Production Associate - 1st Shift

· Visually inspects production fixtures, spreader bars, lift tables, dumpers, spinners, hoists, chains, and hooks to insure proper repair, and baskets for productivity and safety.

· Utilizes an air wand and other methods to blow off the zinc needles and remove excess zinc.

· Confers with supervisors to report material conditions that could result in production, quality and safety issues.

· Operates hoist to lift materials out of zinc kettle.

· Inspects materials for runs, for sags, for drips, for bare areas, for holes, smothered spots, etc.

· Moves material to and from storage and production areas, loads docks & delivery vehicles by forklift, hand and other equipment when properly trained to do so.

· Receives written or oral instructions for work assignments.

· Determines applicable material and equipment needs.

· Attaches tags to material and/or marks them with pertinent information.

· Hangs/takes down racks of material using specific training methods.

· Performs general housekeeping duties such as sweeping and picking up discarded material.

· Cleans material as specified by the customer.

· Reports material conditions that could result in production or customer problems to lead and/or supervisor.

· Assists in proper loading of customer material

· Tracks all orders.

· Counts, marks, tags all order specs including parts, customers and job numbers.

· Weights all completed jobs and/or parts.

· Maintains a clean kettle for maximum production that meets quality standards.

· Skims ash from the top of the kettle during the galvanizing process to remove residue.

· Scoops the bottom of the kettle after product galvanization to remove contamination/residue that has settled.

· Observes entire process to confirm adherence to plant standards that result in high quality end products.

· Removes basket from kettle after basket is cooked off and skimmed.

· Moves basket into spinner shield, ensures everyone is clear and spins material for approximately 5 seconds.

· Stops basket from spinning, moves basket to dumper and unhook using shovel. DO NOT USE FINGERS!

· Returns to kettle hooking next basket and pulling rod from basket to repeat the spinning process.

· Maintains a clean and safe working environment.

· Assists in general housekeeping, including emptying mud pans, pumping pits and blowing down the boiler.

· Performs other duties as assigned

Safety Responsibilities/Expectations

· Maintains a clean and safe working environment.

· Wears required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.

· Uses all PPE properly for its intended purpose.

· Inspects all equipment for wear/tear including any thinning or cracks of chains and report issues to your supervisor, the plant manager, and/or officer manager immediately.

· Follows all safety rules outlined in safety manual or discussed during orientation and meetings.

· Reminds co-workers of safety rules and PPE requirements when they are not adhering to the requirements.

· Reports safety violations to supervisor, plant manager, and/or office manager immediately.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Teladoc Virtual Care
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Emergency Medical Insurance (MASA)
• Paid time off
• Birthday Pay