Brazer (1st Shift)
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As a 1st Shift Brazer, you will be responsible for the local delivery and execution of the fit up, fabrication and brazing to vendors and managers in accordance with Johnson Controls principles, corporate policies and procedures, and plant operations. You will perform a variety of employment related functions for the ultimate purpose of enhancing employee engagement, safety and health, productivity and ensuring employee compliance with company policies in a manufacturing facility.
How you will do it
Successfully apply fit up, fabricate, and braze discipline into all standard models.
Position header parts in jigs or fixtures, securely clamping them for brazing.
Select and prepare brazing equipment, including the torch, filler rod, flux, and gases, based on material specifications.
Set up and connect regulator valves, hoses to oxygen, fuel gas cylinders, and brazing torch.
Adjust gas mixture and pressure to achieve the desired flame for brazing.
Guide the torch along the braze joint, applying the filler rod to create a strong and uniform metal joint.
Inspect braze joints for leaks and locate any necessary repairs within the unit assembly.
Operate manual and semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment.
Maintain safe work practices.
Conduct technical inspections.
Read and review blueprints and specifications; ensure drawings and specifications will function as designed in environment intended for use.
Ensure accuracy and completion of assigned tasks and projects.
Maintain detailed and accurate reports and documentation.
Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology, compliance, and repair/rework techniques.
Participate in training program as trainee/trainer as required.
Practice and promote 5S throughout facility and participate in Kaizen events.
Other assigned work as required.
What we look for
Must demonstrate the ability to pass both pre-hire and post-hire Vertical Downflow pipe brazing tests on a variety of metals, including but not limited to stainless steel, copper, and brass, within Johnson Controls - San Antonio.
Proven experience using various hand tools, machinery and equipment will be required to manufacture metal.
This position will work with supervisors and lead person to ensure continuous improvements in work cells, hitting quotas, brazing according to pre-set parameters using brazing procedures.
The ability to scan in and out of work orders and complete signoffs is a must.
Required to have strong knowledge and skill in operating all metalworking machinery.
Additionally, the Brazer will be required to read and understand production AutoCAD drawings, blueprints, work orders and other written instructions.
Required:
Follow Operation Description Sheet (ODS) and Training Documents
High School Diploma, GED or certifications
Follow All Safety Policies and Protocols
Quality Orientation
Effective Time Management
Positivity- energetic and wants other to succeed
Creative and Innovative Thinking
Development and Continual Learning
Problem Solving
Accountability and Dependability
Research and Analysis
Decision Making and Judgement
Operating Equipment
Ethics and Integrity
Planning and Organizing
Mathematical Reasoning
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Teamwork
Ability to give and receive feedback effectively
Strong attention to detail
Able to work well under pressure
Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally always
Preferred:
Brazing technical school certification
Experience with routine maintenance operations
Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in diverse working environments
Physical/Mental Requirements
Lifting 50 lbs. (occasionally), standing (constantly), walking (frequently), bending (frequently), climbing (frequently), crawling (occasionally), reaching (frequently), grasping (frequently), sitting (occasionally), connecting (frequently), pulling (frequently), reading prints (frequently), and exercising judgment (frequently).
Must understand and follow safety rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Vision corrected to 20/20.
Handling equipment (frequently).
Environmental Factors
Manufacturing environment - Exposure to noise, dirt, dust, cold/heat (indoor), and cold/heat (outdoor). Job hazards of working around heavy equipment and machinery.
The above description covers the most significant duties performed but does not exclude other occasional work assignments necessitated by business reasons which may affect production/operations to some degree.
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