Swing shift Production Technician 1

Star Staffing; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Star Staffing in Fairfield, CA is hiring Production Technicians for a full-time swing shift from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM. Pay ranges from $22 to $25 per hour DOE.

You will support the production department, learn quality standards, perform machine setup under supervision, and assist with packaging, labeling, and safety procedures. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and communicate in English is required.

This position offers steady hours and opportunities to grow in a composites manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 months of experience working with composites or production (preferred).
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Math and basic computer skills required (Math test is given during interview).
• Ability to convert grams to pounds.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions for machine operation.
• Must be able to communicate clearly (written and verbally) in English.

Responsibilities

• Follow instructions and work under close supervision to complete the allocated tasks.
• With oversight, set up and operate machines for advanced composite materials.
• Escalates equipment and production issues by notifying the Lead and/or Supervisor.
• Understand how to check for defects on the line and perform hourly checks of the machine.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and properly wrap and label products.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Math and basic computer skills

English communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Now Hiring Production Technicians in Fairfield, CA

Pay -$22 - $25 an hour DOE

Full-time

SHIFT SCHEDULE Swing shift 2pm to 10:30pm

Our client is a leading supplier of advanced composite materials for the aerospace, sporting goods, motorsport, and industrial markets. You will find our thermoset composite products on nearly every satellite, space launch vehicle, unmanned aircraft, military and commercial aircraft in production today. Client also provides composites materials to industrial and recreational applications including mountain bikes, medical prosthetics, and sports equipment.

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS

Production Technician I will support the production department by assisting the senior-level technicians. Duties include learning client's quality standard by understanding how to check for defects and hourly checks of the machine. Entry technicians will review the quality process and find quality issues with oversight from senior technicians. Additionally, the technician will package rolls and retrieve required items for production. As time progresses, the Production Technician I should be able to follow detailed instructions and work under close supervision to complete allocated tasks. Tasks would include setting up the machine with full oversight, being able to prioritize routine tasks to improve efficiency, and troubleshooting minor production-related issues. Additionally, the technician should be able to follow procedures which include the use of personal protection equipment. The Production Technician I will be trained and expected to dispose of hazmat waste safely in the proper area. Roles and responsibilities are subject to change.

MAJOR DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS

• Operations: Follow instructions and work under close supervision to complete the allocated tasks With oversight, set up and operate machines for advanced composite materials Escalates equipment and production issues by notifying the Lead and/or Supervisor
• Quality: Understand how to check for defects on the line Hourly checks of the machine Review and understand the quality process and identify quality issues with senior oversight
• Safety Follow safety procedures for PPE (personal protection equipment) Dispose of hazmat waste in the proper area Maintain a clean working environment
• Other: Preparation (wrapping and labeling) of the product for processing, loading, and unloading product from the equipment Embraces continuous improvement to ensure the overall success Perform other duties as assigned by the Lead and/or Supervisor or designee Movement and lifting up to approx. 551bs of materials

EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent
• At least 3 months of experience working with composites or production (preferred)
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Math and basic computer skills required (Math test is given during interview)
• Ability to convert grams to pounds
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions for machine operation
• Must be able to communicate clearly (written and verbally) in English
• Able to work and communicate as a team
• Maintain work areas in a neat, orderly, and safe manner
• Must be capable of lifting up to 50lbs
• Excellent attendance; ability to work overtime, weekends, and off shifts when needed