Glass Cutter

Glass Cutter Position Overview A Glass Cutter's role is to cut quality glass essential to the production of glass units for the manufacturing of glass windows and doors while strategically adjusting jobs to obtain the highest yield from the glass they cut for each job and repair.

Division:

Commercial Department:

Glass Cutters Reports to :

Glass Production Supervisor Job Type :

Full-time FLSA:

Non-Exempt Shift:

M-F, 6am to 2:30pm. Duties and Responsibilities Inspect glass for quality defects or needed repairs Load and cut glass for the days production for both tempered and annealed glass units Load batches in computer to be cut with maximum yield in mind Accurately read monitor for snap locations Perform safe snaps and breaks of each glass pane Accurately move glass to proper carts and slots Look for and slot in any precut glass as needed Safely discard scrap glass Communicate repairs to all necessary departments Assist in changing racks of glass as needed for production Change cutting wheels that score the glass for a controlled breaking point Produce daily cut numbers and report daily on output Conduct daily cleaning and proper housekeeping of assigned area Perform daily, weekly and monthly required maintenance Prompt and regular attendance at an assigned work location. Interact and communicate with employees and customers in an appropriate manner. Availability on site to confer with staff members with whom the employee must interact on a regular basis. Review and analyze data and information concerning glass order paperwork. Plan, prioritize and monitor cutting activities. Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner. Supervisory Responsibility No direct management or supervisory responsibilities. Safety Observe safety and security policies and procedures, including proper use of PPE (personal protective equipment); report potentially unsafe conditions; and use equipment and materials properly. Follow job-specific safety requirements that includes wearing the following

PPE:

Steel or composite toed footwear. Safety glasses or approved prescription safety glasses. Cut proof 5 or greater gloves. Safety shirt Leather Apron Travel No travel is required. Qualifications An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Proficient knowledge of different glass types Basic writing and math skills Knowledge to identify job by sales order and line numbers Proficient knowledge of glass sticker information and glass order paperwork Preferred Education and Experience The expectation is that the individual has achieved a minimum level of education and/or related expertise to qualify for this position. High school diploma or a passed General Education Development test preferred Competencies and Skills Safety Focused Accuracy Dependability Quality Focused Time Management Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday during normal business hours. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Physical Demands The demands and environment characteristics 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. This is a manufacturing job. The employee must be able to: regularly lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 75 pounds, regularly push/pull wheeled carts weighing up to 300 pounds and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds through team lift; work shifts of at least 8 hours, and occasionally longer, for 5 days each week; stand for prolonged periods; and It is an essential job function and safety rule, applicable to every employee working in a safety sensitive classified position, to be able to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner. Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to climactic variations, fumes or airborne particles, various levels of vibration, and moving mechanical parts. Various different types of Personal Protective Equipment might be required based on the employee's work location. The noise level in the work environment may require hearing protection. Other Duties and Responsibilities Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at the discretion of management any time. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Quaker is an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Quaker will be based on merit, qualifications, abilities, and Quaker's needs and resources. Quaker does not discriminate in any employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other category protected by law.