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Company Description:

Orenco Systems, Inc. (subsidiary of Infiltrator Water Technologies) is a manufacturer of innovative onsite and decentralized wastewater collection and treatment technologies. Solutions include community collection systems, advanced secondary treatment systems, watertight fiberglass tanks, and in-tank pumping and filtration systems. Orenco also manufacture high-quality standard, custom, and OEM controls, along with state-of-the-art fiberglass buildings, tanks, and enclosures.

Infiltrator Water Technologies is a market leader within the onsite wastewater treatment industry, Infiltrator manufactures a variety of revolutionary products and innovative, environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional stone and pipe leachfield and concrete septic wastewater system components. We sell our products through wholesale distribution across the United States and Canada for use on properties with onsite wastewater treatment systems.

Apply through Express Professionals at:

https://www.expresspros.com/us-oregon-roseburg

Internal applicants apply through Orenco's internal job board at:

https://orenco.applicantpool.com/internaljobs

GENERAL POSITION SMMARY:

This is an entry to intermediate level position that exists to produce Orenco products. A successful OMT (Orenco Manufacturing Tech) will move with a sense of purpose and urgency from task to task, be cooperative, demonstrate drive/self-motivation, stay positive in the face of difficulties, make good use of work time, work well with other team members, and retain information.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & KRA:

> Safety/Culture

• Continuously maintains Orenco Management's safety, cultural, and professional standards.
• Promotes, encourages, and reinforces a positive safety culture, safe practices, and a safe work environment to all employees.
• Loads or fills molds with appropriate raw materials, pays attention to detail.
• Reads production drawings and assembles various subcomponents into finished products using epoxies, glues, resins, screws, nuts, and bolts.
• Trims, sands, grinds, drills, and/or routers fiberglass parts into accurate finished products.
• Recognizes part defects and makes appropriate repairs.
• Uses PPE (personal protective equipment) in the correct manner and performs proper chemical storage and labeling.
• Follows all safety rules diligently.
• Uses power tools in a safe manner, maintains equipment, and cleans work area on a daily basis.
• Pays close attention to detail when completing any task.
• Follows SOP's (standard operating procedure) and MOP's (machine operating procedure) in all areas.
• Uses tablet and computer to enter and retrieve data.
• Keeps Lead Technician and Supervisor informed of any material, equipment, safety, or quality issues.
• Reads and interprets work orders, completing projects in preparation for shipment using manufacturing drawings and established SOP's.
• Sets up and uses various jigs and fixtures.
• Boxes, packages, and labels various finished products in preparation for shipment.
• Empties shop trash cans and cardboard bins.
• Operates the cardboard compacter when needed.
• Work to be done during manufacturing business hours, which may include an occasional early and/or later shift as needed. Occasional overtime may be required.
• Regular, consistent, and predictable attendance is required.
• Performs other duties as assigned in any area assigned.

> Systems Production

• Cuts various lengths of PVC, Polyethylene, and ABS (Acrylonitrile- Butadiene-Styrene) pipe, tubing, sheets, and Polyester filter fabric in the manufacture of various components and finished products.
• Drills, saws, grinds, sands, sews, and welds fiberglass, PVC, ABS, and Polyethylene pipe, tubing, sheets, miscellaneous fittings, components, and Polyester filter fabric.
• Dispenses and applies methacrylate adhesive, superglue, and various PVC cements in the manufacture of various components and finished products.
• Grinds, trims, and reams other finished products in preparation for shipment.

EDUCATION:

No minimum required

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

• Less than one year of experience in Orenco Manufacturing shops.
• Completion of the two-hour Emergency Response & HW (HazWopper) Training, and annual follow up training is required.

Training description: Emergency communication, alarms, and evacuation routes, contingency plan implementation/emergency response procedures, emergency equipment use.

Hazardous waste management - handling and storage rules.

• Good communication and team building skills.
• Ability to be flexible and adjust to priority changes with little notice and to remain calm during confrontational or high-pressure situations.
• Ability to use sound judgement and follow-through in problem-solving and decision-making processes.
• Ability to follow instructions, work quickly, efficiently, independently, and as a team member.
• Ability to use and read a tape measure.
• Ability to prioritize, schedule, and perform multiple tasks to make efficient use of available time.
• Effectively communicates mechanical and/or electrical problems as well as part quality issues with Lead Techs, Maintenance Techs, Product Development and Engineering staff.
• Consistently meets production standards.
• Keeps work area clean and free of safety hazards.
• Attends and participates in team meetings.
• Is familiar with and able to follow approved safe handling and storage procedures for various composite chemicals.
• Distinguishes differences in materials of similar type, look, and feel.
• Basic math skills with the ability to use a calculator.
• Basic computer ability.
• Ability to be trained and safely operate various power tools and other equipment.
• Effectively communicates safety issues and concerns.
• Avoids disruptive behaviors that negatively impact the team.

TOOLS & EQUIPMENT

Adhesive Sprayers

All Shop Saws

Allen Wrenches

Anver Lifts

Battery Operated Punch

Broom

Caulk Gun

Chalk Lines

Chemical Dispensing Equipment

Chop Saw

Circular Saw

Clamps

CNC Router

Crimping Tool

Cup Gun

Digital Caliper

Drill

Drill Press

Fixtures

Forklift

Grinders

Hammer

Hand Bander

Hand Buffer

Hand Router

Hand Tools

Hand Truck

Heat Gun

Hose Cutter

Infusion Molds

Jig Saw

Jigs

Ladder

Level

Lifts

Load Turners

Molds

Overhead Crane

Paint Gun

Pallet Jack

Plumbing Hardware

Pneumatic Grinder

Pneumatic Sander

Pneumatic Tools

Power Washer

Printer

Razor Knife

Resin Pump

Router

Sanders

Scanner

Scissors

Sewing Machine

Sheeter

Shovel

Table Saw

Tablet

Tape Measure

Ultrasonic Welder

Vise

May be required to operate a pallet jack and/or standup forklift, both require certification prior to authorization

to operate.

Apply through Express Professionals at:

https://www.expresspros.com/us-oregon-roseburg

Internal applicants apply through Orenco's internal job board at:

https://orenco.applicantpool.com/internaljobs

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Indoor/outdoor production environment involving exposure to chemicals and dust. Some tasks may be performed in Alternate Entry or true Confined Spaces. Respirators may be required for most jobs and are required for certain, very specific job duties within the class. Employee must be medically certified and receive proper fit testing and training before use. Protective equipment such as Tyvek suits, dust masks, ear protection, and gloves are provided. Forced air hoods are not required but are available for use in the grinding area upon request. These do not require a medical evaluation or fit testing but do require a one time training on use and maintenance.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Seeing, speaking, hearing, reaching, pushing, pulling, grasping, holding, repetitive use of hands, twisting, squatting, bending, stooping, climbing stairs and ladders, and long periods of standing and walking on concrete floors. Regular job duties require frequent unassisted lifting of 20-50 lbs. and occasionally up to 70lbs. Lifting over 70 lbs. must be assisted.