Production Operator

Hexcel • Kent, WA

26d • $20 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advance composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and engineered core. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices and R&D centers around the globe. Become a part of the “strength within.” Hexcel is currently seeking a Production Operator for our Kent, WA , USA location. This person will have an immediate opportunity to grow with Hexcel. They will perform multiple production and production support functions such as lamination, finishing, trimming, and other various duties associated with the manufacturing of aerospace parts. Summary pay range: $20.00 – $28.59 hourly wage rate. The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations: Operation of industrial equipment, such as band-type saws, cutting tables, and forklift trucks, and hand tools requiring advanced mechanical skills. All positions work in a team environment to produce high quality composite parts in a timely manner. Operators are expected to be able to work both independently and with a high degree of detail and accuracy. Read and interpret engineering blueprints, work orders and area work instructions from text, drawings, and computer/internet. Use engineering drawings, manufacturing plans and work orders while fulfilling multiple tasks within specified timelines. Manage priorities and meet deadlines with 100% accuracy in a multi-task environment. Follow oral and written instructions and write record processes as required. Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures. Regularly exhibit customer service-oriented approach, and responds to requests with a sense of urgency. Proactive, self-motivated, and able to recognize issues and resolve or escalate appropriately.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Applicants must show a stable work history, preferably in manufacturing and ability to work well with others in a team-oriented environment.
• Must have basic math skills including fractions and percentages.
• Must be able to work with chemicals, sealants, paints and cleaners on a regular basis.
• Must possess basic computer skills.
• Production employees must be able to work all shifts.
• A post-offer drug test and physical is required.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.
• Employees are often required to lift large, awkward tools that weigh up to 35 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• U.S. citizen, U.S. national, person lawfully admitted for permanent residence, temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, person admitted in refugee status, or person granted asylum.

Responsibilities

• Operation of industrial equipment, such as band-type saws, cutting tables, and forklift trucks, and hand tools requiring advanced mechanical skills.
• Work in a team environment to produce high quality composite parts in a timely manner.
• Work both independently and with a high degree of detail and accuracy.
• Read and interpret engineering blueprints, work orders and area work instructions from text, drawings, and computer/internet.
• Use engineering drawings, manufacturing plans and work orders while fulfilling multiple tasks within specified timelines.
• Manage priorities and meet deadlines with 100% accuracy in a multi-task environment.
• Follow oral and written instructions and write record processes as required.
• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures.
• Regularly exhibit customer service-oriented approach, and responds to requests with a sense of urgency.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to recognize issues and resolve or escalate appropriately.

Benefits

• Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
• Hexcel also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees