Hydro-Dyne Engineering is looking for a Material Prep based in Clearwater, Florida. This position requires someone willing to learn and understand our products. HDE designs and manufactures a highly specialized proprietary product line servicing municipal and industrial water treatment facilities around the world. We take great pride in our engineering capabilities, extensive manufacturing expertise, and our superior commitment to customer service. Our ever-increasing market share affords us the ability to provide new opportunities for exceptional people.

Position Summary: Gather parts from pallets and use power tools, air tools, tumbler and tapping arms to complete the material prep process of the parts per the print given.

Responsibilities

• Grind, deburr and sand parts according to the drawing that is provided
• Look at part drawings to ensure finished product is correct
• Make sure that all parts are not sharp before going to the next department
• Tap holes to proper size using mechanical tapping arm indicated by drawing
• Remove parts from pallets and into baskets using racks/hooks
• Operate overhead crane to lift basket into chemicals
• Wipe down/dry parts after removed from chemicals and rinsed
• Clock in/out of travelers
• Transport parts on numbered pallets with pallet jack or forklift
• Record pallet location on paperwork before relocating to staging
• Works under immediate supervision and is not typically required to exercise independent judgment, but at times will be necessary
• Safety and security: is able to observe safety and security procedures and use equipment and materials properly
• Keep work area organized to maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Performs other duties as directed by Management

Competencies & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Mechanically inclined with the ability to learn and seek out new skills
• Ability to read, interpret, and explain all types of simple assembly and material prints and BOMs
• Knowledge of air tools, power tools, grinders, and hand tools
• General knowledge of shop machines and precision measuring tools
• Ability to follow instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and as a team, and within tight deadlines
• Extremely organized, acute attention to detail, and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
• Ability to safely operate (or learn to operate) a forklift, pallet jack and/or overhead crane while moving materials around the shop
• Comfortable working in a non-temperature controlled environment
• Ability to adapt to the work environment, deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events, while promoting a positive outlook
• Required to wear PPE equipment at all times while on production floor
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. repeatedly and remain on feet for long periods of time
• Extremely dependable; consistently at work and on time (notifies if late or absent prior to being late or absent), follows instruction, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance
• Excellent team member; driven to contribute to the team effort
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Continuously seeking and implementing methods to increase product quality, customer service, and company efficiency
• Displays a positive attitude
• Ambitious, outgoing, loyal and dynamic
• Respect for the Company’s resources; treats company equipment, funds, time and co-workers with respect

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, family responsibilities, disability, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Position Comp/Hours

• This is an hourly non-exempt position. Compensation is dependent on knowledge, experience and abilities. You must be able to pass a written test to be considered.
• First shift operates between 6:30am-5:00pm; second shift operates between 5:00pm-3:30am.

To apply, send your resume to careers@hydro-dyne.com.