Finisher, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic, Manufacturing ​/ Production

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Full Time Other Operatives Valparaiso, IN, US

2 days ago Requisition

Task Force Tips, LLC. is an established manufacturer of firefighting equipment based in Valparaiso, IN. Our continuous improvement process ensures we help first responders save lives and protect property more safely and effectively than the day before. TFT is part of Madison Industries, one of the largest and most successful privately held companies in the world.

We are searching for a Finisher to support our Anodizing department. Our desired team member should be goal-driven with integrity, have grit and a passion for putting lifesaving equipment in the hands of our first responders.

Our Culture is Contagious! Come grow with us and be part of the TFT Proud Culture! Be a part of saving lives and protecting property by putting life-saving products in the hands of our first responders! View our video - TFT, a Firefighter Legacy

The Finisher is responsible for applying finishes to component parts used in our products and operating the equipment in the department. Communicate with the team to help connect and align with our company mission of helping to save lives and protect property.

• Operates finishing line equipment to apply finishes to component parts according to print specifications.
• Records production data.
• Racks and un-racks component parts.
• Runs parts according to the print and "recipe" specific to each part.
• Measures coating thickness.
• Keeps production equipment and work zone clean and orderly.
• Assists in the routine maintenance of production equipment.
• Measures and records wastewater quality.
• Measures and records concentration levels in various tanks.
• Disposes of waste material, if any.
• Proactively offers suggestions for the improvement of a product, process or practice.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

• Experience in metal finishing, plating, or anodizing processing is highly desired but not required.
• Ability to read blueprints and specifications is desired but not required.
• Adheres to departmental policies, procedures, and work instructions in accordance with the ISO
  9001 standard.
• Working knowledge of and ability to make practical application of OSHA and company safety precautions and procedures.
• Working knowledge of and ability to operate computer and applicable software.
• Effective oral communications with other company personnel, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities and disabilities.
• Ability to work alone and with others in a team environment with minimum supervision, work rapidly for long periods and work on several tasks at the same time, often under time pressure.
• Ability to regularly work scheduled hours including weekend and/or evening hours.

All Hires are subject to a background check and drug test

• Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance (Effective on the 1stof the month after hire.)
• Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Vacation & PTO Days
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401K plan and Profit-Sharing Plan
• Monthly Bonus
• Employee Recognition Program We appreciate our ALL STARS
• Off
  - Site Health Clinic
• On-site Fitness Center
• Tuition Assistance
• And more!

This position is open for midnight shift (11pm-7am)