Parts Cleaner

Busch Vacuum Solutions is a leading manufacturer of vacuum pumps, compressors, and blowers for use in industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, food processing, metallurgy, biomedical, and material handling.

We have an exciting contract to hire opportunity open for a Machine Shop Parts Cleaner at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Virginia Beach, Virginia!

The Parts Cleaner is responsible for general labor duties such as cleaning and removing burrs and chips from machined parts and transferring parts at production lines.

This is a full-time, onsite position (Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM) with flexibility to support business needs as required.

Targeted Compensation: The targeted pay range for this position is $17.00–$18.00 per hour, depending on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and internal equity.

If you are a hands-on professional who values quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement, apply now and see why Busch Vacuum Solutions is a great place to grow your career and make an impact!

Job Responsibilities

• Reviews route and process sheets for instructions
• Inspects parts for visual defects
• Removes excess burrs, chips and casing sand from machined parts
• Loads and unloads parts in parts washer
• Applies rust inhibitor on all cast iron and steel parts
• Conducts final part count, check paperwork for errors and ensure tags are properly filled out
• Packages part in suitable manner so they can be transported without damage
• Conducts cleaning and routine maintenance while maintaining water level on a daily basis
• Implementation of process improvements to eliminate waste and reduce costs

Required Experience

• 1+ years in Warehouse Material Handling: Preferred
• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Required
• Basic computer proficiency and familiarity with Microsoft Office: Required
• Valid Drivers, license must be maintained throughout employment that meets Busch Insurance standards.

Personal Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with strong mechanical aptitude and accuracy
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude and professional maturity
• Dependable, trustworthy, and results-focused
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues
• Effective oral and written communication skills in English
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively within a team
• Adaptable and flexible in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Safety-focused, maintaining clean and orderly workspaces and adhering to all workplace safety standards

Job Requirements

• Ability and willingness to pass a 10-panel drug screen, 7-year criminal history check
• Most felonies are a disqualifier, misdemeanors are considered on a case-by-case basis
• Ability and willingness to travel (up to 5%) domestically to include overnights for training purposes
• Must be able to hear and respond to alarms, forklifts, and other workplace notifications.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, safety footwear, hearing protection, and hand protection as required.
• Valid Driver’s License must be maintained throughout employment that meets Busch insurance standards
• Employment with Busch Vacuum Solutions requires current work authorization in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods and frequently walk throughout the workday.
• Frequent reaching, grasping, and manual manipulation.
• Occasional climbing, crawling, squatting, kneeling, and bending.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to frequently push or pull up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to safely perform repetitive production and machine shop tasks.

Benefits & Opportunities

Busch Vacuum Solutions offers an attractive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, EAP, tuition reimbursement, Legal Plan, 401K, PTO, and more! 

Opportunity for growth and advancement via on-the-job training, paid training/certifications, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement within the company.  Busch values promoting from within!

Work Environment

Moderately controlled manufacturing environment, moderate noise levels, fumes, and airborne particles, while working near moving mechanical parts.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily.

Why work for Busch Vacuum Solutions?

As diverse and boundless as the world of vacuum is, so are the jobs and tasks at Busch. We welcome all talents, regardless of education, age, gender, or nationality; worldwide.

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