ZINC 4 OPERATOR

j-; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

j- in Rockford, IL is seeking a Zinc Line Operator to run the Zinc 4 line efficiently and produce product within customer specifications. You will review work orders, start up and shut down line, select proper Zinc program, and verify weights for each barrel.

You will inspect barrels for wear, use X-Ray to verify zinc coating, and operate a forklift while maintaining safety, quality, and production targets in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required or equivalent experience.
• Ability to read and follow work orders and instructions.
• Basic math skills for weight calculations and quality checks.
• Forklift driving certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review work orders at shift start and inspect line and barrels.
• Start up and shut down Zinc line in proper sequence and run Zinc program.
• Calculate weight loads per barrel and ensure correct loading.
• Inspect parts using available quality checks and operate forklift as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate issues clearly.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Ability to follow instructions

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Related experience (up to 1 month)

Tools

Forklift license

Job description

Job SummaryOperate the Zinc 4 line efficiently and produce product within customer specifications.Duties/ResponsibilitiesReview work orders from supervisor for start of shiftVisually inspect line and barrels for signs of wear and tear of low volumeStarts up and shuts down Zinc line properly and in sequence.Select proper Zinc program based on customer specifications 'Determine weight loads for each barrel based on part size and overall customer order using calculator for basic multiplication and division functionsEnsure machines are loaded and operating properlyAfter program runs, inspect parts using X-Ray technology to ensure proper zinc coatingOperate ForkliftThe employer may require an employee to perform other duties as assigned on a temporary and infrequent basis.Required Skills/AbilitiesGood verbal and written communication skills.Basic computer literacy.Organized with great attention to detail.Ability to manage and work on a computerAbility to communicate with others.Actively listen to instructions, understand them, and ask questionsMeets commitments and assigned due dates.Monitors operations to ensure processing is working properly.Use of logic and reasoning to identify improvement opportunities and alternativeEducation and ExperiencesHigh School diploma or equivalent and/or up to one month of related experienceSpeak, read, and write English preferredAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide to calculate correct weight for each load.Fork lift licenseHigh attention to detailAble to work in a fast-paced environmentAbility to create and maintain cooperative, team building relationships.Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.