Foam Application Technician
Job in
Corry, Erie County, Pennsylvania, 16407, USA
Listed on 2026-10-11
Listing for:
Vertiv
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-11
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Machine Operator
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Set up, operate, and monitor FIP gasket equipment used to apply gasket material to doors, side panels, and other components.
- Operate the machine's PLC and control system, including selecting, creating, modifying, and saving jobs for various parts.
- Verify proper machine setup, job selection, material settings, and operating parameters prior to beginning production.
- Monitor machine operation and make appropriate adjustments to maintain consistent gasket placement and product quality.
- Understand machine set points and recognize abnormal operating conditions that could affect equipment, production, or product quality.
- Minimize material waste, downtime, equipment damage, and nonconforming products through proper process control.
- Set up, operate, and monitor FIP gasket equipment used to apply gasket material to doors, side panels, and other components.
- Operate the machine's PLC and control system, including selecting, creating, modifying, and saving jobs for various parts.
- Verify proper machine setup, job selection, material settings, and operating parameters prior to beginning production.
- Monitor machine operation and make appropriate adjustments to maintain consistent gasket placement and product quality.
- Understand machine set points and recognize abnormal operating conditions that could affect equipment, production, or product quality.
- Minimize material waste, downtime, equipment damage, and nonconforming products through proper process control.
- Identify and troubleshoot machine faults, alarms, error codes, and process issues.
- Perform routine cleaning and basic maintenance of the FIP system, including the application nozzle and associated equipment.
- Understand the three-component chemical system used by the FIP equipment and recognize conditions that may affect material flow, application, or gasket quality.
- Communicate equipment issues that cannot be resolved at the operator level to Maintenance or appropriate supervisory personnel.
- Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, work orders, and product specifications.
- Verify proper gasket placement, dimensions, measurements, and finished-product quality.
- Use calipers and other measuring equipment accurately.
- Apply strong math and measurement skills to ensure products meet established specifications.
- Identify and communicate quality concerns or nonconforming conditions.
- Monitor FIP chemical and material levels to ensure adequate supplies are available for scheduled production.
- Recognize material conditions that could negatively affect machine performance or finished-product quality.
- Communicate replenishment needs and material concerns before they impact production.
- Safely and effectively use hand tools and other equipment required for machine setup, adjustments, minor maintenance, assembly, and production activities.
- Assist with assembly and other production activities as needed to support departmental and plant requirements.
- Maintain awareness of production priorities and upcoming jobs to ensure required components are completed on schedule.
- Review work orders, production information, and schedules to anticipate upcoming requirements and prioritize work accordingly.
- Prepare completed products and materials for shipment.
- Complete required billing and shipping documentation.
- Verify shipment quantities and ensure the correct number of parts, skids, and components are prepared for each shipment.
- Locate jobs, work orders, components, and materials throughout the facility and determine their status when information is not readily available.
- Maintain awareness of incoming and outgoing truck schedules and shipping priorities.
- Coordinate loading, paperwork, shipment information, and other shipping requirements with truck drivers and internal personnel.
- Identify and resolve discrepancies involving work orders, quantities, material locations, and shipment requirements.
- Communicate effectively with Production, Shipping, Maintenance, Supervision, and other departments.
- Proactively identify upcoming production or shipping needs that could affect schedules.
- Maintain sufficient knowledge of related production and shipping processes to provide support…
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