Production Operator / Process Associate

Hexcel Corporation; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hexcel Corporation in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking a Production Operator/Process Associate to support manufacturing of carbon fiber, resins, and prepregs. You will operate production machines, monitor parameters, and document results to meet strict specifications.

Responsibilities include safety-first practices and teamwork on the line. This role requires a high school diploma or GED, ability to work overtime, and strong basic math/communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to address urgent situations and respond quickly.
• Demonstrate basic written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to physically perform the functions of the job.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to conduct and understand basic arithmetic and measurements using a calculator and ruler.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to safety-first culture with PPE usage.
• Operate and monitor production machines to meet quality standards.
• Read and document operating parameters per production specifications.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the facility.
• Respond urgently to challenges on the line.
• Work in a rotating 8–12 hour shift with opportunities for 7 consecutive days off each month.

Skills

Basic communication skills

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Overtime readiness

Basic computer skills

Arithmetic and measurement skills

Manufacturing experience (preferred)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calculator

Ruler

Job description

With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advanced lightweight composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and engineered core and composite structures. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices, and R&D centers around the globe. Become a part of the “strength within.”

Hexcel is currently seeking a Production Operator/Process Associate for our Salt Lake City, UT, USA location.

The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations:

• Contributing to our safety-first culture that includes a consistent use of personal protective equipment to ensure your safety
• Performing manufacturing duties to create world-class carbon fiber, resins, and pre-preg materials used in commercial aerospace, space and defense, and industrial applications
• Reading and documenting operating parameters in accordance with production specifications
• Operating and monitoring production machines to ensure product quality standards
• Accountability to our customers by detecting, reporting and correcting defective materials
• Assisting with maintaining cleanliness and organization of the facility
• Working a rotating 8-to-12-hour shift with the opportunity for 7 consecutive days off each month
• Urgently responding to challenges that arise on the line
• Working in a team environment

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• Willingness to work overtime as needed
• Ability to urgently address situations and events that require a quick response
• Demonstrate basic written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to physically perform the functions of the job
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to conduct and understand basic arithmetic and measurements using a calculator and ruler
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred

Eligible candidates must be a: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, person lawfully admitted for permanent residence, temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, person admitted in refugee status, or person granted asylum. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.

Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected class.