Production Technician I

Toray Advanced Composites•Morgan Hill, CA

13d•$22 - $25

About The Position

Toray Advanced Composites is hiring an entry-level Production Technician I to support the production department by assisting senior operators. The technician learns and follows Toray’s quality standards, checks for defects, conducts hourly machine checks, and identifies quality issues with oversight from senior technicians. Duties also include packaging rolls, obtaining raw materials and packaging supplies, preparing products for processing by wrapping and labeling them, and loading and unloading equipment. With close supervision and as experience develops, the technician follows detailed instructions, helps set up and operate machines used for advanced composite materials, prioritizes routine tasks, and troubleshoots minor production-related issues. The technician escalates equipment and production issues to a Lead or Supervisor, follows personal protective equipment and other safety procedures, maintains a clean and safe work area, and disposes of hazardous waste in the designated area. Responsibilities may change with or without advance notice. The position offers day, swing, and graveyard shifts. Swing shift has a 10% differential and graveyard shift has a 15% differential, both on top of hourly base pay. The stated salary range is $22.00–$25.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
0 to 1 year of experience working with composites or in a production department.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Math and basic computer skills; a math test is given during the interview.
Ability to convert grams to pounds.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions for machine operation.
Clear written and verbal communication in English.
Ability to work and communicate as part of a team.
Ability to maintain work areas in a neat, orderly, and safe manner.
Ability to lift up to 55 pounds.
Excellent attendance and ability to work overtime, weekends, and off shifts when needed.

Responsibilities

Follow instructions and work under close supervision to complete allocated tasks.
With oversight, set up and operate machines for advanced composite materials.
Escalate equipment and production issues by notifying the Lead or Supervisor.
Check for defects on the production line and conduct hourly machine checks.
Review and understand the quality process and identify quality issues with senior oversight.
Follow safety procedures, including use of personal protective equipment where relevant.
Dispose of hazardous waste in the proper area.
Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe working environment.
Prepare products for processing by wrapping and labeling them.
Load and unload product from equipment.
Package rolls and obtain raw materials and packaging supplies.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Lead, Supervisor, or designee.
Move and lift materials weighing approximately 55 pounds.