1st and 2nd Shift Entry Level Production - Training Provided

Park Aerospace Corp.; Newton (KS); On-site; USD 20,664 - 23,419; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company located in Newton, Kansas is looking for a dedicated individual to support production demands and ensure quality operations in the Hot Melt equipment area. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and ideally have 1-2 years of manufacturing experience. Responsibilities include setting up machinery, monitoring production processes, and compliance with safety regulations. This job requires physical mobility and the ability to lift products up to 50 pounds. Hourly wages range from $15.00 to $17.00.

Qualifications

• Minimum one to two years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience in a chemical environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up machine to treat composite fabrics with resin.
• Monitor material in process for potential quality defects.
• Dispose of hazardous waste and perform routine cleaning.

Skills

Basic math skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Computer entry skills

Communication skills in English

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

This position requires the employee to support the company's mission of creating a wonderful experience for our customers and to put forth the effort to meet production demands. The employee must be fully functional in all areas of the Hot Melt operation and is responsible for the daily cleaning, inspection, operating and monitoring of specific Hot Melt equipment.

Essential Job Functions

• Sets up machine (Film line/Tape line) to treat composite fabrics with resin (final product - prepreg) per written customer specifications.
• Monitors material in process for potential quality defects.
• Labels and disposes correctly of chemicals when required.
• Labels material, packages, and stores it in freezer.
• Disposes of hazardous waste, solvents and non-hazardous waste.
• Performs routine cleaning of Hot Melt Equipment and general work area.

Other Job Duties

• Other job duties as assigned.
• Assist Slitter Operators as needed.

Education/Experience/Skills Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum one (1) to two (2) years experience in manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English well.
• Must be able to follow written instructions (English) and possess good basic math skills.
• Accurate computer entry skills.
• Experience working in a chemical environment preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Individual required to be sighted.
• Job requires frequent lifting of product/supplies ranging from minimal to 50 pounds on frequent basis.
• Individual will be required to be mobile, with frequent bending, standing, walking, reaching, kneeling, stooping and crouching. Must be able to grasp and move objects.

Safety

• Must wear Safety shoes, safety glasses and a Tyvek suit.
• Must pass a PFT and be able to wear a full face respirator.

Training Requirements

• Training to applicable procedures that relate to area of responsibility.

Salary: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour