Finisher

Task Force Tips

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Valparaiso, Indiana

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Finisher is responsible for operating finishing line equipment to apply finishes to component parts according to specifications. Key tasks include racking parts, measuring coating thickness, and maintaining production equipment and wastewater quality.

Qualifications

You will be responsible for operating finishing line equipment and applying finishes to component parts according to specifications. You should be goal-driven with integrity, possess grit, and have a passion for supporting first responders. Experience in metal finishing, plating, or anodizing is highly desired.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Anodizing

Metal finishing

Plating

Blueprint reading

ISO9001

OSHA

Computer operation

Job Description

Task Force Tips, LLC. is an established manufacturer of firefighting equipment based in Valparaiso, IN. Our continuous improvement process ensures we help first responders save lives and protect property more safely and effectively than the day before.  TFT is part of Madison Industries, one of the largest and most successful privately held companies in the world.  

We are searching for a Finisher to support our Anodizing department. Our desired team member should be goal-driven with integrity, have grit and a passion for putting lifesaving equipment in the hands of our first responders. 

Our Culture is Contagious!  Come grow with us and be part of the TFT Proud Culture!   Be a part of saving lives and protecting property by putting life-saving products in the hands of our first responders! View our video - TFT, a Firefighter Legacy  

The Finisher is responsible for applying finishes to component parts used in our products and operating the equipment in the department. Communicate with the team to help connect and align with our company mission of helping to save lives and protect property. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

 Operates finishing line equipment to apply finishes to component parts according to print specifications. 

 Records production data. 

 Racks and un-racks component parts. 

 Runs parts according to the print and “recipe” specific to each part. 

 Measures coating thickness. 

 Keeps production equipment and work zone clean and orderly. 

 Assists in the routine maintenance of production equipment. 

 Measures and records wastewater quality. 

 Measures and records concentration levels in various tanks. 

 Disposes of waste material, if any. 

 Proactively offers suggestions for the improvement of a product, process or practice.  

Performs related duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience in metal finishing, plating, or anodizing processing is highly desired but not required. 

Ability to read blueprints and specifications is desired but not required. 

Adheres to departmental policies, procedures, and work instructions in accordance with the ISO9001 standard. 

Working knowledge of and ability to make practical application of OSHA and company safety precautions and procedures. 

Working knowledge of and ability to operate computer and applicable software. 

Effective oral communications with other company personnel, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities and disabilities. 

Ability to work alone and with others in a team environment with minimum supervision, work rapidly for long periods and work on several tasks at the same time, often under time pressure. 

Ability to regularly work scheduled hours including weekend and/or evening hours.  

We offer an excellent benefits package to permanent hires including: 

  • Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance (Effective on the 1st of the month after hire.)  

  • Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave  

  • Short and Long-Term Disability    

  • Life Insurance    

  • Vacation & PTO Days   

  • Employee Assistance Program   

  • 10 Paid Holidays    

  • 401K plan and Profit-Sharing Plan   

  • Monthly Bonus   

  • Employee Recognition Program “We appreciate our ALL STARS”   

  • Off- Site Health Clinic   

  • On-site Fitness Center   

  • Tuition Assistance   

  • And more!   

*All Hires are subject to a background check and drug test   

What happens next?   

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply, and we will review your application as soon as possible. Attach your resume with your application.  

Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Policy   

Task Force Tips LLC is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Task Force Tips LLC that we evaluate qualified applicants and not to discriminate on the basis of disability status or veteran statusin its hiring decisions. 

Task Force Tips LLCoffers reasonable accommodation in the employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance in the application or hiring process to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation with Human Resources at any time.  



This position is open for midnight shift (11pm-7am)

Task Force Tips

As a member of the Madison Industries family of companies, we're proud to do our part in making the world safer, healthier and more productive. Task Force Tips is an innovative manufacturer of quality products that help to save lives and protect property around the globe. Solutions include firefighting tools for municipal, industrial, wildland, and military customers. In addition, TFT is protecting first responders with air filtration solutions that remove cancer-causing particulates and VOCs. TFT is also a leader in deicing and anti-icing products for the airline industry. Task Force Tips empowers firefighters around the world by delivering high-performance firefighting equipment, dedicated support, and educational resources.
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