Job Description



Job Summary

Expansion Technician will be responsible for technically maintaining production in a defined area of the facility. This would include troubleshooting and correction of process failures, overseeing expansion line setup, insuring best practice sheets are being recorded properly.



Job Responsibilities


Expansion Dev Technicians should be technically competent in running multiple materials, and process configurations. To be considered for Expansion Technician, a candidate would be required to meet the following minimum list of requirements. Meeting all of the requirements below does not insure promotion to the position described. A number of other factors such as work ethic, attendance, and communication skills will be evaluated.

Expansion
• Proper oven setup to include endcap and die installation with the correct number of dies
• Proper input specification and inspection
• Proper PTFE die selection.

o Jumper size selection and placement
• Proper pusher setup specifics and troubleshooting
• Understand proper FEP/FP shrink back procedures

o Recovery procedure

o Stability test

o Fluoropeelz peel test

o Longitudinal change calculation

o Calculated air
• Proper endcap and die installation.
• Proficiency running FEP 1.3:1 to 2:1, including multiple sizes with proper setup.
• Proficiency running Fluoropeelz 1.3:1 to 2:1, including multiple sizes with proper setup.
• Proficiency running Peek Shrink
• Proper heat shrink finished good inspection
• Process documentation and notes properly completed and organized daily.
• In depth understanding of Expansion troubleshooting guide(s) - defect/failure identification as well as determination of cause

o Blow outs.

o Dips

o Rec ID out of spec

o Exp ID out of spec

o Longitudinal change out of spec

o Peeling off track


NOTE: This list may have additions or subtractions made at any time. Zeus reserves the right to add, remove, or substitute requirements at any time based on business conditions, changing technology, or other business needs. Additions and subtractions are directly communicated to the Technician seeking competency completion.

Must meet the Technician proficiency within 18 months from start date. If training is incomplete within 18 months then the employee may be disqualified from proceeding in the Technician program and will return to manufacturing shop-rate pay.



Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year hands on experience in operation of FEP/FP expansion line
• WorkKey Score Requirements:

o Math - Score needs to be a 4 or greater.

o Reading - Score needs to be a 4 or greater.

o Locating Information - Score needs to be a 4 or great.
• Wiesen score of 40 or better from Entry Level
• Ability to work in a team environment.



About Us



Zeus Industrial Products, headquartered in Orangeburg, South Carolina, is the world's leading polymer extrusion manufacturer and material science innovator. More than 50 years of experience in medical, aerospace, energy, automotive, fiber optics, and more allows us to set the bar high.


Zeus is a great place to work. Expectations are high; our work is meticulous and very precise. Zeus offers an opportunity to join a very successful, family-oriented team. Our products are cutting-edge, our process is unique, and our quality and customer focus are second-to-none. We are a leader in our field and have great relationships with our customers and team members. Many of our team members are the best at what they do in the world. Our customers are leaders in their fields. Our products help save lives.


Continuous Improvement is a way of life at Zeus. Successful candidates will have a desire and ability to take our manufacturing process to the next level. Expectations are high; our work is meticulous and very precise. You must possess the ability to work independently; and the desire to learn a variety of skills. The ability to communicate clearly is imperative, as is the ability to manipulate data using various software packages.


At Zeus, what we do matters, and we pride ourselves in "Turning polymers into possibilities." Expectations are high; our products are cutting-edge, our process is unique, and our quality and customer focus are second-to-none.


Our employees and our customers are at the center of everything we do. Those relationships have been built on a foundation that is supported by our Mission and Vision:


Our Mission: Provide Solutions - Enable Innovation - Enhance Lives


Our Vision: Working Together - Doing It Better


Zeus is an exciting, innovative company that offers competitive pay and a great benefits package. As we continue to push the boundaries of polymer science, we're constantly in need of new ideas, new expertise, and new team members. Are you ready to join us?
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