Hardware Operator

JOB PURPOSE:

This position is responsible for installing various types of hardware (studs, standoffs, nut-certs, etc.) in or on sheet metal parts in accordance with furnished blueprints, specifications, and L&T workmanship standards. Prioritizes jobs based on production schedule and directions from superiors.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Reviews all documents relating to the job at hand.
• Selects appropriate machine, tools, attachments, and methods to obtain required result per blueprint and specifications.
• Performs mechanical assembly processes and installs hardware.
• Continually monitors run throughout the cycle, checking specifications are met, and is responsible for the quality of their work.
• Investigates and attempts to resolve problems with set-up, tools, and equipment.
• Utilizes automated, semi-automated, manual hardware installation and assembly tools as needed and performs setups based on process sheet and setup documentation.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirement, following manufacturer’s instruction.
• Ensures that machines and equipment are operating properly, and tooling is in good condition and stored properly.
• Report any safety or maintenance concerns to management immediately.
• Keep all work areas clean and organized.
• Commitment to all safety policies and regulations at all times.
• Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in sheet metal fabrication, hardware installation and mechanical assembly.
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience
• Some computer skills required to be trained on documents stored electronically and ERP system.
• Detail oriented and good communication skills.
• Able to identify/correct production issues.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating machine maintenance, and instruction and/or procedure manuals.
• Able to fluently read and understand engineering blueprints, specifications, process documents, operating machine maintenance, instructions or procedure manuals and inspection tools.
• Able to utilize all machinery with clear instruction and training.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

MEASURABLES:

• DPPM (Defective Parts Per Million)
• Performance to Schedule
• 5S and Safety

SUPPORTING COMPETENCIES (Behaviors):

• Solves Problems
• Drives for Results
• Demonstrates a Collaborative Style
• Pursues Personal Development

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• While performing duties of this job, the employees is regularly required to stand, use hands, and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hand and arms; and talk to hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to lift and climb balancing.
• Frequent walking, bending, lifting, and reaching.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) or protective gear on a daily basis.
• Occasionally exposed to risk OD electrical shock.
• Exposed to moving mechanical parts, humid condition, fumes, or airborne particles, flying metal burrs and chips and possible chemical irritants such as water-based coolants, hydraulic oils, degreasing soap and mineral spirit.
• Occasionally exposed to uncomfortable cold or heat.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• Exposed to hazardous equipment on a weekly basis.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire based on need, job requirements, and individual qualifications, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations we operate.