Production Technician

Your Responsibilities Will Be

• Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment and assembly processes related to fiberglass production, ensuring that production targets are consistently met.
• Actively participate in production and productivity meetings to discuss performance, address challenges, and implement improvements.
• Set up tools and machines specifically for fiberglass production runs, including fiber layup and cutting of raw and hardened materials.
• Read and interpret blueprints accurately, with a strong emphasis on tape measure reading and fractional measurements to ensure precision in fiberglass component fabrication.
• Inspect fiberglass components and finished products for quality, documenting measurements and pass/fail criteria as per company standards.
• Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment to ensure optimal operation and minimal downtime.
• Document production data, including scrap rates, equipment downtime, and any process deviations to maintain accurate records.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards specific to fiberglass fabrication, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Undertake additional duties and tasks as assigned to support the fiberglass fabrication team.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred experience in manufacturing, specifically within fiberglass or composite fabrication, or assembly processes.
• Basic mechanical skills, including proficiency with hand tools and measurement devices relevant to fiberglass work.
• Strong ability to read tape measures and work with fractional measurements in relation to blueprint specifications.
• Familiarity with safety protocols related to fiberglass handling and production.
• Strong communication skills, capable of engaging with all levels of staff and clients effectively.
• Willingness to work extended hours as needed to meet project deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences, including those without a technical background.

Work Environment This position is based in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, machinery, moving equipment and other standard industrial conditions, and is required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE).

Physical Demands Positions in this function typically require standing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Ability to lift up to 50lbs. Concentrated mental and/or visual attention. The work involves close accuracy and visual awareness. Compliance with company attendance standards. Incumbents may be subjected to moving tow motors, electrical currents, glue, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions.