Filament Winder Production Operator; FWPO

Position: Filament Winder Production Operator (FWPO)
OVERVIEW:

The primary purpose of the FWPO III is to ensure that all processes are maintained per the standards while winding a mandrel. This area of work is the most crucial in terms of the critical process requirements, overall quality of the module and total output of the production process. As a member of the RS team, this position will support an organizational culture that cares for other's well-being through best practices in Health and Safety, in addition to the company's values of respect, integrity, quality, teamwork and professional growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Complete knowledge of the wet-out box operations as per operational work instruction

* The ability to assist in trouble shooting the Filament Winding Process

* Perform a wet-out box, front bar assembly and rear roving comb change once a week or as needed

* Perform Wet-Out box "stringing" of roving's

* Perform tension tests after every wet-out box change

* Responsible for cleaning, care and maintaining the winding room tools and equipment throughout the shift

* Responsible for Winding-Room cleanliness and to maintain a Safe and Clean work environment.

* Inspect and evaluate all modules during a wind cycle to ensure quality and process standards are being met and any manufacturing defects are responded to

* Ensure the winding room is production ready for the next shift

* Assist Quality Assurance by providing required Cup Tests at the beginning of each shift.

* Adhere to all QC Alerts, changes to the process and their issues

* Adhere to all Safety procedures and PPE requirements

* Report all equipment related issues to the Production Supervisor

* Ensure proper inventory of materials to perform the job

* Assist the Engineering Department in the research, trial/development, selection of new processes and equipment to improve the production process

* Assist in training and cross training of production team members

* Participate in continuous improvement activities

* Comply with all Company Safety rules, Provincial and Federal Rules and Regulations

* All other duties as assigned including to be Cross Trained in other Production related positions

TRAINING /

QUALIFICATIONS:

* High School Diploma

* Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills an asset

* Strong communication and teamwork skills required

WORKING CONDITIONS:

* Industrial production environment

* Hot & humid areas within the plant

* Physically demanding tasks

* Personal Protective Equipment required i.e Respirators, Chemical Suits and Gloves

* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

* Interaction with heavy machinery, moving equipment and limited movement of chemicals within the production area