Parts Cleaner - Springfield, United States - Positronic Industries

Description

Job Description

Founded in 1966, Positronic is a progressive, global company that builds premium power and signal connectors for several industries, including medical, aerospace and military. We are located across three continents, and are looking for highly motivated, passionate people to join our team We offer an excellent benefit package, highlighted by low-cost health insurance, quarterly bonus program and a generous employee-match 401k retirement plan. Discover more at

Job Summary

The Parts Cleaner removes and cleans metal and fabricated parts for processing and recycling utilizing cleaning solutions, equipment, and machinery.

Job Responsibilities

• Cleans excess oil from soiled parts and scrape metal by means of centrifuges.
• Cleans and dries soiled parts and scrap metal utilizing Durr Echo Cleaning System.
• Counts parts for quantity control.
• Cleans floors, tables, drip pans, and machinery.
• Monitors and mixes cleaning solution tanks for consistency.
• Must work with the EHS department to ensure all local, state, and federal regulatory agencies requirements are met; OSHA, NFPA, DNR, EPA and Amphenol sustainability practices.
• Must work with the Quality department to ensure all quality standards are met for AS9100 certification.
• Comply with company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience: 1 to 3 months of experience or training.

Physical: Must be able to lift 0-35lbs. frequently. Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist, reach and reach overhead.

Shift: Second (M-F 2:30-11:00pm)

Knowledge

• English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

Skills

• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Attention to Detail -Being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Getting Information - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
• Handling and Moving Objects - Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
• Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others

Abilities

• Arm-Hand Steadiness - The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
• Control Precision - The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
• Manual Dexterity - The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
• Multi-limb Coordination - The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
• Near Vision - The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Oral Comprehension - The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Problem Sensitivity - The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.

POSITRONIC RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, INTERPRET, OR APPLY THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN ANY WAY THE COMPANY DESIRES. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES, INCLUDING ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS "AT-WILL." THE AFOREMENTIONED JOB REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE QUALIFIED DISABLED INDIVIDUALS.

Positronic is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. For more information regarding EEOC requirements please visit

Positronic Industries participates in the United States Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. The E-Verify program is a web-based employment eligibility verification system for newly hired employees operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

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