Ball Joint Fabricator 1 - Progression 1

This position will assist in the successful fabrication of Arrowhead Products Ball Joint products.  It is a combination of the following jobs(s) Bellow Fabricator Trainee and Burn Down Operator.

• Set-up and operation of planish welds, burn down machine, material identity stamp machine, trim machines, rolling machines, seam welder, spot welder and all other machinery necessary for successful Ball Joint Fabrication.

• Set-up, light maintenance (such as tightening bolts, cleaning the machine, etc.) and operation of all bellows/ball joint fabrication machinery and equipment with minimal or no assitance.
• Must be capable of performing simple and repetitive operations such as telescoping.
• Will be familiar with the Arrowhead materials and Ply’s identity code.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               
• Will read, identify, record from blueprints, pick lists, and x-ray numbers for traceability documentation per job requirement.
• Responsible for assisting the department in the development of techniques to increase productivity, quality, and throughput of products and to share job knowledge in the department. 
• Will maintain work area and equipment in a clean, orderly, FOD-free fashion and adhere to all Safety standards.
• This job description is not all inclusive of all duties.  Other job duties consistent with the Ball Joint Fabricator Job Family within the new Job Family structure may be assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent; previous manufacturing experience may be substituted for education requirement.
• *Employees must bid into these classifications before progression is allowed to higher levels.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Demonstrate familiarity and proficiency with all machinery and equipment pertaining to bellows and ball joint fabrication and spring rating.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, work orders and production planing documents.
• Ability to use standard manufacturing measuring instruments such as calipers, pi tape,  micrometers, scales, height gauges, depth gauges, etc.
• Must be capable of working with tight tolerances such as or - .001”.
• Must be familiar with material and ply identity codes.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions; including production control and other production/engineering documentation.

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The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lift up to 35 lbs.
• Push and pull 35 lbs.
• Bend occasionally
• Sit, stand and walk frequently
• Talk and listen frequently
• Occasional use of computer monitor
• Constant exposure to manufacturing shop noise.

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The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.  Furthermore, this job description does not establish a contract for employment.  In compliance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) of 1990, the Company will make reasonable accommodations with those individuals with a disability as defined by the ADA.