About the role
Job Summary
Performs all jobs int he assembly department: TP Welder, Post Burner, Heat Seal, Group Dropper/Off bearer and Material Handling. A Qualified bidder must complete one of the training manuals listed above.
Job Tasks
TP WELDER:*Uses a calibrator to check the gaps of tips for welding.*Aligns groups before the battery enters the welder and repairs any shorts (e.g. change separators).*Trims posts if they are too high.May manually shear test.*Keeps automatic shear tester working properly.May need to lift and move batteries weighing over 75 lbs.*Responsible for changeovers of short tester, welder, shear tester, heat seal leak tester, pin stamp and robot.*Makes minor repairs.Adjusts the machine for each different type of battery.POST BURNER:*Visually inspects all covers to see if posts are properly inserted.*Uses post molds on terminals and uses a torch (must regulate flow of gas and air to obtain flame of specified temperature) and lead sticks to melt lead to make a solid post on mold.May put on a cast terminal prior to burning.May ladle molten lead from kettle into post mold.*Flips batteries on Epoxy lines.*Responsible for the set up and operation of date coder and leak tester.*Responsible for the set up and monitoring of the air checker.*Marks batteries with chalk for re-work.HEAT SEAL:*Places covers on case.May use manual shear tester.*Makes minor repairs and adjustments to the Heat Seal Machine.*Assists in changeovers of product type.May trim posts.May use hand truck to carry covers to the work area.May lift boxes of case lids.*Adjusts temperature as required using gauges on the machine.* Visually inspects battery for defects prior to heat seal process.* Visually checks for proper polarity before installing cover.GROUP DROPPER/OFF BEARER:*Inserts groups into cases according to prescribed polarity.*Loads and helps align cases on assembly line.*Visually inspects and repairs separators and plates.*Vacuums all empty skids and racks.May assist in short testing.*Puts vent caps on covers.*Takes completed storage batteries off the Assembly line and stacks on skids.*Assists in putting batteries through air tester and date code stamping.*If needed, removes damaged batteries (weighing up to 85 lbs.) from Assembly Line and places on battery repair skid.*Prepares inventory cards with date, type, amount of batteries, and number of skids.Processes up to 5000 batteries a shift depending on type of battery.Any lifting over 50 lbs. requires assistance.MATERIAL HANDLER:*Visually inspects and cleans electric truck (responsible for first in, first out).* Reads work orders or follows oral instructions to move materials or containers.Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, and shelves.Conveys materials between storage, work sites, and designated areas using a hand truck, or other device.Attaches identifying tags or labels to materials or marks information on cases, bales, or other containers.Wraps full skids of dry batteries.Is responsible for efficiency in keeping operators supplied with materials and maintaining a safe driving record.Supplies next shift with cards, rags, tags, lids, etc.Prints manifests which include invoices.*Maintains regular attendance.*Ability to work mandatory over time.Performs other duties as requested by Management.Responsible for producing a high quality product.Responsible for proper hygiene, housekeeping, and safety practices.Equal Opportunity Employer/VEVRAA.*These tasks are considered essential elements of the job.
Qualifications
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or GED, READING REQUIREMENTS: Basic Reading, MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Basic Math (adding, subtracting, dividing, multiplying), COMPUTER SKILLS: Ability to interact with computer screens, REASONING SKILLS: Ability to evaluate, MECHANICAL SKILLS: Hand Tools, MECHANICAL SKILLS: Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot startings and stopages of machinery, COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Ability to communicate with Co-workers
Blood Testing
Monthly for 1 month upon hire/transfer then every 12 months unless blood lead or lead-in-air values exceed EPM trigger for more frequent testing
Physical Demands
AMOUNT OF WALKING: Constant, STANDING: Constant, STOOPING/BENDING/SQUATTING: Occasional, TURNING/TWISTING: Frequent, KNEELING: Varies, CROUCHING: Occasional, NECK UP/DOWN: Frequent, NECK SIDE-SIDE: Frequent, LIFTING HEIGHTS: Occasional to chest, LIFTING: 51-75 lbs: Varies, > 75 lbs: Occasional, CARRYING: 51-75 lbs: Varies, > 75 lbs: Occasional, PUSHING/PULLING: Varies, REACHING: ABOVE SHOULDER: Occasional, BELOW KNEE: Occasional, EXTENDED FORWARD: Occasional, GRASPING/HANDLING: Constant, HAND CONTROLS: Varies, FOOT CONTROLS: Constant, VISION: COLOR, DEPTH, FIELD NEAR & FAR: Constant, OTHER: Pushes 100-400 lbs on a conveyor, DISTANCE TO CARRY: Up to 10 feet
Pre-Employment Screening Lead
Safety Equipment
Safety Glasses, Safety Shoes, Uniform, General Purpose Gloves
Training Manual Required Floater Assembly
Work Environment
NON-WEATHER HEAT: Varies, WORKS NEAR MOVING MECHANICAL PARTS: Constant, WORKS WITH CHEMICALS: Varies, WORK WITH FUMES/DUST: Varies, VIBRATION: (WHOLE BODY/ARM/HAND): Frequent, NOISE: Varies