Lagging Technician

PELLA SITE 300 SE 14TH STREET PELLA, IA 50219, USA

Lagging Technician

Precision Pulley & Idler (PPI)

Non‑Exempt, Grade 1, Full‑Time,

Travel Required:

0‑5%,

Reports To:

Supervisor, Revision Date:
October 2024, FLSA: non‑exempt.

Perform different jobs, including but not limited to utilizing the saw, installing lag on pulleys, producing defined quantity of parts and components according to company and customer specifications.

More specifically, the employee owner will:

• Load and unload parts and components onto carts.
• Lay out grooves for patterns including but not limited to herringbone, diamond, and chevron and cut grooves at proper depth and angle.
• Assemble & disassemble extruder head, clean out barrel and head of extruder for white compounds and apply lagging, making the necessary adjustments to the extruder.
• Load and close autoclave and wrap pulleys to ready for the autoclave.
• Keep accurate record of pulleys, lagging weight and transfer locations.
• Keep supervisor informed of any known materials that should be ordered.
• Verify accuracy of parts and components according to company and customer specifications using various measuring instruments.
• Use and understand various paperwork, including schedules, prints and tech standards.
• Perform other jobs in the department including but not limited to grooving, wrapping pulleys, extruding, and sandblasting.
• Perform routine maintenance and housekeeping in lagging area including but not limited to sweeping, mopping, cleaning tools, machines, visual inspections, and other related accessories.
• As business needs arise, complete assignments in other areas and related task assignments in work areas under the guidance of lead or supervisor.
• Continually participate in additional training related to the job.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Knowledge and understanding of various paperwork including but not limited to prints, tech standards, and schedules.
• Demonstrates the ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize effectively, multitask accurately, and execute successfully.
• Strong commitment to quality and working safety.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn processes.
• High level of time management and attention to detail required.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and with tight deadlines.
• Demonstrate regular, consistent attendance.

• High school diploma or a general education degree (GED);
• One to three months related experience and/or training; or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

None provided.

To perform this position successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following work competencies:

• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures;
  Uses equipment properly.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves issues in a timely manner.
• Communication Skills – Speaks clearly, listens and receives clarification, respond to questions.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction, and takes responsibility.
• Quality Assurance - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Ethics/Professionalism - Treats people with respect;
  Works ethically and with integrity.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee:

• Must be able to frequently stoop/bend.
• Must be able to regularly stand and walk.
• Must be able to regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, hear, talk, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assist available, and repetitively uses right and left hands for simple/light grasping.
• Must be able to hear customers, alarms of equipment, and to hear…