Line Operator - 1st Shift

It’s not how you start; it’s how you Finish!

Are you looking for a workplace where you can make an impact? Do you take pride in creating a quality product? Are you looking for an employer who values you and is willing to invest in your future?

You can stop your job search! Pioneer Metal Finishing is hiring hard-working, creative individuals who are looking to make an impact in our business. We are dedicated to the success of our employees in the current and future roles with us.

It’s not how you start; it’s how you Finish!

Job Summary

The individuals in these positions coordinate the proper process baths and materials needed to produce the highest quality product for our customers. This position works closely with Processing Line/Shift Supervisors on coordinating priorities of products to best utilize the process tanks in the most efficient and safest manner possible and in meeting required production schedules. Strives to produce consistency from load to load and shift to shift by means of communication.

Primary Functions and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for having the loads inspected prior to picking them up for identification, tooling, security, heights, and depth location.
• Coordinates all loads with Team Lead/Shift Supervisor to utilize all open tank time efficiently.
• Responsible for making sure there is a program prior to processing loads. If not, contact Team Lead/Supervisor immediately.
• Process special loads as assigned using precise specifications and proper communication between process techs, supervisors, leads and other line operators.
• Ability to run multiple lines in facilities where that is applicable.
• Strives to produce consistency from load to load and shift to shift by means of communication and teamwork.
• Makes sure product is processed to program and acceptable to your best judgment.
• Identifies and escalates issues with product in the raw state. Notify the supervisor of problems such as: excessive oil, deep and blind holes, areas that may air pocket, corrosion, galvanic, etc. In addition, must be able to recommend process adjustments to meet end product specifications.
• Participates in tank maintenance activities.
• Rejects any loads that do not meet standard processing requirements.
• Monitors pH and solution levels in all tanks that require it. Monitor tanks and make adds as required by daily checklists and procedures. Advise lab if non-conforming tanks are found. Change tank filters when required.
• Displays good communication and ability to interact effectively with others.
• Responds to alarms and follows applicable protocol. Monitor proper functioning of waste treatment system if applicable.
• Understands how to operate standard equipment such as rectifiers, pumps and cranes. Understands set up calibrations and basic trouble shooting for equipment including data tracks and controllers.
• Responsible for documenting and maintaining accurate information on run sheets such as correct temperature, loads, voltages, etc.
• Provides proper shift handoff and strive to maintain consistency between shifts.
• Keeps all work areas and equipment clean, safe and orderly.
• Responsible for cleaning the contact pads on the work bars and tanks to ensure full electrical contact through the loads.
• Responsible for immediately reporting any equipment problems to via designated procedure.
• Escalates any issues or ideas for tooling improvement via facility protocol.

Work Environment/Physical/Environmental

• Repetitive lifting up to 50 lbs. unassisted
• Must be able to walk/stand 60% of the day
• Sharp parts, sharp tooling, heavy carts, occasional hot and cold temperature and humidity levels, heat from ovens, moderate noise levels, limited hand and air tool use, compressed air (must use hearing protection.)
• Must be able to differentiate between color variance
• Responsibilities are repetitive in nature
• Various chemicals used in the process

Education/Qualifications

• High-school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Pioneer Metal Finishing is a drug-free environment; all potential candidates are subject to a pre-employment drug screen

Employee Benefits

We offer the following benefits to All Employees immediately upon hire:

• Next-Day Pay: Don’t wait for payday; access your daily pay the next day!
• Quarterly Incentive Program: paid based on business results
• Paid company holidays
• Shift Differentials for 2nd and 3rd shift
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• On the Job Training and Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Recognition and Rewards program
• Fun Recognition Events and more!

Full-Time Employees (30 hours per week) may participate in the following benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance (Eligibility begins on the 1st of the month, following your start date)
• Paid Time Off: 80 Hours earned your first year
• Company Funded Health Reimbursement or a Health Savings Account
• 401(k) plan with a company match up to 4% of bi-weekly contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company paid life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Additional benefits for employee purchase: life insurance, critical illness, voluntary accident, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Short-term disability paid for all employees
• Virtual doctor visits

Physical/Environmental/Chemical Hazards:

• Repetitive lifting up to 55 lbs. unassisted.
• Sharp parts, sharp tooling, heavy carts, occasional hot and cold temperature and humidity levels, heat from ovens, moderate noise levels, limited hand and air tool use, compressed air (must use hearing protection).
• Must be able to differentiate between color variance.
• Potential splash exposure near process lines.
• Responsibilities are repetitive in nature.
• Various chemicals are used in the process.

Education/Qualifications

• High-school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Pioneer Metal Finishing is a drug-free environment; all potential candidates are subject to a pre-employment drug screen