Operator I - Composites 2nd Shift

Gund Co.; City of Amsterdam (NY); On-site; USD 28,378 - 34,054; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) plan with employer match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

The Gund Company is seeking a CNC Composites Operator I to operate presses, forming and related equipment for thermoset composite materials. This role involves manual tasks, use of hand tools, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include setting up tooling, loading programs, measuring parts, and performing in-process inspections in a non-climate-controlled environment with PPE. Benefits and ongoing training are provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Prior hands-on, vocational or related training is a plus.
• Experience in manufacturing with mixing, batching or compounding equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC/composites equipment including presses and forming machines.
• Install components and set up tooling per specifications.
• Perform in-process measurements and quality inspections; load programs and set machine parameters.
• Maintain dies/molds and perform cleaning and routine maintenance.
• Follow safety protocols and PPE requirements.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Reliable

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring instruments

Job description

As a CNC Composites Operator I, you will play a key role in the steps related to the manufacture of thermoset composite materials by operating manufacturing equipment that includes presses, forming, extrusion, pultrusion and/or shape machines. Duties also involve manual work and duties that require the use of various hand tools and secondary/accessory equipment.

Compensation and Shift

• Shift: 2nd
• Wage: $20.60 - $24.72
• Shift Premium: 15%
• Department: Composites

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture molded glass polyester sheets.
• Select and install machine components, such as dies, spacers, shims and/or stops according to specifications.
• Trim/file and de-flash molded sheet edges and perform in process measuring and material inspections.
• Set up tooling, load programs and set machine parameters to ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Clean dies and molds, using scrapers, brushes, scotch pads or air hoses.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED with prior hands on, vocational or job-related coursework or training, or any similar combination of education and experience.

Preferred

Prior experience in a manufacturing industry with mixing, batching or compounding equipment.

Work Environment

This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, fumes, and chemicals. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required. The position may involve repetitive tasks and manual labor, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods of time.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
• 401(k) plan with a 50% employer match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Ongoing training and development programs

Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the CNC Machine Operator I position.

EEO Statement: It is the policy of The Gund Company to recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discrimination.