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MANUFACTURE PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN 1 

MANUFACTURE PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN 2

JOB DUTIES:

• Responsible for manufacturing and assembly of dredge equipment and accessories
• Follows blueprints, guidelines, and /or diagrams to ensure product specification and tolerance levels are met
• Maintains required records of production and reports any inconsistencies or equipment issues following standard procedures
• Plan and layout work to meet production and schedule requirements
• Test products or subassemblies for functionality or quality by testing electrical, mechanical or integrated systems or equipment
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings
• Wire and assemble electrical components
• Assemble mechanical and hydraulic components
• Assist with troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical and electrical issues with equipment
• Operates production equipment and tools
• Provide advise or training to other technicians on proper operational procedures
• May assist with testing of equipment
• Inspects finished products for quality, adherence to specifications and proper functionality
• Collect hazardous or non-hazardous waste in correctly labeled barrels or other containers and transfer them to collection areas
• Troubleshoot problems with equipment, devices, or products to determine cause of operational problems or failures
• Assist loading and unloading of trucks and dredges
• Assist engineers in developing, building and /or testing prototypes or new products, processes and/or procedures
• Maintains clean, safe and organized yard, warehouse and paint shop
• Perform machine maintenance and repairs as needed
• Weld and fabricate components as need
• Sandblast and paint dredges as needed
• Assist in other areas as needed

MANUFACTURING APPRENTICE

JOB DUTIES:

• Perform general manual activities and tasks in a manufacturing environment.
• Production environment is indoors but is not climate controlled, working in ambient temperatures or similar elements for the entirety of the shift.
• Frequently exert physical effort in handling heavy objects (objects can weigh 50 lbs. or more), throughout the shift.
• Requires pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, and lifting of heavy objects (objects can weigh 50 lbs. or more)
• Operate machinery and tools to assist in the production process and facilities maintenance.
• Assemble and repair materials and equipment as required to perform assigned tasks
• Monitor and Inspect products for defects to ensure quality standards are met.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers to ensure efficient production and deadlines are met.
• Maintain a clean workspace, as well ensuring that the equipment is operating properly.
• Comprehension and adherence to verbal and written instructions.
• Perform duties as assigned.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized yard, warehouse, and paint shop.
• Assist with the assembly of dredges and other equipment.
• Perform machine maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Assist with loading and unloading of trucks and dredges.
• Sandblast and paint dredges as needed.
• Collect hazardous or non-hazardous waste in correctly labeled barrels or other containers and transfer them to collection areas.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Other – Assists in other areas as needed.

 REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF: Knowledge of welding techniques, tools, and equipment. Strong working knowledge of job site safety. Must have basic fabrication skills in cutting and fitting metals together for welding.

 ABILITY TO: Understand basic math and read a tape measure.

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Vocational training or prior experience with welding.

 EDUCATION Education equivalent to the completion of the twelfth school grade 

SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE Prior experience with metal fabrication. 

PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position. Lift 75lbs, work in warehouse environment subject to above and below average temperatures. Ability to stand for long periods of time

DESIGN ENGINEER

JOB DUTIES:

• Responsible for the design, development, improvement, and documentation of new and existing products
• Design products including all aspects of machine design including structural, hydraulic, and electrical.
• Update and review current product designs incorporating revisions that minimize costs and enhance product performance.
• During the design of new products, review current and past product designs, determine manufacturing methods and recommend modifications to improve manufacturability through fabrication and assembly.
• Evaluate costs of new parts and products to establish best suited components.
• Establish hose and wire configurations along with routings for assembly.
• Coordinate with shop personnel to ensure drawings are clear, designs are efficiently manufacturable, and designs are cost effective to produce.
• Provide technical support as needed with customers and co-workers.
• Follow safety standards and protocols.
• Simultaneously work on multiple projects as needed.
• Utilize 3D CAD to create part, assembly, and technical drawings along with bills of materials.
• Conduct FEA and/or CFD analysis as determined necessary.
• Work with suppliers and validate products to meet requirements.
• Create and update specifications and manuals for equipment.
• Provide support to Marketing and Sales as needed.
Other – Assists in other areas as needed.

WELDER

JOB DUTIES:

• Read information from blueprints, technical manuals or other documents.
• Set up fixtures, mount parts in fixtures, and perform mechanical assembly. This includes using hand and air tools such as wrenches, torque wrenches, impact wrenches, screwdrivers, hammers, etc.
• Use a hoist to lift and position large, heavier components and completed weldments.
• Set up, adjust, and operate MIG welding equipment to weld machine components.
• Remove components from fixtures, clean and check them for quality, and correct errors or deficiencies of weldments.
• Use a computer to check the location, inventory, routing of parts, and to record inventory transactions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Shop environment most of the time
• The shop environment includes: variable temperature and humidity, noise, and dirt.
• Physical hazards such as sharp objects, moving machinery, welding and other electrical equipment.
• Hazardous materials such as fuels, oils, grease, paint, solvents, coolant, pressurized gases, caustics, cleaners, and metals.
• Occasional outdoor work may be required.
• Work schedule may vary according to the needs of the job.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must have proficiency reading and interpreting welding drawings and diagrams
• Must have basic knowledge of mechanical and electrical principles.
• Must have knowledge in reading mechanical drawings and hydraulic diagrams.
• Must be able to perform general labor duties as required.
• Communicate with fabrication and engineering.
• Maintain orderly clean work areas, tools, equipment, and other supplies.
• Physically work on equipment assembling and troubleshooting components.
• Assist others in daily duties.
• Other duties may be assigned.

PREFERENCES:

• Welding and fabrication experience
• Experience with Mig and Flux Core welding process.
• Diesel, heavy equipment, or automotive technician experience
• Familiarity with marine and heavy equipment
• Machining experience highly desired

CNC MACHINIST

JOB DUTIES:

-Must be able to setup and operate CNC-Lathe and Mill, with live tooling.
-Knowledgeable in Haas and Doosan Controls
-Reading and interpreting technical blueprints and design models.
-Loading raw materials into the CNC machine.
-Choosing and loading the correct cutting tools for the job.
-Adjusting machine settings to the desired product specifications.
-Troubleshooting issues during the manufacturing process.
-Completing quality control tests during the manufacturing stage and on the final product.
-Cleaning and maintaining the machine.
-Measure and examine the effectiveness of completed products

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Adjusting and setting drills, mills, and lathes to ensure 100 percent accuracy. Knowledge of safety standards to avoid workplace accidents. Knowledge of schematics, machining, and CNC lathe.

ABILITY TO:

Read blueprints and technical drawings to set up machines based on specification. Ability to lift heavy objects. Ability to work independently and stick to a deadline. Ability to work after-hours when required. Ability to stand for extended periods. Strong attention to detail.

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or GED.

SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE:

Prefer 3 yrs experience operating and running Doosan lathe and Haas mill, but not required. Understanding CNC controllers. Previous work experience as a CNC machinist. Experience with precision measuring instruments, such as micrometers and calipers.

PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position. Lift 50lbs, work in warehouse environment subject to above and below average temperatures. Ability to stand for long periods of time.

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