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Darkroom Operator - Deer Creek (Portland, OR)

Precision Castparts, Milwaukie, OR, United States


MISSION
To provide film for radiographers and operate darkroom process equipment to develop exposed film for evaluation.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

Film Orders

– Objective: to accurately fill film orders requested by radiographers.

Essential Job Functions

Reviews film orders, including size, type and number of cassettes.

Loads film into cassettes; puts cassettes in pass box when completed; unloads cassettes.

Cuts and tapes special film.

Maintains film inventory records; orders film or notifies supervisor to order film.

Maintains film cassettes; replaces or repairs worn cassettes. (LSBO, TBO only)

DARKROOM PROCESSING
Objective: to process film and maintain proper chemistry in processor.

Essential Job Functions

Tests chemical replenishment rates, and water and/or chemical temperatures to assure compliance with specifications; accurately records results.

Processes test film to assure proper operation and processing time of industrial processor.

Performs minor cleaning of processor. (LSBO, TBO only)

Removes jammed film from processor as needed.

Monitors darkroom temperature levels.

SAFETY
Objective: to take responsibility for and demonstrate safe work practices.

Essential Job Functions

Adheres to plant and department safety rules.

Safely operates all equipment and tools.

Identifies and reports safety problems.

Maintains logs and records.

Meets all production and quality standards.

OTHER (MARGINAL) ACCOUNTABILITIES

Performs other duties as requested.

ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT, TOOLS AND/OR MACHINERY USED

Film processor

Film cutter

Cutting board

Scissors/tape

TRAINING

Training is provided on the job.

QUALIFICATIONS

Previous experience in darkroom processing and chemistry background preferred, OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Ability to read, interpret and follow instructions on work orders, Quality Control Manuals, and other technical instructions.

Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations. (addition and subtraction)

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Ability to work independently with limited supervision, and in a team.

Physical ability to perform the essential job functions.

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