Electro/Mechanical Process Operator

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JOB SUMMARY

The Vespel® department within the DuPont Electronics & Industrial business unit produces high-quality precision parts that are used in demanding applications in terms of temperature and friction, such as aircraft engines and car transmissions.  Vespel® products are custom-made parts and often replace the classic metal parts, ranging from sealing rings to bearings, to save weight and extend the lifespan.

In our department in Mechelen, Vespel® parts are made by means of a polyimide powder pressing process.

We are currently looking for a Production Operator, with a passion for technology and an interest in continuous learning.

Job content:

The Vespel® production operator is responsible for operating all kinds of mechanical, hydraulic and electric presses and achieving the production goals in a safe and qualitative manner.

The tasks include:

• Mould set-up, based on technical drawing
• Adjustment and adjustment of the presses via automatic controls
• Operating and monitoring the presses and peripherals
• Visual inspection of the pressed parts using measuring instruments
• Assess statistical results and adjust process where necessary
• Operating and monitoring machines for polishing the parts (tumbling)
• Operation and loading of the sintering furnaces
• Administration of the production order: processing all production data in SAP and other systems
• Participate in the introduction of new technologies and work out improvements

Your profile:

• Diploma in Electromechanics, Mechanical Design Techniques or equivalent through experience
• Strong technical knowledge (hydraulics, mechanics, measurement and control techniques, CNC)
• Team player with a sense of responsibility and initiative
• You can think in a problem-solving way and can deal well with technically complex challenges
• You are eager to learn and motivated to learn continuously
• Knowledge of SAP and/or statistics is an advantage
• Safety and quality awareness
• Willing to work in 3 shifts

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