Assembler 1 (Plastic Welder)

IPS – RMB Products is seeking a Plastics Welder and Fabricator (High Purity) who is responsible for Fabricate plastic components and products utilizing drawings, measurement tools, shop tools and equipment Work at an appropriate pace ensuring quality product and quality requirements are met while meeting or exceeding productivity targets meeting the highest standards of RMB and customer specifications. 

About IPS: Integrated Polymer Solutions (IPS) is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced materials and engineered components, focused exclusively on high-value end markets such as aerospace, defense, medical, semiconductors, robotics, energy, and industrial applications. The group consists of 9 highly respected brands: AkroFire, ABBA Roller, Icon Aerospace Technology, IRP Medical, MAST Technologies, Northern Engineering Sheffield (NES), RMB Products, Rubbercraft, and Swift Textile Metalizing (STM). Our product range includes elastomeric seals, gaskets, tooling, hoses, ablatives, survivability tiles, coatings and tapes, EMI and thermal shielding, electrically conductive metalized fabrics, encapsulated O-rings, as well as polyamide foams and high-temperature thermoplastics for aircraft interiors. We also provide rotational lining for corrosion protection with seamless liners for pipelines and equipment, and additive manufacturing capabilities for advanced flight hardware production.   

Job Accountabilities:  

• Read, interpret, analyze, and follow basic blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, weld symbols, bills of materials, and other written instructions or procedures for exact specifications of output to accurately create quality products meeting customer expectation and industry standards
• Utilize and operate measurement tools such as calipers, pie tapes, height gages, and scales to fabricate components and assemblies as needed. Will set stops and guides to specified lengths a indicated by scale, rule, or template.
• Will use proper weld techniques (hot air and fusion welding), symbols, multiple machine settings, torch and plasma cutters, grinders, and other skills as necessary to perform welding to the highest standards and customer requirements - producing strong, clean welds
• Mix proper chemicals to create solutions for cleaning the product and hand clean the product if needed
• Test output to ensure strength and tolerance of welds. Perform quality work checks to ensure the product meets quality standards
• Inspect and measure work to ensure products are within print specification
• Maintain weld machines using preventative maintenance methods - continually evaluate weld machine performance and technology to improve cycle times. Troubleshoot malfunctions and perform repairs as needed
• Participate in continuous improvement activities such as PPI teams, lean initiatives, 5S, etc.
• Reviews work to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, safety standards, customer specifications, and RMB standard
• Recommend quality and productivity improvements where appropriate to increase customer satisfaction, quality delivery performance, and profitability

Job Specifications:  

Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent 

Years’ Experience:  0-2 years' of relevant experience

Skills:  

•  Be on time and be able to work assigned shifts
• Must maintain the confidentiality of all projects, customers, and RMB
• High level of mathematics skills 
• Certifications preferred or able to achieve certification: Forklift, crane, welding
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints, schematic diagrams, and shop orders/jobs to determine appropriate set-up, production methods, and sequence of operation
• Basic computer skills necessary to process work orders, retrieve electronic documents, and document results
• Work must be completed in accordance with the latest codes, standards, and practices of the industry. 
• Fabricate thermoplastic items per production order and computer-aided design (CAD) print associated with item
• Understand and meet quality goals and expectations
• Proficient with measurement tools, hand tools, and shop equipment
• Self-motivated, demonstrating the ability to work consistently and productively under minimal supervision in order to produce strong welds for a quality product
• Ability to communicate orally in the English language and in group, face-to-face, and one-to-one settings
• Report immediately to supervisor/lead/manager any and all problems, which may affect safety, equipment tooling and/or quality
• Requires a flexible and cooperative attitude, which includes when asked to perform other duties or tasks that are not listed within this job description but within the scope of this position
• Observe all safety procedures and wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, respirators, etc. as required
• Effectively process change through RMB feedback and reviews
• Ability to understand and follow instructions given out orally and in writing by High Purity Supervisor or customer expectations and requirements

• Standing: working with machinery
• Sitting: computer work
• Repetitive movement 
• Ability to operate a for-lift and overhead crane
• Lifting no more than 50 pounds alone and assisting in team lifts of more than 50 pounds
• Each employee is to fulfill the work schedule, work hours, and productivity expectations of their supervisor and RMB
• An employee is to comply with established standards, policies and laws applicable to our business
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Benefits:  

At Integrated Polymer Solutions, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.