AFB International - Manufacturing Technician I - B Crew Dry

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense; Aurora (MO); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive/bonus program

Merit increases

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee uniforms and safety shoes

Job summary

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense is hiring a Manufacturing Technician I for a night shift role in the Town of Aurora, NY. This position focuses on operating and maintaining machinery safely, performing quality control, logging production data, and packaging dry goods.

The ideal candidate should have reliability, a strong work ethic, and production experience. Benefits include a starting wage of $20.00 per hour, night shift differential, comprehensive medical insurance, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Qualifications

• Must pass pre-employment screens including background and drug screen.
• Ability to stand for extended periods during a 12-hour shift in a semi-dusty environment.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize safety while operating and monitoring machinery.
• Conduct quality control checks to uphold high standards.
• Log production data and machine performance accurately.
• Package dry goods with precision.
• Collaborate with teams for seamless equipment repairs.

Skills

Reliability

Excellent attendance

Production or manufacturing experience

Ability to lift 55 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

AFB International is hiring a Manufacturing Technician I – Dry – B Crew (6 pm–6 am shift, alternating Saturdays and every other Wednesday). The role focuses on safely operating and maintaining machinery, ensuring quality control, logging production data, and packaging dry goods.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize safety while setting up, operating, and monitoring machinery, performing adjustments, and troubleshooting minor issues to maintain smooth operations.
• Conduct rigorous quality control checks to uphold high standards.
• Accurately log production data, machine performance, and downtime for continuous improvement.
• Package dry goods with precision and care.
• Collaborate closely with teams to ensure seamless handoffs during shift changes and equipment repair.

Qualifications

• Reliability with a strong work ethic and excellent attendance.
• Production or manufacturing experience (food processing, manufacturing, warehousing, construction, or farming experience a plus).
• Ability to regularly lift 55 lbs and stand for extended periods during a 12‑hour shift in a semi‑dusty environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or successful completion of a company‑administered basic skills assessment.
• Must pass pre‑employment screens including background and drug screen.

Benefits

Starting wage $20.00 + $1.50 night shift differential. Annual incentive/bonus program, merit increases, 12‑hour shift schedule with built‑in overtime, 401(k) with company match up to 6%, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, annual wellness credit, paid time off, parental leave, disability coverage, tuition reimbursement, and employee uniforms and safety shoes.

Equal Opportunity Employer

AFB International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.