Fiberglass Technician-1st shift

Altec Industries, Inc; Osceola (IA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision and Rx

401(k) with company match

Vacation and Holidays

Parental Leave

Disability Leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Altec Industries, Inc. in Osceola, IA is seeking a Fiberglass Operations team member to produce fiberglass bodies for the Osceola Body Plant. The role is bid-based and emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency.

You will operate gelcoat, chop, and interior paint processes, use rollers and glue, and perform cutting tasks while maintaining high quality with minimal rework. A high school diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Eligible for operator roles: Gelcoat, Chop & Interior Paint; including rollers, glue, and cutting tasks.
• Work involves lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform fiberglass operations in the production of fiberglass bodies at Altec Osceola Body Plant.
• Adhere to PPE requirements and safety standards throughout the shift.
• Handle heavy lifting: regularly 25–50 lbs, occasionally 50+ lbs.
• Work with materials such as styrene, organic peroxide, and methyl methacrylate.
• Maintain high level of operator maintenance and ensure parts are not reworked.
• Assist with gelcoat, chop, and interior paint processes as needed.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Safety compliance

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Gelcoat equipment

Chop system

Interior paint equipment

Rollers

Glue applicator

Cutting tools (G1/G2)

Job description

Responsibilities

PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Performs fiberglass operations duties in the production of fiberglass bodies for Altec Osceola Body Plant. Fiberglass Operations duties will be bid positions.
Major Responsibilities:
Work differs from that of Technician Assistants in the following ways:
• Additional PPE requirement for entire work day
• Heavy work range
o 25-50 lbs. regularly
o 50+ lbs. occasionally
• Chemical proximity
o Styrene
o Organic Peroxide
o Methyl methacrylate
• Ergonomic challenges
o Constant reaching
o Frequent bending at waist
• High level of operator maintenance
• High level of detail require (not able to rework parts)
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
• High School degree or GED
• Jobs Eligible
o Application operators (Gelcoat, Chop & Interior Paint)
o Rollers
o Glue (Bulkhead, Flatting)
o Cutting (G1, G2)
o Door closing
Responsibility for Safety:
• Safety In everything we do
Responsibility to Prevent Errors:
• Ensures appropriate checks have been performed as needed for high quality

Benefits

Altec offers a competitive salary that rewards performance and dedication, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Program
• Retirement 401(k) Traditional or Roth Program Options with Company Match
• Vacation and Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance and Mental Health/Substance Abuse Program
• Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Additional Wellness Programs and Rewards Available

Why Join Altec?

If you're considering a career with Altec,there's never been a better time to join us! Our company was founded on values that place the customer first and prioritize our people as our greatest strength. Over the years, those values and our talented associates have helped us to earn the trust and confidence of customers worldwide. Today, Altec is an innovative, financially sound company that sets the standard of excellence in design,manufacturing and service — and that's why we're the ideal place for you to grow your career.

Founded in 1929, Altec is a privately held company headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama.Altec specializes in the manufacture, sale and service of aerial devices, digger derricks, cranes and specialty equipment for the electric utility, telecommunications, tree care, construction, and light and signs markets. We help our customers dig deeper and reach higher in more than 100 countries around the world.

EEO Statement

Altec Industries, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.