RO - PO III/Finishing, HY

Feb 6, 2025

Hydranautics: Oceanside, California, US

Regular Full Time

Hydranautics is a part of the Nitto Group of companies and one of the global leaders in the field of integrated membrane solutions. We offer complete membrane solutions like reverse osmosis, nanofiltration, ultrafiltration and microfiltration for water, waste water and process treatment and applications. Hydranautics membrane-based solutions are currently in use on seven continents throughout the world for diverse applications such as seawater desalination, industrial high-purity water, surface water treatment, waste water treatment and specialty process applications.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Under direct supervision, perform repetitive routine to moderately complex production operator duties including: material handling, equipment operation, process monitoring and control, testing and various other support activities within the Finishing area. Will perform specific production activities in the Finishing area, including Automated FRP Outerwrap, Trimming, Seal Carrier and Leak Test operations. 

 

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 FRP Outerwrap Operation:

  1. Confirms product does not exceed outer diameter dimensional requirements.

  2. Maintains consistency in the cosmetic appearance of the product.

Trim Operation:

  1. Verifies trim measurements using calibrated tools such as ring gauges, trim gauges, etc.

  2. Examines products for defects such as scratches, imperfections, general damage from core tube to element exterior.

Seal Carrier Attachment Operation:

  1. Places seal carriers at both ends of the element using calibrated tools such as ring gauges, core tube extension gauges, etc.

  2. Applies correct product label and serial number to appropriate element and ensures proper product color coded strips.

Leak Test Operation:

  1. Performs product inspections using air lines, leaf adhesives and visual spot-checking for bubbles on product; makes necessary repairs.

  2. Communicates with Lead and/or Supervisor any defects found during the shift.

APPLIES TO ALL:

  1. Loads and unload elements to manufacturing equipment and back to the element rack within/between FRP Outerwrap, Trimming, Seal Carrier and Leak Test operations.

  2. Ensures and verifies correct serial number present on all elements and recorded on appropriate documentation.

  3. Assists in training of new employees on standard operating manufacturing processes.

  4. Maintains a level of productivity set by production management including rework.

  5. Maintains work station resulting in a clean/safe environment using 5S lean manufacturing standards.

  6. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE:

  1. Six (6) months directly related experience in two (2) of the following areas: FRP Outerwrap, Trimming, Seal Carrier and/or Leak Test Operations, high school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 

  2. Understand and follow standard operating manufacturing processes and health, environmental and safety procedures.

  3. Read, comprehend and follow moderately complex oral and written instructions in English.

  4. Work in a detailed-oriented atmosphere with accurate record-keeping and outstanding follow through for production requirements.

  5. Ability to recognize numbers and millimeters symbols and perform basic mathematical calculations like adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing and ratios.

  6. Basic understanding of computers and a comfort working around computer-controlled machines.

  7. Ability to use equipment such as diameter gauge, utility knifes, measuring tape, etc.

  8. Ability to occasionally lift and carry items up to 50 pounds.

  9. Ability to occasionally lift items overhead up to 25 pounds
     

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Hydranautics offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.  We believe diversity is key to our competitive advantage and value the diversity among our employees. We are proud to be an EEO employer.