Lead Cut Off Operator (swing)

LEAD RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Verify daily staffing and report any staffing issues/needs to Supervisor
• Prioritize workflow and keep key parts moving for TP plan or LTPO recovery
• Assign work to operators
• Audit the quality and quantity of work performed by operators
• Answer questions regarding the processing of parts
• Move operators to different job assignments that they are qualified to perform
• Provide input to Supervisors regarding operator punctuality tardiness and other aspects of overall performance
• Assume responsibility of routine operations in a Supervisors absence
• Stop the work of operators if appropriate (in the absence of a supervisor)
• May be required to handle or manage hazardous waste
• May be required to complete hazardous waste management training
• Additional department-specific requirements
• Champion Safety and 6S Initiatives
• Must be able to handle all the processes within the department
• Responsible for other duties as assigned

GENERAL SUMMARY OF A CUT OFF OPERATOR:

Position supports the manufacturing process by removing shell material from cast molds. Removing the pour cup separating the individual part from the mold by method of oxy/acetylene torch cutting. Sorts and segregates scrap material by alloy type.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Prepare molds for removal of pour cup by utilizing forklift hand held air guns hammers and/or jackhammer.
2. Operate Waterblast cabinet to aid in removal of shell material from molds.
3. Utilize an oxy/acetylene-cutting torch to separate part(s) from the mold.
4. Operate a variety of belt grinders or hand held air grinders to assist in gate removal from casting.
5. Utilize a Tannewitz friction cutting bandsaw to remove gating and/or test material from molds/parts.
6. Operate a shotblast cabinet and a sandblast cabinet to remove shell material from inside pocket areas or hard to access areas.
7. Use of dimensional measuring equipment required when performing certain cut-off operations.
8. Responsible for safe work practices by adhering to safety rules safely operating all equipment and tools identifies and reports safety problems.
9. Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work well with limited supervision.
2. Ability to pay close attention to detail on all learned skills.
3. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing to co-workers and supervisor.
4. Ability to work with hands and posses a good mechanical ability.
5. Ability to work in a safe and conscientious manner; adhere to safety rules.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent. Prior experience operating a cutting torch and hand held power tools is preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to work with hand and power tools. Must be able to write climb stairs stoop and reach to perform daily job functions. Ability to exert up to one hundred pounds of force (lift up to 35lbs) and move molds from the cooling table into the waterblast cabinet and sandblast cabinets.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified.