Machine Operator - Lippert

Classification:
Non-Exempt

Salary Grade/Level/Family/Range:
Hourly

Reports to: 1^st Shift Manufacturing Manager

Date: 11/06/2024

1^st Shift – Vertical Furnace Inspector

Who We Are:

Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle and building products industries.  We combine our strategic manufacturing capabilities with the power of our winning team culture to deliver unrivaled customer service, award-winning innovation and premium products to all of our customers.

Why We are Different:

At Lippert, Everyone Matters. This is not just a tagline or empty promise; it is who we are.  We have intentionally created a culture that values and celebrates our team members’ unique and varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.  We strive to give our team members a deeper sense of purpose at work, and we continue to build a better work environment by aligning our cultural and business strategies with the needs of our team members.

What You will Get:

1. A unique, inclusive and supportive company culture.
2. Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, vacation, and more!
3. Fair and competitive compensation.
4. Career development and mentoring and opportunities to grow.
5. Holiday, personal and vacation days.

VERTICAL FURNACE INSPECTOR                                                                             

Under the directions of the Manufacturing Manager, incumbent is responsible for the quality inspection of curved tempered glass.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

DUTIES

• 100% Inspects for imperfections in glass including form, size, scratches, edgework, chips, supplier defects, cracks, rubs, mold marks determining what is passable per glass specifications.
• Observes optical distortion assuring glass meets standardized requirements.
• Performs regulatory testing in compliance with work instruction requirements to assure proper tempering requirements are met.
• Verifies that all glass produced complies with customer requirements as specified on customer work order and mylar.
• Correctly completes production and quality assurance paperwork as required.
• Builds hanger set-up in appropriate and timely manner to achieve highest, quality yield possible.
• Changes and sets up molds as necessary.
• Installation of air templates and set-ups.
• Set up and installation of tong boards.
• Helps to determine the root cause of various defects and works in a team role to help eliminate the cause if possible.
• Records every run to ensure that appropriate paperwork has been accurately documented.
• Performs preventive maintenance duties as required.
• Reads and follows all packaging specification sheets for inside and outside customers when available.
• Observes and adheres to all safety related rules and procedures.
• Assisting in departmental housekeeping, maintaining a clean and orderly workstation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of industry standards including pattern size, warp, distortion.
• Ability to assist in furnace changeovers:
• Ability to understand quality standards associated with each application.
• Ability to use tape measure and understand specification sheets.
• Must have ability to do simple calculations.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• Good physical condition / Good visual aptitude.

DIFFICULTY OF WORK

The work consists of simple and relatively standardized inspection processes.  The understanding and ability to make practical application of the above requirements is essential to the operation to ensure the production of quality products.  A significant degree of care and skill is necessary to ensure that the process continues, and product delivery occurs, with minimal amount of disruption to production. 

PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS

Close communication between incumbent and Operator is necessary to ensure quality and quality production of glass.  Incumbent also has contact with other plant employees.  The purpose of these contacts is to exchange information regarding specific processes within the line and to maintain production standards and goals and to work effectively as a production team.

RESPONSIBILITY

To ensure that all glass is inspected, and deficient product is caught before proceeding to Shipping.  Work is reviewed throughout the process and upon completion for quality of production.  Operators are made aware of out of specification material in a timely manner so resolution can be made with minimal scrap.   Errors made in the inspection of glass may result in delays in production, safety concerns, scrap, re-work and dissatisfaction of customer expectation.

PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequent heavy lifting may be necessary while inspecting and packing glass.  Bending, stooping, squatting and reaching may be necessary to ensure quality inspection from all strategic locations and to pack and secure inspected products. Physical effort is exerted regularly for sustained periods and may include heavy lifting, pulling, pushing of material more than eighty (80) lbs. Job is fast paced and requires the ability to make good decisions quickly.

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: 1^st Shift Manufacturing Manager

SUPERVISION   This position does not supervise anyone.

LICENSE NEEDED   None

HOURS:  Monday-Sunday; 6:00am-4:00pm

Work Authorization/Security Clearance:  Must be able to pass EVerify.

AAP/EEO Statement:

Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law.  This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave-of-absence, access to benefits, layoff, recall, termination and other personnel matters.  All employment and personnel-related decisions are based solely upon legitimate, job-related factors, such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service with Lippert.

Lippert’s strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each individual team member.  Compliance with the letter and spirit of this policy is required of all team members.  Violations of this policy should be immediately reported to your leader or to any member of leadership.  Team members who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the Team Member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

DUTIES

• 100% Inspects for imperfections in glass including form, size, scratches, edgework, chips, supplier defects, cracks, rubs, mold marks determining what is passable per glass specifications.
• Observes optical distortion assuring glass meets standardized requirements.
• Performs regulatory testing in compliance with work instruction requirements to assure proper tempering requirements are met.
• Verifies that all glass produced complies with customer requirements as specified on customer work order and mylar.
• Correctly completes production and quality assurance paperwork as required.
• Builds hanger set-up in appropriate and timely manner to achieve highest, quality yield possible.
• Changes and sets up molds as necessary.
• Installation of air templates and set-ups.
• Set up and installation of tong boards.
• Helps to determine the root cause of various defects and works in a team role to help eliminate the cause if possible.
• Records every run to ensure that appropriate paperwork has been accurately documented.
• Performs preventive maintenance duties as required.
• Reads and follows all packaging specification sheets for inside and outside customers when available.
• Observes and adheres to all safety related rules and procedures.
• Assisting in departmental housekeeping, maintaining a clean and orderly workstation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of industry standards including pattern size, warp, distortion.
• Ability to assist in furnace changeovers:
• Ability to understand quality standards associated with each application.
• Ability to use tape measure and understand specification sheets.
• Must have ability to do simple calculations.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• Good physical condition / Good visual aptitude.

Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, protected veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law.  This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave-of-absence, access to benefits, layoff, recall, termination and other personnel matters.  All employment and personnel-related decisions are based solely upon legitimate, job-related factors, such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service with Lippert.

Lippert’s strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each individual team member.  Compliance with the letter and spirit of this policy is required of all team members.  Violations of this policy should be immediately reported to your leader or to any member of leadership.  Team members who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

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