General Laborer Help prepare stainless steel parts for production by cleaning welds, operating passivation equipment, and pressure testing parts and assemblies. You’ll follow clear procedures, use appropriate personal protective equipment, and work with Production and Quality to meet safety, quality, and schedule requirements. What You’ll Do - Set up, operate, and maintain the TIG Brush system according to job requirements and safety procedures.
- Clean TIG welds to remove discoloration, heat tint, oxides, and other contaminants using the TIG Brush and appropriate cleaning fluids.
- Operate and monitor passivation tanks and related equipment according to standard operating procedures.
- Prepare parts for passivation by cleaning, racking, and placing them in tanks.
- Mix and test chemical solutions, monitor their concentration and effectiveness, and make adjustments as needed.
- Help produce clean, corrosion-resistant finishes on stainless steel and other metals.
- Inspect parts and welds before and after treatment for cleanliness, finish quality, and conformance to specifications.
- Set up and operate pressure testing equipment according to established procedures.
- Perform hydrostatic and pneumatic tests to detect leaks, verify performance, and confirm that parts, assemblies, and systems meet specifications.
- Monitor pressure gauges, readouts, and valves during testing.
- Identify, document, and report defects or failures found during inspections and testing.
- Accurately record process parameters, maintenance checks, and batch information.
- Handle hazardous chemicals according to OSHA safety standards and company policies.
- Wear required PPE and follow safety procedures throughout the workday.
- Clean and maintain the TIG Brush, brushes, leads, and other equipment. Perform routine maintenance and report malfunctions or safety concerns to a supervisor.
- Keep the passivation area clean and organized, including disposing of waste materials properly.
- Coordinate with Production and Quality to support workflow, part quality, and production schedules.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Bring - High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or trade school education preferred.
- Ability to read and follow technical instructions, safety data sheets (SDS), and process documentation.
- Commitment to safety when working with chemicals and hazardous materials.
- Strong attention to detail and positive communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to stay motivated, meet deadlines, and work well in a supportive, fast-paced team environment.
- Flexibility and willingness to cross-train.
- Prior manufacturing experience preferred, with one or more years in manufacturing, chemical handling, or metal finishing preferred.
- Experience with passivation, pickling, or other metal finishing processes preferred.
- Welding or metalworking experience is beneficial; TIG Brush experience is not required.
- Familiarity with hand and power tools is a plus.
- Ability to safely move around a manufacturing environment, stand for extended periods, and occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, push, pull, and twist.
- Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
How We Work Together We strive to create a healthy, respectful workplace through positive communication, listening to others’ concerns and ideas, and respecting confidentiality. We bring our values of Integrity, Trust, Creativity and Courage, Teamwork, and Excellence to our work each day. Attendance Requirements: Attendance on a regular, consistent basis is mandatory. Accommodations: If you need a reasonable accommodation under the ADA or other state or federal law to perform the essential job functions as listed above, you may request an accommodation in the interview process Pay Range: $19.50 - $20.50 per hour depending on experience.
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