Production Associate II - 2nd Shift

Pyrotek • Salisbury, NC

6h

About The Position

The Production Associate performs basic production tasks at various stages of processing ceramic material into finished and semi-finished products. Tasks may include mixing and decanting, assembling, inspecting and packaging, as well as operating equipment and machinery as needed. The schedule is Monday through Friday, from 1:15 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. (second shift).

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of one year of manufacturing or machine operation experience is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret basic drawings and work orders, and apply mechanical skills to use required materials, supplies, tools, and equipment.
• Ability to use hand-operated and power tools and perform tasks with precision and manual dexterity.
• Basic mechanical and mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; ability to calculate measurements and work-material quantities using a calculator.
• Ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use software applications and scanning technology to clock in and out of jobs, record labor hours, and track material usage.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion when handling proprietary and confidential information.
• Ability to work independently, use resources effectively, and read and understand policy manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.
• Basic understanding of work and labor scheduling.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English by telephone, in person, and in writing.
• Ability to use a personal computer, basic calculator, and telephone.
• Physical ability to continuously talk, hear, and see; regularly stand, walk, bend, reach, and use hands and fingers to grasp, handle, and feel; frequently lift or move materials up to 40 pounds; and occasionally lift, maneuver, or handle materials up to 60 pounds.
• Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of one year of manufacturing or machine operation experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently perform production activities, including vacuum forming, mixing and decanting, assembling, inspecting and packaging, and hot press and CNC operations.
• Read and interpret work orders and specifications to fabricate vacuum-formed ceramic fiber insulating shapes.
• Set up jobs safely and accurately according to work orders, instructions, drawings, and job prints.
• Assess product quality using precise measurements and instruments such as tape measures, calipers, and micrometers.
• Perform quality checks, identify out-of-tolerance readings, and promptly notify supervision of discrepancies.
• Record inspection data, raw material usage, and part quantities accurately to support system transactions and inventory management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED