Fiberglass Machine Operator

NOV; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company in Wichita, Kansas, is seeking a Production Worker responsible for performing manual measurements, mixing epoxy, and maintaining production lines. The ideal candidate should have the ability to adapt, work long hours, and understand safety instructions in English. This role entails physical tasks including lifting and repetitive movement for extended periods while adhering to safety and quality procedures.

Qualifications

• Must have manual dexterity for operating machinery.
• Ability to work long hours and shifts as necessary.
• Capable of standing, walking, and performing repetitive movements for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual measurements and inspect/record results.
• Mix epoxy following procedures and maintain epoxy levels.
• Assemble fiberglass packs for production runs.
• Coordinate the setup of new jobs and complete run checklists.
• Maintain equipment and work area cleanliness.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Ability to work overtime and shift work

Ability to lift weights up to 50 lbs.

Basic English comprehension

Job description

Job Description

• Performs manual measurements and inspects/records results. Alerts team on pipe defects.
• Mixes epoxy following procedures
• Maintains epoxy resin level in baths during production runs
• Assembles fiberglass packs in preparation for loading winder machines
• Set up line, load/unload fiberglass packs and resin baths
• Prepare winders at the beginning of each run by stringing fiberglass tows
• Fixes broken yarns and monitors pipe quality
• Removed oven film and shrink tape from the pipe at the end of the oven
• Prepares ovens at the beginning of each run
• Coordinate the setup of new jobs and ensure that a run checklist is completed at the start of each production run
• Ensure completion of all paperwork at the run’s completion
• Ensure tools and equipment are properly maintained and stored
• Communicates mechanical and electrical problems to the maintenance department
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition
• Completes tasks as directed by manufacturing schedules with minimum supervision
• Utilize safe work habits
• Wear appropriate PPE
• Comply with all NOV Company policies, guidelines, and procedures
• Comply with all HSE policies, guidelines and procedures
• Comply with all Quality policies, guidelines, and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Manual dexterity is required for operating machinery and computers
• Ability to work overtime and shift work as required
• Standing up to 12 hours daily
• Walking up to 12 hours daily
• Bending/Stooping up to 12 hours daily
• Repetitive Movement (shoveling/sweeping/fastening) 6 to 8 hours daily
• Lifting weights to 50 lbs. Regularly
• Push/Pull up to 12 hours daily
• Ability to adapt and be cross-trained to learn all job duties as required
• Ability to understand, speak, and read work instructions, and safety notices in English