Materials Preparation I - Machined Core (2nd Shift)

Plascore Inc; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health insurance

401(K) match

Paid time off

Educational support

Parental leave

Sabbatical after years of service

Job summary

Plascore in Zeeland, MI has an opening for a Materials Preparation I in the Machined Core division on 2nd shift (2:30PM–12:30AM). Starting wage is $23.29 per hour, with a $1,200 sign-on bonus and a $1200 referral bonus program. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan.

The role involves operating band saws, presses, ovens, and ensuring quality compliance. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, strong math skills, and the ability to work with minimal

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be able to operate independently with reduced supervision.
• Strong math skills.
• Previous experience in industrial manufacturing preferred.
• ITAR eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Support essential duties with moderate to low supervision.
• Blank cutting of core materials with band saws or hand tools.
• Acclimation control of WIP core sheets.
• Assist clean and pack operations as needed.
• Clean product to be packaged.
• Load crates and package parts properly to be protected during shipment.
• Read, understand, and execute upon written work instruction for the manufacture of parts.
• Fill out all documentation completely and accurately.
• Complete necessary paperwork in the electronic data system.
• Proper installation of vacuum bags for the oven stabilizing of parts.
• Hot press, room temp and vacuum bag stabilizing.
• Properly stage and prepare materials needed for manufacture of parts.
• Operate ovens to correctly select the proper recipe for the required operation.
• Accurately inspect parts against the quality requirements.
• Interpret and follow a work schedule and advise if there are issues.
• Provide the customer with the best value including Cost, Quality, and Delivery.
• Handle internal and external questions in a prompt professional manner.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment at all times.
• Performs all reasonably related duties as assigned.
• Ability to support all required quality audits for specific areas.

Skills

Math skills

Independent work

Industrial manufacturing experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

As a Materials Preparation I you will perform multiple operations such as sawing, hydraulic platen press operation, staging materials, core stabilizing operations, and assemblies.***SIGN ON BONUS***$1200 FOR THIS ROLE ONLY.$100 EVERY 30 DAYS YOU WORK UNTIL 1 YEAR ($1200).Currently there is an opening for a Materials Preparation I in our Machined Core division on 2nd shift (Monday - Thursday 2:30PM to 12:30AM)Machined Core Materials Preparation I: Starting at $23.29 per hour on 2nd Shift!Key Responsibilities:Support essential duties and responsibilities with moderate to low supervision.Blank cutting of core materials with band saws or hand tools.Acclimation control of WIP core sheets.Assist clean and pack operations as needed.Clean product to be packaged.Load crates and package parts properly to be protected during shipment.Read, understand, and execute upon written work instruction for the manufacture of parts.Fill out all documentation completely and accurately.Completes necessary paperwork and enters data into the electronic data system.Proper installation of vacuum bags for the oven stabilizing of parts.Hot press, room temp and vacuum bag stabilizing.Properly stage and prepare materials needed for manufacture of parts (peel ply, tooltec, vacuum bag material, etc.)Operate ovens to correctly select the proper recipe for the required operation.Accurately inspect parts against the quality requirements.Interpret and follow a work schedule and advise if there are issues.Provide the customer with the best value including Cost, Quality, and Delivery.Handle internal and external questions in a prompt professional manner.Maintain a clean and safe work environment at all times.Performs all reasonably related duties as assigned.Ability to support all required quality audits for specific areas (ex. clean room checklist, clean core checklist, etc.)Qualifications:• High school diploma or GED Preferred.• Must be able to operate independently with reduced supervision.• Must have strong math skills.• Previous experience in industrial manufacturing preferred• Ability to work with minimal supervision and effectively communicate within an industrial setting.Additional Requirements:Must be eligible to work on programs subject to ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations).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 metricsHealth BenefitsHealth Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) with Flex Spending or Health Savings AccountsFree 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 coverageEmployee Assistance Program- including legal & professional counseling servicesPaid Time OffPaid and unpaid vacation totaling 6 weeks (years of service determines paid portion)8-week paid sabbatical for every 10 years of servicePaid HolidaysParental Leave401(K) & Roth 401(K)50% match up to 6% for all participating employees.Educational SupportTuition Reimbursement for job-related and certificate programsDependent scholarship to cover up to 100% of tuition cost for child dependentsUse of training grants like GoingPro to allow for professional developmentChildcareFlex Spending Account for childcareTri-Share childcare program (2/3 of childcare costs covered)Company EventsAnnual company picnicAnnual golf outingAnnual holiday partyOther PerksWhite-Caps baseball ticket rafflesDiscounts available at: MVP Athletic Club, Stellantis, Bedslide, Enterprise rentals, RX OpticalClean work environmentSmooth pace of workFamily owned and operated.Security of work for an established, growing company that serves a diverse customer base.Bi-Weekly PayConsistent 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] 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.