Special Projects Operator - 2nd Shift (Rubber/Composites)

R.E. Darling Co., Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Special Projects Operator at R.E. Darling Co., Inc. in Tucson, AZ performs hands-on rubber and composite production.

This is a physical role requiring standing, bending, and lifting up to 75 pounds, with some areas using respirators. You will collaborate with production, technical, and quality teams to ensure materials are processed accurately and safely. You will follow work orders, operate presses, autoclaves, ovens, and hand tools, and record production data.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow written instructions, technical drawings, and work orders.
• Ability to safely operate production machinery.
• Proficiency with measurement tools and shop math.
• Visual ability to inspect products for quality.
• Basic computer skills for data entry.

Responsibilities

• Carry out production tasks according to work orders, procedures, and daily schedules.
• Operate manufacturing equipment such as hydraulic presses, autoclaves, ovens, degreasing equipment, lathes, and hand tools.
• Use measurement tools including calipers, thickness gauges, scales, and tape measures.
• Complete process documentation, including material tracking and production records.
• Identify potential product or process issues and communicate promptly with supervisors.
• Assist in troubleshooting and problem-solving to maintain production flow.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation and participate in 6S/continuous-improvement activities.
• Support the training of team members by sharing equipment and process knowledge.
• Enter production data into software systems.
• Monitor inventory levels and report material needs.
• Follow established safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment.
• Inspect products to verify dimensional accuracy and workmanship.

Skills

Written instructions

Operate production machinery

Shop math

Visual quality inspection

Data entry basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Thickness gauges

Scales

Tape measures

Job description

The Special Projects Operator at R.E. Darling Co., Inc. in Tucson, AZ performs hands-on rubber and composite production.

This is a physical role requiring standing, bending, and lifting up to 75 pounds, with some areas using respirators. You will collaborate with production, technical, and quality teams to ensure materials are processed accurately and safely. You will follow work orders, operate presses, autoclaves, ovens, and hand tools, and record production data.