Machine Operator (Galvanizer)

Job DetailsJob Location: PORTLAND, OR 97210Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $22.50 - $24.00Job Shift: DayJob Category: General LaborSchedule: Monday - Friday, 6:30am - 3:00pm ABOUT PORTLAND BOLT Portland Bolt & Manufacturing Co. has built its business success on a philosophy of unparalleled service, quality products, and on-time delivery. Established in 1912, Portland Bolt manufactures large bolts and fasteners for construction projects worldwide — including high-rise buildings, bridges, power plants, and stadiums. With facilities in Portland, OR; Bellows Falls, VT; Jordan, NY; and N. Augusta, SC, and products shipped to all 50 states, 10 Canadian provinces and territories, and 31 countries, we are a growing, global organization rooted in manufacturing excellence. POSITION SUMMARY The Galvanizer sets up, operates, and tends hot-dip galvanizing equipment to immerse steel parts in molten zinc for corrosion protection. Galvanizers typically start with foundational support tasks and train toward independently performing the full hot-dip galvanizing process, including pickling, spinning, and quality verification, as skill and experience develop. GALVANIZING OPERATIONS Sort completed parts into the appropriate container or packaging for the next process step; run parts through the Roto Blaster Determine material grade and mark or paint parts with the corresponding color code Load and mix racks and tubs effectively for proper galvanizing coverage and handling (proficiency builds with training and experience) Pickle and/or spin parts to remove excess zinc, including nonstandard or unique parts as proficiency increases Immerse product in cleaning and coating solutions for specified times; remove and inspect for conformance to specifications Clean dross from the zinc tank and pit; safely add chemicals and zinc in the appropriate amounts Determine whether galvanizing on a part or batch meets specification; troubleshoot causes of inadequate galvanizing as skill develops KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Monitor machine operation, adjusting or stopping equipment when problems occur Finalize and package products for shipment Operate and maintain machinery and production line equipment Operate overhead cranes and forklifts safely to move product and materials Follow established production guidelines and procedures Perform other duties as assigned SAFETY Follow all safety precautions and production safety guidelines at all times Safely work around and handle toxic or caustic chemicals used in the galvanizing process Operate safely around moving mechanical parts and equipment Inspect equipment and product for integrity and safety; report any anomalous conditions promptly Maintain a clean and organized workstation and production floor Wear required PPE at all times in designated production areas, including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and steel-toed footwear WHY PORTLAND BOLT Portland Bolt offers a competitive total compensation package including: Profit sharing quarterly bonus Medical, dental, and vision plans 401(k) with company matching Paid time off Free, onsite parking Onsite gym Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Company-paid Life and AD&D insurance Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or GED No prior galvanizing experience required — training provided; prior mechanical experience, general mechanical aptitude, or galvanizing experience preferred Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team; increasing independence expected as skills develop Understanding of basic units of measurement Ability to read a tape measure accurately to 1/16 inch Must become forklift certified through Portland Bolt within 90 days of hire Vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs independently; frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, and reach Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, and to work around heat, noise, vibration, and moving equipment Ability to work in occasionally wet or humid (non-weather) conditions and exposure to fumes or airborne particles