Ames Tools Corporation, a GMS Company is the leading provider of automatic taping and finishing (ATF) tools, supplies, and training to the professional drywall finishing industry.
GMS is the leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products and other specialty building materials. Founded in 1971, GMS now operates a network of more than 250 distribution centers nationwide. For more information about GMS, visit www.gms.com or any one of our subsidiary company websites.
Summary:
The automatic taping tools (“ATF”) technician may work either repairing Ames Tools or assembling/disassembling automatic taping tools for TapeTech. The technician will be cross-trained to perform a variety of different functions within the production environment. A technician must work well in a team environment and demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement. Experience with assembly and small hand tools strongly preferred. Ability to work overtime as needed required. We pay on a biweekly cycle (every other Friday).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Follow standard work instructions to repair automatic taping tools (“ATF”) tools in line with determined quality standards
- Meet daily production expectations and quotas
- Recognize quality defects during the assembly process
- Adhere to all safety rules and regulations
- Meet all quality specifications
- Maintain paperwork assigned by any level of management
- Actively participate in all continuous improvement activities
- Adhere to all 5S standards (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain)
- Flexible to cross train for proficiency on a variety of duties
- Adhere to attendance requirements and flexible to work overtime as required
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or General Education Requirement degree or one to three months related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Able to read, speak and understand English.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Active listener who can give full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Able to perform simple math functions such as addition and subtraction.
REASONING ABILITY: Inspecting equipment to identify the causes of problems or defects; using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions and approaches to problems
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: None.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Able to read and follow blueprints for tool assembly and repair; Must have strong attention to detail, careful and thorough in completing work tasks; Requires being pleasant and cooperative with others on the job. Aptitude to work with small hand tools as well as pneumatic and cordless tools. Ability to grasp mechanical concepts.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: None
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands, use fingers, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee will stand 90% of the day. The employee is occasionally required to walk; stoop, kneel, crouch. The employee must be able to talk and hear. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Company Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
- HSA, FSA Plan
- 401k
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid holidays & Paid Time Off
- Company benefits are subject to change
This job description is subject to change at any time.
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