Operator - General Plate

COMPANY OVERVIEW:Hixson Metal Finishing is a premier metal finishing company whose vision is rooted in excellence, integrity, and accountability. From our original location in Newport Beach, California, we have worked diligently since 1960 to demonstrate just how far these values extend by providing a broad range of services to the military, aerospace, and commercial aircraft communities with competitive prices, timely delivery, and outstanding quality. We offer more than 80 finishing processes that run the gamut from simple “rack-and-run” jobs to very complex multi-process jobs, including anodizing, precious metals, cadmium and nickel plating, non-destructive testing, painting, and many more. A great source of pride for us is our persistent pursuit of improving our current processes and our willingness to develop new and innovative methods and technologies to meet the needs and expectations of our customers. DEPARTMENT:  General Plate – Department 2 (primary)POSITION ACCOUNTABLE TO: Production ManagerPOSITION TYPE: Full-time, hourly (non-exempt)JOB SUMMARY: The Helper operator provides constant support to the General Plate department. This individual is responsible for completing the daily production schedule and ensuring optimal quality for all work completed.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: o   Inspect in-process parts for General Plateo   Communicate directly with inspector on quality concernso   Work directly with rackers on technical improvements and efficiencyo   Blast, rack, and de-rack partso   Provide constant support where neededo   Accountable for good attendance and punctualityo   Inform management of quality issues and problems in departmentSUPPORTING JOB FUCTIONS:o   Assist with in-process and Final Inspection companywide, as neededo   Assist with plating material vendor relationshipo   Communicate performance metrics with departmentREQUIRED SKILLS: o   Ability to read and write in Englisho   Legible handwritingo   Ability to prioritize and work on multiple tasks simultaneouslyo   Basic sketch and blueprint reading skillso   Use inspection equipment (calipers, micrometer, mechanical gages, x-ray, and thickness gages)o   Detail-orientedo   Basic computer skillso   Basic mathematics skillso   Positive, can-do attitude with excellent attendance and punctualityo   Must be able to work independently with little supervision after completion of the training periodPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:o   Ability to stand and/or walk on your feet for extended periods of timeo   Must pass a drug test and criminal background checko   Ability to lift and move 50 pounds without mechanical assistancePREFERRED SKILLS:o   Bilingual (English/Spanish)EDUCATION / WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:o   High school diploma/GED