Thermal Spray & Coating Technician (HVOF)

Job DescriptionESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Must be able to safely wear respirator up to 8 hours a day. Inspect, Operate, Test, & Dismantle devices to diagnose and gain access to and remove defective parts, using hoists, cranes, hand tools, and power tools. Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, and the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate. Identify specific powders to be utilized. Apply coating per written work instructions and job router. Ensure that coating thickness is within specification and meets all requirements. Identify proper measuring tools and take readings accurately. Reading and Tracking traveler tickets. Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery. Order parts, supplies, and equipment as needed through suppliersAssist with other departments and duties as needed. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:EducationHigh School Diploma / GED Equivalent requiredKnowledge of OSHA Safety guidelines a plusExperiencePrior Warehouse/Manufacturing Experience PreferredExperience in use of power tools, lathes, forklifts, and overhead cranes preferred. SkillsUse tools ranging from common hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices. Able to read, and comprehend written instructions. Able to coordinate with other workers to complete tasks. PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, frequently required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear; operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movementand fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to work within hot environments up to 12 hours a day. This position may include use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Proper use of PPE is required.Attention: Work environment may cause Employees to come into contact with various metal particulates such as nickel, cobalt, iron, and Tungsten Carbide. Please ask for a full list and MSDS from the supervisor if there are any known metal or chemical allergies. This position is important to the effectiveness of all operations and contributes to the overall achievement of the organizations established quality objectives. The requirements listed are not the exclusive functions of the position. Employee will be expected to follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as required by the supervisor.Drug-Free Workplace: All applicants must be able to pass an in-house drug screening on the first day of orientation.Company DescriptionFounded in 1996 Surface Engineering Alloy Company specializes in developing new, creative solutions to minimize wear by utilizing current and/or emerging technologies. Our Company prides itself on providing a full spectrum of consumables designed to reduce or eliminate production inefficiencies caused by wear in all industries.Founded in 1996 Surface Engineering Alloy Company specializes in developing new, creative solutions to minimize wear by utilizing current and/or emerging technologies. Our Company prides itself on providing a full spectrum of consumables designed to reduce or eliminate production inefficiencies caused by wear in all industries.