Polisher

At Alfa Laval, we always go that extra mile to overcome the toughest challenges. Our driving force is to accelerate success for our customers, people and planet. You can only achieve that by having dedicated people with a curious mind. Curiosity is the spark behind great ideas. And great ideas drive progress.

Who you are

You are a self-motivated team player with the ability to work in line with Alfa Laval drivers: Action, Interaction, and Satisfaction. You are driven and see solutions rather than problems, effectively prioritizing and executing tasks.

About the job

Our Richmond manufacturing facility is adding a 1st shift Polisher to our lineup, and we’d like to hear from you. This position mechanically polishes components to support pump, valve, and PHE products that require 3A surface finish standards.  Responsible for completing the daily component unit schedule to meet product and customer requirements.

Hours: 6:00 am – 2:30 pm Monday through Friday, plus overtime as required

Base pay starts at $23.50 per hour (or higher based on experience)

As a part of the team, you will:

• Polishes sub components and/or executes the material processing within the facility composed of a limited number of pieces that require basic levels of product and process knowledge.
• Perform process setups and value add activities utilizing defined operating parameters, following all documentation to complete daily production demand within assigned team.
• Continuously build job knowledge through execution of Standard Operating Procedures.
• Develop the department in accordance with the Alfa Laval Production System participating in team performance and improvement meetings.
• Observes all company policies.
• Executes quality checks and inspections as needed.
• Other tasks as may be assigned.
• Cross train to support any and all departments or factory demands as needed.
• Lift raw materials, finished products, and packed items, manually or using lifts.

What you know

You have a high school diploma or GED, basic computer skills, an ability to lift up to 60 pounds, and preferably prior experience in:

• Production or warehouse environment
• Use and care of basic production or assembly hand tools and power tools
• Fork lift and/or crane operation
• Ability to learn and use company system tools effectively

Note: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to lift up to 60 pounds and stand for long periods of time.  The employee is regularly required to use hands to use tools to polish components.  The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.  Safety equipment required when present on shop floor – at a minimum footwear and eyewear. Other equipment required depending on task.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success. Our benefits-eligible associates enjoy healthcare, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, generous 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off benefits, and more.