejects that occur in the tempering oven and air quench
• Works with Final Inspectors, Quality Assurance Technician, Spray Booth Technician, and Production Supervisor to resolve problems on the line .
• Performs general clean-up tasks upon request
• Cleans tempering oven, air and water quench. Places broken/discarded glass in waste container.
• Assists maintenance with replacing minor components on operating equipment.
• Change rollers and rubber rings as needed
• Does all other duties assigned

Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, plus six months of experience or appropriate training and one year of experience
• An individual is considered qualified upon notification by the PS or department head to the DHR that the employee has successfully completed the training and is qualified to perform the position. Notation of this notification is made in the employee’s training record .
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, work instructions and professional literature
• Ability to speak some English
• Ability to write routine reports and make daily reports that involve mathematical skills
• Ability to add, subtracts, multiply, divide and calculate percentages as well as to plot common graphs.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in either written, oral or diagram form.
• For a list of mandatory training for this position, please see the Training Plan at QS PR 6.2.2.2 Training Plan

Requirements

Physical Requirements

X Seeing – vision 20/20 (D) 20/100 (N) X Ability to Move Distances X Lifting (specify)
X Color Perception (Red, Green, Amber) Within and Between 40 Pounds
X Hearing/Listening Warehouse/Offices X Carrying (specify)
X Touching Climbing 40 Pounds
X Dexterity Ability to Mount and Other
X Hand Dismount Forklift/Truck
X Finger X Pushing/Pulling (specify)
10 Pounds

Mental/Reasoning Requirements

Reading – Simple Writing – Complex X Analysis/Comprehension
Reading – Complex Clerical X Judgment/Decision-making
Writing – Simple X Basic Math Skills

Work Environment

X Shift Work Outside X Pressurized Equipment
X Works Alone X Extreme Heat X Moving Objects
X Works with Others X Noise High Places
X Verbal Contact w/ Others X Mechanical Equipment Fumes/Odors
Face-to-Face Contact X Electrical Equipment Hazardous Materials
X Inside X Dirt/Dust
6:00am – 4:0pm , Monday – Thursday; Fridays and Saturdays possible
This is a full time position with mandatory overtime.