R&D (Research & Development FORGINGS) Technician II

POSITION SUMMARY:
The position is primarily responsible for supporting forging and auxiliary operations in the Advanced Product Development Forge Shop. Responsibilities include working on die set-ups billet spotting fork truck and manipulator operation press operation and other duties related to forging operations on the press. Duties will also include operating furnaces performing heat treatment operations band-saw and abrasive saw operations and general housekeeping. While these are the principal responsibilities of the position the incumbent is expected to have the necessary skills and aptitude to also cross-train in other laboratory functions such as metallography and mechanical testing.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Die setup and forging crew functions (billet spotting nip operation press operation)
Heat treat and forge furnace operations
Operation of band saws and abrasive saws
Support of APD program activities
Housekeeping and safety procedure adherence
Develop and maintain good working knowledge of APD shop equipment and practices.
Operation of shop equipment such as fork trucks and manipulators to meet process requirements.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Mechanical aptitude is essential for success.
Computer literacy and basic skill with office software such as spreadsheets and word processors.
Good communication and teamwork skills to be successful in a small cohesive team.
Fast learner and be able to operate responsibly with minimal supervision when necessary.
Flexible versatile and able to cross-train in an R&D environment with changing requirements and demands.

EDUCATION:
Minimum associates degree.
1-3 years of college or trade school will be considered a plus
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of 5 years in an industrial or laboratory environment
Forklift license and skilled at handling industrial equipment is a plus
Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
WORK CONDITIONS:
Safety Gear: Requires the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses ear protection and steel-toed boots.
Movement: Regular movement throughout the manufacturing floor including standing walking and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds.
HOURS: 1ST SHIFT