Production Technician; Prepreg

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 Finishing 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, offering excellent compensation, benefits, and opportunities for advancement. If you’re eager to learn, ready to work with a supportive team, and looking to build a career in manufacturing, this is your opportunity.

• Hourly: $24.00 - $27.00
• Compensation is reexamined on an annual basis
• $3.00 per hour shift premium for night shift (5:45 pm – 6:00 am)

2‑2‑3 rotating schedule from 5:45 am to 6:00 pm (Day Shift) / 5:45 pm to 6:00 am (Night Shift). These 12‑hour shifts follow a 2 on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off rotation for both day and night shifts.

• Read and follow work instructions; moderate proficiency with computers and software.
• Maintain high attention to detail.
• Frequent movement, standing, and pushing/pulling; able to stand for extended periods.
• Understand and meet quality expectations.
• Follow safety procedures consistently.
• Work independently and as part of a team with moderate supervision; perform duties with minimal guidance.

• Situational awareness ensuring safe surroundings and consistent quality.
• Interpersonal and teamwork skills; perform basic mathematical computations; follow directions; understand and apply work specifications.
• Intermediate troubleshooting and problem‑solving.
• Professional and effective communication with colleagues and leadership.
• Operate a computer, peripheral equipment, and applicable software.
• 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; accurate and consistent record keeping.
• Comfortable reading an analog clock.
• Read, write, speak, and understand English at a level necessary to perform assigned responsibilities.
• Work independently or in small teams (2‑3).

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

• Ability to hear, speak, use hands/fingers, and perform repetitive hand/wrist motions frequently.
• Lift/push/pull up to 40 lbs occasionally; lift more than 40 lbs as part of a team lift.
• Stand for up to 12 hours frequently.
• Accurate visual acuity, with or without corrective lenses.
• Climb stairs, bend at waist, kneel, twist, and reach frequently.
• Wear personal protective equipment for extended periods.
• Fit respirator and wear respirator if required.
• Perform essential functions with or without accommodation.

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

This position requires use of information 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/EAR (U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or someone lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum).

• 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.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Life, accident, and short‑term disability insurance.

Coverage for health benefits starts the first day of the month after hire date. A full list of benefits will be provided with all offers of employment.

This employer is an equal opportunity employer and protects veterans, individuals with disabilities. The 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.