PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN

Electroforming Technician 1

ORAFOL Precision Technology - West Henrietta, NY 14586

Overview

Salary Range $18.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Education Level High School Travel Percentage None Category Manufacturing

Description

Electroforming Technician 1 (Starting salary is $18/h)

Performs general electroforming activities including: electroforming, electroplating and product quality control.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for supplying high quality optical electroforms and to customers on-time.
• Will follow basic procedures that include cleaning, passivation, stripping and fixturing. Will inspect product to ensure product quality.
• Prepare tooling for electroforming process.
• Responsible for preventing any contaminants that may cause defects.
• Perform tanks stress testing.
• Shake down and fill Plating tank Anode baskets.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Accurately follow the schedule, inspects, or assists with inspection, enter production or quality data into the computer system.
• Communicates verbally and in writing on equipment status and any process problems.
• Enters all data and maintains records in relation to job function.
• Follows safety protocol in all activities; includes proper housekeeping, operation of all equipment in a safe manner, and proper handling and usage of any materials to ensure environmental protection.
• Work closely with department team leader and production schedules to complete tooling and development efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned or as the situation dictates

Additional Responsibilities:

• Follow prescribed safety guidelines in accordance to ORAFOL Americas Safety program; use required PPE.
• Maintains an optimal level of product quality. Adheres to ORAFOLs Quality and Environmental Programs.
• May work on related projects.

Qualifications

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma, Associates Degree Preferred.
• Must have good math and communication skills.

Work Experience:

• Entry Level Position: Training will take place on-site.
• Electroforming, electroplating, optics related experience preferred but not mandatory.

Aptitudes & Characteristics:

• Requires close attention to detail and a methodical approach to work process.
• Must has a positive can do attitude and a sense of accountability; takes initiative.
• Must be a fast learner, driven and self-motivated; with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Have a team orientated mentality.
• Ability to lift 50lbs.
• May be required to work overtime and on weekends.
• May be required to work late afternoon or early evening shift.