Thermal Spray Operator

Based in Akron (Barberton), Ohio, this Thermal Spray Operator role at Hannecard offers an opportunity to work in a professional and quality-driven environment.Thermal spray is a process that applies a coating to a surface by projecting fine particles in a molten or semi-molten state at high velocity.

We apply more than 100 different thermal sprayed materials, including metals, alloys, carbides and ceramics. Our thermal coatings do not only repair damaged components but also prevent wear, thus minimizing downtime and reducing maintenance interruptions.

Our thermal coatings provide a wide array of benefits, including:
• Improved wear resistance
• Corrosion protection
• Enhanced thermal resistance
• Smooth surface finish
• Extended service life
• Notable materials include tungsten carbide and chrome carbide

Main responsibilities:

• Operates thermal spray equipment to ensure excellent quality and efficient production.
• Operate and maintain lathe and blasting equipment. Monitors equipment to ensure proper functionality and performs minor repairs when necessary.
• Conducts quality control analysis, ensuring adherence to Hannecard’s quality manual, company procedures, work instructions, and specifications.
• Reviews drawings, instructions, blueprints, or samples to ensure accurate production and compliance with specifications.
• Plans the proper sequence of tasks to complete assignments efficiently.
• Sets up porduction jobs into fixtures and/or machines including masking of production pieces.
• Monitors production, making necessary adjustments to feeds, speeds and other machine settings.
• Maintains inventory of completed products and ensures proper documentation.
• Identifies and addresses defects, documenting or discarding non-compliant products.
• Maintains a safe, orderly, and clean workstation in compliance with company safety protocols.
• Contributes to team efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
  
   

Profile:

Education:

• Vocational training or apprenticeship preferred.

Experience:

• Mechanical aptitude with experience working with machine tools or mechanical assembly.
• Working knowledge of safety protocols.
• Welding experience preferred but not required.
• Thermal spray experience preferred but not required.

Competencies:

• Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Aptitude and affinity for mechanical concepts.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and safety.
• Willingness and ability to learn and take on new challenges.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions and production specifications.
   

 Performance criteria

• Quality and accuracy of completed work.
• Compliance with company safety and operational procedures.
• Efficiency in operating and maintaining assigned equipment.
• Contribution to team efforts and collaborative work environment.
• Timely completion of assigned tasks and adherence to production schedules.

Key links

Direct reporting in the scope of:

• Direct Reporting To: Thermal Spray Team Leader.
• Collaboration With: Team members across production, quality control, and operations.

Remuneration & Working Conditions:

• Competitive salary package based on experience and skills.
• Company benefits typically include medical and dental coverage.
• Standard working hours between 40-50 hours per week.
• Training provided to candidates requiring additional competencies.
• Opportunity for professional growth within an expanding organization