Production Operator

Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advanced composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs, and engineered core. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at our Kent, WA, USA location as a Production Operator
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This person will have an immediate opportunity to grow with Hexcel, performing multiple production and production support functions such as lamination, finishing, trimming, and other various duties associated with the manufacturing of aerospace parts. The hourly wage rate is $19.50 – $25.42.

Responsibilities:

• Operation of industrial equipment, such as band-type saws, cutting tables, and forklift trucks, and hand tools requiring advanced mechanical skills.
• Work in a team environment to produce high-quality composite parts in a timely manner.
• Ability to work both independently and with a high degree of detail and accuracy.
• Read and interpret engineering blueprints, work orders, and area work instructions from text, drawings, and computer/internet.
• Use engineering drawings, manufacturing plans, and work orders while fulfilling multiple tasks within specified timelines.
• Manage priorities and meet deadlines with 100% accuracy in a multi-task environment.
• Follow oral and written instructions and write record processes as required.
• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures.
• Regularly exhibit customer service-oriented approach, and respond to requests with a sense of urgency.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to recognize issues and resolve or escalate appropriately.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Stable work history, preferably in manufacturing, and ability to work well with others in a team-oriented environment.
• Basic math skills, including fractions and percentages.
• Ability to work with chemicals, sealants, paints, and cleaners on a regular basis.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work all shifts.
• Post-offer drug test and physical required.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.

Hexcel offers a competitive Total Rewards package, including base pay, variable compensation opportunities, health insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement savings plans, and more. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and 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.