Pressure Test Operator I (2nd Shift) at SMITHS TUBULAR SYSTEMS - LACONIA – Laconia, New Hampshire

Second Shift

3:15pm-1:45am Monday-Thursday

Description/Summary

Under the general direction of the Manufacturing Supervisor, this position is responsible for testing manufactured pieces based on specific PSI and time limits as outlined by our customers to ensure quality standards. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and with reasonable accommodation when necessary.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs visual and dimensional checks on materials, assemblies, tube details, components and finished products.
• Inspect and test components, parts, tube details, and assemblies to validate conformance to blue prints and instructions by customer and to company operating
• Determines appropriate fittings (feeds and caps) to perform the test
• Lifts, positions, connects, disconnects, and removes work pieces from pressure test tank
• Performs testing based on specific PSI and time limits as outlined by our customers to ensure quality standards
• Utilize tank interlocks and all safety mechanisms
• Observe test, inspect for bubble formation, seepage, or water droplets
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Consistently, regularly and predictably at work and on time
• Other duties may be assigned as needed

General Requirements

• Uphold organizational values of Passion, Integrity, Respect, Ownership, Customer Focus, & Ethics
• Takes a professional and tactful approach when interacting with co-workers, customers, and clients
• Possess and develop skills required for the position; including but not limited to basic math, understanding and interpretation of blueprints, use of precision measurement tools.
• Effectively communicate via spoken and written means, as well as in one-on-one and group settings
• Ability to accurately interpret and follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work independently as well as a team
• Ability to adapt to changing situations
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement; efficiency, safety, quality, production, and cost savings
• Ability to utilize applicable computer software programs
• Ability to apply common sense reasoning and problem solving skills
• Maintain and promote a clean, FOD free, and organized work area.
• Verifies and maintains accuracy of routers and other applicable documents for completeness
• Be safety-minded and follow all company policies, safety policies & procedures, and practice safe work habits. Such as, but not limited to; use of proper PPE, safe lifting techniques, and building security.
• Attend all meetings and trainings as scheduled

Education, Certifications, Licenses, & Registrations

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience Levels

Operator I – Able to complete the function of their designated product line

Operator II – Able to complete functions for all product lines, including skydrol

Operator III – Able to complete functions for all lines and is designated trainer