Production Technician; Finishing

Description

Jumpstart your career in composite manufacturing! We’re looking for motivated individuals to join our team and learn the fundamentals of composite production in the Prepreg area. This entry‑level role is designed to give you hands‑on experience with production machinery, including setup, safe operation, monitoring, and basic maintenance. You’ll receive training on quality control standards and gain the skills needed to advance into higher‑level roles.

This is a fast‑paced, highly rewarding position with a successful and long‑standing company in the Tacoma area, and offers excellent compensation and benefits, as well as opportunities for advancement.

• Starting pay: $24.00-$25.20
• Compensation is reexamined on an annual basis
• $3.00 per hour shift premium for night shift (5:45pm – 6:00am)

2-2-3 rotating schedule: 5:45am – 6:00pm (Day Shift) / 5:45pm – 6:00am (Night Shift). These are 12‑hour shifts.

• Set up and validate production machinery for proper operation.
• Assist with machine operation to ensure smooth and efficient running and production of quality products.
• Utilize a variety of hand tools to accomplish primary job functions, including scrapers, cutting tools, and carts to move material.
• Learn to operate production equipment computer interface and process monitoring systems.
• Assist in the inspection of products during production runs.
• Work with others to achieve an atmosphere of teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Clean machine to ensure proper running and operation.
• Create and/or complete necessary production‑related paperwork.
• Provide accurate and timely turnover information to the oncoming shift.
• Maintain work area(s) in a clean and orderly condition.
• Operate equipment including forklift, hoist, etc. to move materials and supplies.
• Participate in team meetings.
• Perform other related production duties as assigned.

• Strong situational awareness, ensuring safe surroundings and consistent quality of work.
• Ability to utilize interpersonal and teamwork skills, perform basic mathematical computations, follow directions and to understand and apply work specifications in the completion of work tasks.
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve at an intermediate level.
• Professional and effective communication skills with colleagues and leadership.
• Ability to utilize/operate a computer, peripheral equipment and applicable software.
• Position requires the ability to read and understand diagrams.
• Basic knowledge of safety techniques, practices and procedures. Strong preference for hazardous chemicals knowledge and/or experience.
• Strong written communication skills, ensuring accurate and consistent record keeping.
• Position requires the ability to read, write, speak and understand English at a level necessary to successfully perform assigned responsibilities.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous production experience strongly preferred.

• The ability to hear, speak, use hands/fingers and repetitive motions of hands/wrists is frequent.
• Ability to occasionally lift/push/pull up to 40 pounds.
• The ability to lift more than 40 lbs as part of a team lift.
• Frequently be able to stand for up to 12 hours.
• Accurate visual acuity, with or without corrective lenses, to ensure safety and quality standards are met.
• Ability to frequently climb stairs, bend at the waist, kneel, twist and reach.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment for extended periods of time.
• Ability to be respirator fit and wear respirator if required.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

• Job tasks are usually performed in a production environment.
• Occasional exposure to a wide range of temperatures.
• Works with potentially hazardous materials including epoxy resins and/or components.
• May require wearing personal protective equipment for extended periods of time.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must be a “U.S. Person” as defined by ITAR and/or EAR.

• Medical and prescription coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
• Vision Coverage – VSP
• Dental Coverage – Delta Dental
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Vacation, PTO, and floating holidays available after 90 days of employment
• 401K with employer match
• Life, accident, and short‑term disability insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.