Production Associate II - 2nd Shift

Pyrotek • Salisbury, NC

17d • Onsite

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, and operating equipment and machinery as needed. The schedule is Monday through Friday, second shift, from 1:15 p.m. to 9:45 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 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 perform measurement and work-material calculations 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.
• Sound judgment and discretion when handling proprietary and confidential information.
• Ability to work independently without significant direction and use resources effectively to solve problems.
• Ability to 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.
• Ability to meet the stated physical and sensory requirements, including lifting and handling materials up to 60 pounds occasionally.

Nice To Haves

• A 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 accurately based on work order instructions and drawings or job prints.
• Assess product quality through precise measurements using tape measures, calipers, micrometers, and other measurement instruments.
• 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