Fusion tech

Summary

This is a skilled labor position that is directly responsible for becoming certified and proficient in performing various types of fusion of components for Plastics Fabrication Department.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Required to understand and follow all safety procedures
• Required to understand and follow work procedures as set forth by all ISO, ASTM, and DOT documentation
• Read and interpret blueprints whenever required by operation
• Required to be certified to perform fusions on various diameters and SDRs of PE Pipe and fittings. Fusions include up to three (3) of any combination of: manual butt fusion, electrofusion, or socket fusion
• Required to pass annual fusion re-certification examinations in order to remain qualified for this position
• Clean, label and box products in department as needed
• Responsible to maintain a safe working environment for all employees
• Requires regular attendance per the GFCP Attendance Policy and the schedule assigned by supervisor
• Required to understand and follow all company policies and procedures at all times
• Required to meet or exceed production standards of all work centers daily
• Required to maintain quality standards on all products daily including in process testing log sheets
• Assemble components as required by work instructions and SOPs
• Must be able to verify that all fusion equipment is in good condition and performing as designed
• Other duties as assigned
• Support and participate in the overall EH&S programs
• Adhere to ISO 9001 Quality, ISO 14001 Environmental, and OHSAS 18001 certification requirements

Required Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices and procedures within manufacturing environment
• Required to be or become ceritifed in various plastic fusion processes (manual butt fusion, electrofusion, or socket fusion) within 90 days
• At least 45 days of manual PE fusion experience
• Thorough, accurate, and works error free
• Able to select the proper component parts required for a work center
• Advanced knowledge of all fusion machines in the department
• Must be able to understand and utilize measurement tools that are specific to that area or product
• Must have good attendance record and employment in good standing (no final warning or suspension)
• May not have 3 or more non-conformances during a rolling 12 month period to qualify for this role

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Typical office/factory environment with possibility of exposure to heat in production areas
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. in a safe manner
• Clarity of vision and the ability to focus on a fast and repetitious operation for extended period of time
• Exposure to heavy equipment or components needed to produce product (safety toed shoes required)
• Exposure to sparks, chips and dust (eye protection required)
• Must be capable of maintaining a 40-hour workweek and working overtime as needed
• Must be able to perform repetitive motion. Examples: walking, reaching, bending, twisting, stooping, pushing, pulling, and standing for extended periods of time
• Exposure to machine noise levels (hearing protection required)
• Exposure to electrical and mechanical moving parts
• Exposure to extreme seasonal temperature conditions

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