Lead Investing Operator (Weekday Late Swing Shift)

Investing Operator Lead Late Weekday Coverage

Assigned Shift: Monday - Thursday (6:00PM 4:30AM)

Standard Lead Role Schedule: 12:30AM 4:00AM

Alternative schedule to be assigned as needed.

The purpose of this role is to provide leadership throughout the shift and take on all Lead responsibilities during periods when no Supervisor or other Lead is present. While collaboration is essential this role will act in the operator capacity when there is a shift overlap with other Leads. The role will actively engage and coordinate with neighboring shift Leads and upstream/downstream departments to best align goals and coordinate resources.

Requirements:

• See attached summary of Lead expectations
• 3 years of Investment Casting experience strongly preferred
• Coach and mentor new hires to meet certification and quality requirements. This includes providing direct feedback and tracking training status
• Must be able to effectively coordinate with other leaders on the floor regarding production priorities
• Excellent communication skills
• Good attendance record and performance history
• Ability to meet expectations of Lead Position as identified on attached summary

The use of Leads at PCC Schlosser is an approved option to assist Supervisors/Managers in performing daily routines. These assignments are intended to help in those situations where there is not adequate coverage by a supervisor yet a full-time supervisor is not warranted.

Lead positions must be approved in advance of offering the assignment by the General Manager Operations Manager and Human Resources Manager.

Lead assignments generally do not include external job postings and may not include internal job postings job descriptions or other formal selection processes. They are assigned positions and may be offered and retracted by the supervisor at will based on performance business conditions and/or changing needs of the department/plant.

Leads are intended to be working leads in that they are expected to carry out their normal job title functions with some modifications by their supervisor. The additional responsibilities of the lead are generally defined by the supervisor and typically include the following:

• Maintain overall process flow and ensure operations stay on schedule
• Ensure lines are dipping on time according to production requirements
• Maintain 6S standards across all assigned areas
• Adjust and move operators based on priorities and dip times
• Communicate updates issues and shift performance to incoming day shift leadership
• 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
• Investing Leads must be able to recover minor robot issues manage slurries and assess action needs if there are issues. Must have the ability to fully operate the autoclave and accompanying equipment (excluding boiler)

Investing Operator General Job Description:

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Position performs duties related to investing wax assemblies: bolt cleaning wire preparation cleaning duties to maintain department work areas mold prep robotic and hand investing inspecting buildup slurries and binders testing materials testing binders and slurries autoclave preparation autoclave operations water wash and bore-scope.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Adhere to plant and department safety rules. Safely operate all equipment and tools. Identify and report safety issues.
2. Run bolts through bolt cleaner sort to length and distribute to Wax Molding.
3. Cut wire squares into various lengths keeping wire bins full.
4. Prepare wire kits for all molds entering the Investing department according to work instructions.
5. Maintain a clean environment in the work area.
6. Dry and dispose of used binders and slurries.
7. Wash wax tree molds and cups; blow them dry and prep for Investing.
8. Wrap tape around frame molds to prepare for Investing.
9. Operate the robot to transfer molds to Investing and to build a shell.
10. Inspect molds for defects; blow loose sand from the molds.
11. Remove tape at appropriate times during investing process.
12. Blow loose sand from molds prior to each dip to eliminate sand packets and defects.
13. Mix ingredients to build slurry to supplement usage.
14. Run daily/weekly tests on slurries and binders. Test incoming materials.
15. Clip vents grind cups and load molds for Dewax.
16. Operate the autoclave; manually lift molds that may weigh up to 100 lbs; roll frame molds using hoist.
17. Water wash and bore-scope molds post burnout.
18. Job duties may include limited management of hazardous waste generated in the Investing department including determining if spent material is either acidic or caustic and transferring hazardous waste containers to the facilitys hazardous waste storage locations. Comprehensive hazardous waste training will be required annually for those handling investing operators engaged in hazardous waste management activities t.
19. Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
2. Ability to work in a safe and conscientious manner; adhere to safety rules.
3. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing to co-workers and supervisor.
4. Ability to complete Forklift Driving Safety Certification Training.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent basic chemistry and math skills desired.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Ability to stand climb stoop and reach to perform daily job functions. Ability to lift and/or maneuver objects weighing eighty to one hundred pounds and occasionally up to one hundred and twenty pounds. Ability to work in difficult working conditions which may include exposure to noise dust chemicals temperature extremes and other elements for periods of time.
2. Ability to pass medical examination and be approved to wear a respirator; ability to pass a respirator fit test which requires no facial hair that interferes w/ the respirator-to-face piece seal.

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.