Second Shift Wheel Specialist

Description

Summary: 

Repairs   damaged alloy wheels of automotive vehicles such as automobiles, SUV’s, and   light trucks by performing the following duties successfully on a daily   basis:

Duties 

• Repairs damaged wheels following the AWRS remanufacturing process.
• Performs a specific duty at the respective workstation determined by the shop foreman/operations   manager.
• Must   have the ability to perform all other work station duties as required to   complete the job, such as:
• Cleans   wheels and completes the AWRS “check in” policy
• Removes/separates   the tire from the wheel. Checks for bends in the wheel.
• Checks   for structural damages in and around the mounting surface, lug nut holes,   valve stem area, spokes and barrel specifically looking for cracks.
• Processes   the ability to straighten a wheel.
• Must   be able to singe a wheel safely using the AWRS method for safety and know how   to use the Wheelabrator. 
• Must   be able to operate a sand blaster properly and safely
• Must   learn to weld a cracked wheel safely. Also repair the welded area using   abrasive tools.
• Will   learn to operate the lathe if he does not know how
• Will   learn to powder coat and paint wheels
• Must   be able and willing to teach/train your fellow employees the skill set you   possess at your workstation 
• Maintains   a clean and safe working environment in the entire reman center and   specifically your individual workstation. You may have more than one   workstation to clean daily. 
• Willing to compete all   other duties necessary to repair all wheels needing repair during your work   shift.

Requirements

 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. 

Education/Experience:
High school   diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related   experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and   experience. 

Language Ability:
Ability to   read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.   Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present   information in one-on-one and small group situations to employees of the   organization especially when needing to train a fellow employee.

Certificates and Licenses:
Certification   from AWRS Training Department for Wheel Repair excellence. 

Supervisory   Responsibilities:
This job has   no supervisory responsibilities. 

Work Environment:

While performing the   duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical   parts and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne   particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions and risk of   electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. 

Physical Demands:

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. 

The employee must   regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities   required by this job include Close vision, Depth perception and Ability to   adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is   regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel;   reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and   taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit.