Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
WAUSAU TILE – WHO WE ARE
Throughout the past seven decades, Wausau Tile has grown to become the preeminent manufacturer of architectural concrete, terrazzo and metal products. We were the first American manufacturer of cementitious terrazzo tile and among the first domestic producers of hydraulically pressed concrete pavers. Today we are a leader in innovative sustainable manufacturing practices, using recycled materials and green technology, and our products are found in virtually every community in the United States. Our 550,000-square-foot manufacturing facility remains in the heart of the American Midwest – encompassing more than 10 acres.
WHY WORK FOR US?
- Enjoy vacation in your first year of employment!
- Performance-based annual bonuses (contingent upon company goals being met).
- Competitive wages.
- Promotional opportunities.
- 9 paid holidays so that you can enjoy spending time with family and friends.
- Periodic celebrations to make you feel recognized and valued.
- Applicant Referral Bonus.
- Our medical, dental, and vision benefits provide comprehensive coverage at affordable rates.
- Our 401(k) plan, life insurance, and short-term disability are great ways to protect your financial future.
- Learn new skills and advance your career with company-paid tuition assistance.
GENERAL: Employee will program and operate a computerized, 4-axis Hot-Wire foam cutting machine and 5 axis CNC Router to cut styofoam patterns and molds that are later used for the production of Site and Precast Concrete products. In addition to the above, individual will perform other support functions necessary such as sanding, shaping, epoxy coating, etc. to provide an accurate pattern or foam mold.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION : Machine Programming - Employee reviews production paperwork/schedule to determine production priorities and pattern/mold build requirements and works with supervisor to address pattern/mold concerns and answer questions. Employee uses a computer application to input measurements and data which is used by the Hot-Wire machine and CNC Router to cut Styrafoam shapes and molds.
Machine Operation - Employee will determine material needs and load proper shape/amount of styrafoam billet on to the hot-wire cutting machine or CNC Router bed. Employee works to adjust and set up machines to a proper semi-automatic operation. Once cutting begins, employee monitors cutting process and makes additional adjustments or changes as needed.
Finishing - Once machine/rough cutting is complete, Employee uses sanders and other hand tools to smooth surfaces and finish the mold pattern. Employee may be required to add additional detail to the pattern by hand where the hot-wire machine or CNC router could not complete.
Coating - Once shaping is complete employee will prepare the pattern or mold for the mold making process. The pattern is completely covered with an epoxy resin coating. This coating will need to be sanded and finished. This is typically the last step in the process.
Other - In addition to above processes/sub-tasks, employee will perform various other cleaning, organizing or restocking duties. Cleaning includes wiping down tables, tools and equipment and sweeping. Employee will use a a wire cutter to cut scrap into smaller pieces for recycling. In addition, some larger equipment such as pattern lathe, overhead crane, etc. may be used. Tools are maintained and properly placed away for storage.
Physical Requirements :
Includes but is not limited to, prolonged periods of standing, working on a computer, bending, reaching, stretching, lifting, walking, twisting, squatting and kneeling. Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers, knees, back shoulders and neck. Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, and the like.
Safety: Accident prevention is the responsibility of all employees and shall be a primary consideration in all phases of our operations and administration. It is our intention to provide a safe and healthy work place. Wausau Tile will establish and insist upon safe work practices by all employees at all times. Employees shall take responsibility for their own safety and the safety of co-workers with every communication and interaction between the supervisor and employees. We encourage employee-driven safety and know that the work group is only as safe as each employee.
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