Rigger, Manufacturing ​/ Production

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R - Customer Support Full Time Pensacola, FL, US

5 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $18.00 To $22.00 Annually

The Parachute Rigger is focused on inspecting, assembling, folding, and packing parachutes according to specifications. The Rigger will be rigging equipment for airdrops. The Rigger must be very accurate because the result of mistakes could be damaging to the performance of the product. The Rigger is responsible for the safety of the men, women, and equipment entrusted to Paradigm to pack.

This requires incredible attention to detail as chutes of varying sizes must be precisely packed and maintained. In addition to packing chutes, Rigger will take responsibility for maintaining the materials of the chute as well. This includes patching, sewing, and storage of the chutes, packs, and web gear.

The Senior Parachute Rigger directly to the Parachute Technical Support Team Leader of PARADIGM.

This position is classified as non exempt.

• Performs duties in packing and final assembly of parachutes necessary to assure equipment function. Provides technical guidance to Company & Customer personnel. Inspects parachutes and associated equipment.
• Lead Paradigm’s Government Program Rigging.
• Review/update safety procedures and manuals.
• Ensure compliance with safety and airworthiness standards.
• Under minimal supervision, assembles components by examining connections for correct fit, fastening parts, and sub-assemblies. Perform complex parachute assembly tasks.
• Makes corrections, adjustments, and repairs on parachutes and their accessories as required.
• Packs, repairs, checks, adjusts, and installs parachutes and accessories.
• May operate a tier-lift truck or use a hand truck to move, convey, or hoist shipments from shipping-and-receiving platform to storage or work area.
• The rigger must possess a keen awareness and alertness regarding safety procedures and hazardous materials.
• Performs semi-routine tasks that are non-standard or varied without assistance.
• Inspects all types of parachutes periodically for airworthiness as defined by FAA and/or company specifications and manufactures’ manuals. Unpacks parachutes as required, repairs, or replaces damaged, worn, or broken components, and repacks parachutes.
• Disassembles, replaces parts, cleans, lubricates, reassembles, and packs parachutes as required.
• Assists Engineering and other authorized PARADIGM and vendor personnel in the modification, adjustment, and alteration of parachutes, etc., and in the correction of malfunctioning items.
• Willing to perform any task necessary to ensure the on-time delivery of the product to the customer.
• Willing to cross-train and work in all areas of the assembly operation.
• Presents a positive, professional image at all times and facilitates a strong team working environment.
• Maintains a clean and safe working environment in line with company policies.
• Demonstrates responsible time management and a willingness to embrace continuous improvement culture.
• Respects confidentiality and complies with company policies & procedures.
• Prepare and submit reports to management as assigned by PARADIGM Management.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Management of PARADIGM.

• The preferred candidate will be a Parachute Rigger licensed by the Federal Aviation Administration.
  • If candidate does not have a Parachute Rigger certificate, then they must be willing to attain one in a timely manner agreed on between candidate and Paradigm.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years Parachute Rigging job experience.
• High School…