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Machine Operator - Casting - 2nd Shift

Casting TechnicianCasting Technician Basic Scope/Purpose: The Casting Technician is responsible for setting up, operating and monitoring essential machines in the department to produce Urethane Cast Slab Stock.The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday; 2pm-10pmPrincipal Accountabilities:Loads drums of materials in ovens and on rotators, prepares reinforcement fabric, colors, and other components for production useOperates mixing pots to produce a variety of different type mixes according to run specificationsSets up urethane application system and sets press operational conditions according to run specificationsOperates casting machine while making various adjustments to meet quality and production criteria; uses micrometers and/or other gauges to establish and maintain quality requirements during the entire product run; cuts test samples for QA as required; sews on reinforcement rolls and maintains Teflon release belts as needed; operates and maintains flash trimming and automatic take-up reel equipment during the production runUnloads completed cast rolls and post cures same according to run specifications; moves finished goods to storage area; transports incoming raw materials from shipping dock and maintains Casting raw materials storage areaCleans machine, posts, and pumps of excess urethane at the end of the production run or as otherwise requiredRecords processing information on Work Orders as required; disposes of processing scrap and records scrap information as requiredKeeps up to date on all ISO Work Instructions and signs off on same in a timely mannerMakes accurate and timely entries on the JD Edwards shop floor control systemReports quality and processing problems to supervisorFollows written procedures and maintains a clean work area by completing the daily cleanup checklistSupports Continuous Improvement and the Lean InitiativeSupports the department by performing other tasks of equal to or lesser job grades as required. Works in other departments as required.Maintain and promote Fenner Drives Values and Behaviors at all timesEnvironmental, Health & Safety Accountabilities:Learn and follow EHS policies, rules and work instructionsAttend required EHS trainingWear the required PPE at all timesTake personal responsibility for keeping yourself and your co-workers and visitors free from injury by participating in and/or conducting risk assessments, work place inspections, corrective actions and safety observationsReport incidents, near miss, unsafe conditions, unsafe acts and other hazards in the work place. STOP WORK when imminent danger is presentMaintain work area in a neat and orderly fashion and keep equipment in proper working conditionEducation and/or Relative Experience:High school diploma or general education degree (GED); six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:None RequiredEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.