Industrial Production Technician – Hose Line Operations

Shape the flow of everyday life Imagine stepping onto a production floor backed by a 100-year journey—from Alfred Fain’s 1924 Rhode Island tire store to today’s Teknor Apex, a global custom compo under with nine U.S. sites and operations in Belgium, Singapore, Germany, and China. Still privately owned and led by the founder’s grandson, we’re built on long-standing relationships that drive better solutions for customers worldwide.

Your mission

Keep our hose extrusion lines running safely, efficiently, and to spec. You’ll balance speed with precision, maintain defined run conditions, and document every step—so the team can win, together.

Core impact areas

Safety and housekeeping:
Maintain a clean, orderly area; flag issues immediately.

Quality and sampling:
Take/evaluate samples as required; hold production to established standards.

Throughput and uptime:
Run at target parameters; sustain maximum line speeds and productivity across assigned machines.

Equipment operations:
Operate primary and auxiliary systems for your area.

Communication and documentation:
Inform the crew leader/shift supervisor of any safety, mechanical, or operational problems; complete production, receiving, and QC paperwork accurately and fully.

Flexibility:
Perform additional duties as assigned by the crew leader or supervisor.

Training/Relief leadership

Cover operator breaks and assist with changeovers.

Troubleshoot and solve most operational issues.

Provide clear instructions and on-the-job training to colleagues.

How we work

This is a full-time, on-site role within a team-based manufacturing model. Reliable, on-time attendance is critical to your success and team safety. Based on business needs, mandatory overtime may be required—production areas must be appropriately staffed for safety and may run beyond scheduled shifts or require additional hours outside the normal schedule.

What you’ll need

Read/write proficiency for production reports (legible handwriting; proper spelling/grammar; all communications in English).Ability to follow SOPs and Hose Specifications per batch cards and run conditions.

Math proficiency: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division.

Forklift driving capability.

Physical demands

Lift/handle machine parts up to 50 lbs.

Move/control garden hose reels up to 1200 lbs; strength and stamina for up to 50 repetitions per shift.

Remove and reassemble tooling using basic hand tools; perform essential mechanical tasks efficiently.

Work in summer heat up to 15°F above outside temperatures.

Maintain legible written documentation with correct spelling and grammar.

Bend, stoop, and lift hose, tools, and materials; up to 25 repetitions per shift.

Why Teknor Apex We invest in your growth and recognize your contributions.

Medical, Dental, Vision with extremely low deductibles
85% company-paid low-cost insurance

Wellness program with substantial premium discounts

Up to 7% employer 401(k) contribution

Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays $1,000.00 Sign-on Bonus Pay increases throughout your first year plus annual merit increases

Quarterly Perfect Attendance incentives

Employee Recognition Program – earn points to redeem a wide variety of products

Our promise“Manufacturing is a team sport and we work together to achieve our goals.” ~Jon Fain Legal Teknor  Apex is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status under state or federal laws. Must be 18 years of age or older to work at Teknor Apex.