Expander- Metals (2nd Shift)

Plascore; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Plascore in Zeeland, MI is seeking an Expander for the Metals division on 2nd shift (Mon-Fri 2:30PM-10:30PM). You will prepare and expand cores to size as specified, and record labor data in the MRP system while keeping a clean, safe work environment.

Starting pay is $21.90 per hour on 2nd shift with benefits including health, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and employee bonuses. Candidates should be detail‑oriented, mechanically inclined and able to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be mechanically inclined.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work overtime.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the core expander to meet work order specifications.
• Assemble materials for the job and cut to size.
• Expand core to proper length, width, and density; verify accuracy.
• Prepare cores for shipping and train other employees as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and document work accurately.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanically inclined

Overtime availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 615 N. Fairview Rd. - Zeeland, MI 49464

Job Shift: 2nd shift

Job Category: Manufacturing

As an Expander you will prepare and expand cores to size as specified and prepare for shipping. Utilize the MRP system to record labor and other essential data.

Currently there is an opening for an Expander in our Metals division on 2nd shift (Monday - Friday 2:30PM to 10:30PM)

Metals Expander: Starting at $21.90 per hour on 2nd Shift!

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare the core expander to meet work order specifications.
• Assemble proper materials for the job.
• Cut materials to specified size.
• Expand core to proper length, width, and density.
• Measure end product for accuracy.
• Prepare cores for shipping.
• Train other employees as needed.
• Complete documentation correctly and neatly.
• Assist other departments as necessary.
• Provide the customer with the best value including Cost, Quality, and Delivery by being efficient, productive, and careful.
• Participate in improving our product, processes, equipment, and methods.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment at all times.
• Continually looks for ways to improve job efficiency and performance.
• Perform all reasonably related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Strong attention to detail
• Mechanically inclined
• Ability to work overtime.

Additional Requirements

• Must be eligible to work on programs subject to ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations).

Benefits

Plascore is an established global manufacturer of honeycomb core, composite structures, and cleanrooms. Plascore's lightweight, industrial strength, honeycomb technology is utilized for a multitude of applications within the aerospace, automotive and marine industries. Plascore is an employee driven organization, fueled by professional teams with dedicated years of service to manufacturing.

Plascore Benefits

Bonus Programs

• $1,200 Employee Referral Bonus - Paid in monthly increments.
• Quarterly Bonus- based on business unit metrics

Health Benefits

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) with Flex Spending or Health Savings Accounts
• Free high-deductible health plan for employee only coverage.
• New Hires are eligible for health insurance benefits on day one!
• Company provided short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program- including legal & professional counseling services

Paid Time Off

• Paid and unpaid vacation totaling 6 weeks (years of service determines paid portion)
• 8-week paid sabbatical for every 10 years of service
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave

401(K) & Roth 401(K)

• 50% match up to 6% for all participating employees.

Educational Support

• Tuition Reimbursement for job-related and certificate programs
• Dependent scholarship to cover up to 100% of tuition cost for child dependents
• Use of training grants like GoingPro to allow for professional development

Childcare

• Flex Spending Account for childcare
• Tri-Share childcare program (2/3 of childcare costs covered)

Company Events

• Annual company picnic
• Annual golf outing
• Annual holiday party

Other Perks

• White-Caps baseball ticket raffles
• Discounts available at: MVP Athletic Club, Stellantis, Bedslide, Enterprise rentals, RX Optical
• Clean work environment
• Smooth pace of work
• Family owned and operated.
• Security of work for an established, growing company that serves a diverse customer base.
• Bi-Weekly Pay

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Plascore to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail].

Plascore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristic.