First Shift Cut & Etch Technician - Pridgeon & Clay Inc

Are you looking for a challenging yet rewarding job that allows you to utilize your skills to their fullest potential? Do you want to join a team of hardworking, enthusiastic and creative people and enjoy working with a company that recognizes and embraces diversity? Do you take pride working with a company that is committed to being a great corporate citizen and playing a role in producing the highest quality products and services?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, then Pridgeon and Clay is the place for you...

Founded in 1948 by John Pridgeon and Donald Clay, we are one of the largest independent, value-added manufacturers and suppliers of automotive stamped and fine-blanked components in the United States.

Objective: TheCut & Etch Technician providesweld analysis and ensures its accuracy in an exemplary manner according to company and customer,

Qualified Candidates will possess the following Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous experience operating manufacturing machinery
• Experience using quality tools such as micrometers, calipers and gages.
• Proven mechanical inclination and general math and manufacturing knowledge through standardized tests
• Basic organizational, problem-solving, communication and customer service skills
• Ability to trouble-shoot machinery and lab equipment in order to resolve machine downtime
• Computer literacy
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• An excellent work record, including attendance, with availability for a flexible work schedule based on customer needs

Outstanding Candidates will possess the following Desired Requirements:

• Experience in a test lab environment
• Previous machine shop experience or shop classes completed
• Experience with welding
• AWS Certified Welding Inspection Certification

(Minimum requirements are updated annually to meet the demands of various positions; employees hired prior to the latest revision update may not meet all current requirements.)

Essential Functions:

Test Performance / Documentation:

• Perform cut and etchweld evaluations, torquetests,and pull tests with documentation as required by customer specified or nationally recognized standards.
• Collect and correlate test data and generate reports.
• Support production part approval process (PPAP) submissions material and testing requirements as needed.
• Comply and enforce laboratory policies,procedures, and instructions.

Lab Operations / Troubleshooting:

• Organize and maintain test equipment and test areas to optimize productivity.
• Perform necessary prep work, which may include operating a plasma-cutting torch, band saw, wet saw, microscope, andworking with chemicals and polymer mounts.
• Troubleshoot any machine or equipment problems and perform corrective actions as needed.
• Support projects as directed by the Engineering Team and Manager, driving on-time completion of testing according to timelines established.
• Communicate with customers regarding testing and subsequent results as appropriate.

Continuous Improvement / Lean Principles:

• Participate in and support lean initiatives such as continuous improvement events and problem-solving events, identifying and eliminating all types of waste. Assist Manager and the Engineering Teamwith data collection. Document cost savings, consolidate processes, and eliminate unnecessary operations.
• Suggest and implement ideas to increase personal and departmental efficiency.
• Anticipate problems and work to eliminate them before they happen.

Quality:

• Use and maintain quality tools such as calipers, micrometers, fixtures, thread gages and data sheets.
• Test parts according to company quality standards in a timely manner.

Safety / Organization:

• Safely use hi-lo and cranes, maintaining licenses, maintenance schedules, and inspection sheets.
• Follow all safety procedures, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), controls, safety devices and use of coolants.
• Identify potential safety issues and take appropriate action. Ensure the environment is free of avoidable risks, and report concerns immediately, taking appropriate action to immediately rectify and resolve.
• Maintain lab equipment and processes to Pridgeon & Clay standards.

Organization/Communication/Professionalism:

• Effectively communicate with co-workers and management personnel to enhance teamwork and communication initiatives.
• Provide necessary, accurate, and timely feedback of all pertinent information to co-workers and management.
• Consistently exhibitappropriate attendance habits, working the hours necessary to perform the job.
• Organize and maintain efficiency of personal work area.
• Consistently adhere to, and support, company policies and procedures, including ISO, IATF 16949, and safety regulations.
• Accept instructions and duties in a positive manner.
• Treat all co-workers with dignity and respect.
• Exhibit all the attributes of a positive role model (including professionalism, personal integrity, and positive attitude) for employees and managers to emulate.
• Assist in maintaining company values (Integrity, People, Customers, Safety, We Can If...Do What It Takes, and Ownership) daily, through thoughts and actions.

In return, Pridgeon and Clay will provide:

• A competitive total compensation including a comprehensive benefit plan including premium medical and prescription coverage starting at just $5.00 per week for employee coverage, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and tuition reimbursement.
• A safe, team oriented work environment with a leadership team that treats you like family and values your input
• An opportunity to participate in shaping the success of the organization through continuous improvement and problem solving events
• A positive work/life balance
• An opportunity for career growth - Over 70% of our leaders have been promoted from within