Finishing Operator at Matthews International in Searcy, AR

Job description

The Finishing Operator performs a variety of functions under the finishing area, which includes: belting, chasing, clear coating, drilling & tapping, sandblast operator, polisher operator, oxidation, packing & shipping, and painting. This position works to assure accuracy and quality control and promotes the flow of materials necessary to production. · Visually inspects product at work station to determine work required. · Determines required finish operation based upon production order and ticket. · Performs finish process that meet quality standards of operation. Standards of operation are located on site for operators review and training. · Transfers product to and from work station in a safe manner. · Observes and follows safety precautions, rules and regulations. · Belting: belting AIB, VA memorials, and regular memorials, changing belts as necessary and end of shift procedure. · Chasing: examining castings and determining what needs chased, pounding down welds, filling small holes with shot, chasing the surface, letters, ribbons, emblems, vase holes edges, and ornamentation, using the appropriate tools. · Clear Coating: performing clear coating operations, operating the clear booth controls, purging the paint gun, and end of shift procedures. · Drilling and Tapping: drilling and tapping of markers. · General Cleaning: operating the sand blaster and the hand blaster. · Hand Polishing: performing hand polishing, using air tools, and end of shift procedures. · Oxidation: preparing castings for oxidation, performing oxidation, performing basic oxidation techniques, and end of shift procedures. · Packing & Shipping: performing the final quality inspection of castings, then packing and shipping them. · Painting: operating the sand blaster and the hand blaster. · Handfinishing: working with the aid of a microscope, engraving and sharpening rotary dies and inspecting parts for incoming and outgoing quality control. · Responsible for maintaining work area and all equipment required to complete job. · Additional duties as assigned. · High school diploma or GED · 2+ years of previous finishing experience preferred · Basic degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications. · Basic analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills. · Basic verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning). · Basic understanding and application of mathematical concepts. · Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients. · Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment. · Ability to work with and influence peers and management. · Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting. · Possess a mechanical aptitude; ability to use a large variety of hand tools and basic knowledge of power tools, forklifts, welding equipment, and cutting torch. · Ability to work overtime as necessary. PHYSICAL ASPECTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: · Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk, hear and see. · Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. · Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. · Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold & heat, risk of electrical shock, and toxic or caustic chemicals. · The noise level in the work environment may be high. * Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.