Laser Operator (MEQT)

Contec Inc; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO starting at 17 days

Health insurance (PPO)

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Maternity/Parental leave

Job summary

Contec Inc. in Spartanburg, SC seeks a manufacturing operator to produce wipes for laundry and unlaundered finished goods. You will read production orders, operate laser equipment and counting scales, and ensure quality and safety in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attentiveness to safety, and adherence to ISO 9001-2015 quality standards, with benefits including healthcare, PTO, and 401(k) matching. Training provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• No prior experience required.
• Ability to read and understand drawings and travelers for production orders.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot laser equipment and counting scale.
• Adherence to safety procedures when using lasers and hoist equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintains regular attendance to meet productivity standards.
• Reads and interprets drawings and travelers for production orders.
• Operates and troubleshoots laser equipment and counting scale.
• Follows safety procedures when using lasers and hoists.
• Performs quality inspections/measurements for each shop order.
• Gathers and loads necessary raw materials for orders.
• Closes work orders and stores products properly.
• Participates in safety, quality, and process training.
• Contributes to ISO 9001-2015 quality standards adherence.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Quality focus

Reading drawings

Troubleshooting lasers

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Laser equipment

Counting scale

Job description

Overview

The primary purpose of this position is to utilize various types of cutting equipment to manufacture wipes for the laundry or unlaundered finished goods.

Responsibilities

• Meets regular and reliable work-site attendance requirements in order to perform the job and meet productivity standards.
• Ability to read and understand drawings and travelers for production orders.
• Ability to know and understand how to operate and trouble shoot laser equipment and counting scale.
• Understanding and following proper safety procedures when using the lasers and hoist equipment.
• Perform quality inspection/measurements for each shop order.
• Gathering and loading of the necessary raw materials needed to complete the shop order.
• Closing work orders and placing product in the correct area.
• Participates in periodic training programs regarding safety, product specifications; quality; and operation.
• Participates and works within ISO 9001-2015 quality standards guidelines in accordance with Contec’s quality goals.
• Others may be assigned.

Competencies

• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Performs duties with the highest regard for safety and quality.
• Ability to understand and follow site protocols, policies and procedures.
• Able to demonstrate support and adherence to Contec’s core values: respect for others, doing “whatever it takes” within Contec’s core values, vision and strategic direction, exhibiting integrity, having a tolerance for risk, understanding there is life outside of work, enjoying the ride.
• Collaboration: Works well and cooperates with others in a team environment to get the job done and to meet production goals.
• Linens Effectively: Employee needs to be able to absorb information that is being given/spoken to them. Be able to repeat back what was said to show understanding. Has the patience to hear people out.
• Manages Ambiguity: Can effectively cope with change and be able to shift direction comfortably. Comes up with ways to make processes better.
• Customer Focus: Processes orders with the customer in mind. Dedicated to meeting and exceeding customer expectations for both internal and external customers.
• Demonstrates Self Awareness: Admits and learns from mistakes, so that the same mistake isn’t made twice. Open to criticism and talking about shortcomings to better themselves. Seeks feedback. Uses feedback and self- reflection to gain insight on personal strengths and weaknesses.
• Self-Development: Shows a personal commitment to their work and takes action to continuously improve. Learns from new experiences in a classroom setting or just in conversation with others. Works to improve on identified weaknesses.
• Action Oriented: Enjoys working hard to meet production goals. See challenges as opportunities and not set- backs. Works with high energy.
• Time Management: Uses their time effectively and efficiently and values time. Gets more done with less time than others. Is aware of how long a task should take and hold themself accountable to reaching that time or better to meet or improve productivity.

Qualifications/Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); ; no prior experience required.

Physical Demands

• Competitive market salary
• Climate controlled environment
• PTO starting at 17 days
• 10 company observed holidays plus 1 floating holiday
• Community service PTO (up to 40 hours annually)
• Insurance benefits, including medical (PPO), dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance
• Two types of Flexible Spending Accounts, 1) Medical Spending Account and 2) Dependent Care Spending Account
• 401k and a company match (100% up to 3%, and then 50% of the next 2% deferred)
• Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
  • Family Benefits
  • Adoption Assistance Program, Infertility Treatment Coverage
  • Maternity and Parental Leave
• Onsite Amenities
  • Onsite gyms, onsite health clinic, canteen for refreshment