Darkroom Operator Deer Creek (Portland, OR)

MISSION:

To provide film for radiographers and operate darkroom process equipment to develop exposed film for evaluation.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Film Orders

Objective: to accurately fill film orders requested by radiographers.

Essential Job Functions:

• Reviews film orders including size type and number of cassettes.
• Loads film into cassettes; puts cassettes in pass box when completed; unloads cassettes.
• Cuts and tapes special film.
• Maintains film inventory records; orders film or notifies supervisor to order film.
• Maintains film cassettes; replaces or repairs worn cassettes. (LSBO TBO only)

• Darkroom Processing

Objective: to process film and maintain proper chemistry in processor.

Essential Job Functions:

• Tests chemical replenishment rates and water and/or chemical temperatures to assure compliance with specifications; accurately records results.
• Processes test film to assure proper operation and processing time of industrial processor.
• Performs minor cleaning of processor. (LSBO TBO only)
• Removes jammed film from processor as needed.
• Monitors darkroom temperature levels.

• Safety

Objective: to take responsibility for and demonstrate safe work practices.

Essential Job Functions:

• Adheres to plant and department safety rules.
• Safely operates all equipment and tools.
• Identifies and reports safety problems.

• Maintains logs and records
• Meets all production and quality standards.

OTHER (MARGINAL) ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Performs other duties as requested.

ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT TOOLS AND/OR MACHINERY USED:

• Film processor
• Film cutter
• Cutting board
• Scissors/tape

TRAINING

• Training is provided on the job.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience in darkroom processing and chemistry background preferred OR An equivalent combination of training and experience.

• Ability to read interpret and follow instructions on work orders Quality Control Manuals and other technical instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations. (addition and subtraction)
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and in a team.
• Physical ability to perform the essential job functions.