Production Technician

Toray Plastics (America), Inc. • North Kingstown, RI

6h • Onsite

About The Position

Toray seeks team members who are hardworking, passionate about their work, and energetic problem-solvers with a "can-do" attitude. They value creative thinkers who want to implement new ideas and pursue rewarding careers with skill development and organizational progression. Many employees have long tenures. Covid Vaccination is preferred but not required. Toray Plastics (America), Inc. is a $450 million subsidiary of the Japan-based Toray Group, a global manufacturer of synthetic fibers, carbon fibers, plastics, and chemicals, employing over 45,000 people in 26 countries with annual sales exceeding US$21 billion. TPA's films businesses in Rhode Island and foams division in Virginia are global leaders, providing innovative products for consumer and industrial applications worldwide. TPA is committed to environmental, social, and corporate governance.

Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 pounds on a repetitive basis
• Ability to push/pull 1500 pounds using wheeled cart or conveyor rollers
• Ability to work 12 hour shift, possibly nights only or rotating depending on Business Unit
• Ability to work required, mandatory overtime
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, possibly up to 12 hours
• Some Computer Skills required

Nice To Haves

• High School or GED preferred but not required
• Experience operating a forklift is preferred
• Manufacturing Experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow all safety rules.
• Able to safely operate forklifts, motorized pallets jacks, and other heavy equipment by passing training segments and certifications associated with each unit.
• Perform equipment checks and document findings in inspections sheets.
• Wrap, package and label the finished product for preparation and final shipment.
• Maintain proper written records of materials processed through the area.
• Maintain plant cleanliness, AIB standards, and 5S initiatives.
• Willing to work in other areas of the plant when needed to help plant operations.
• Able to use basic hand tools for functions of the job.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• Excellent comprehensive benefits package effective on the 1st of the month following date of hire (Medical, Vision Dental, Life insurance)
• 401k - 4% match on the first 8% of individual contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Shift Pay Differential
• Overtime pay - time and a half and double time pay
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• We offer a $1,200.00 Employee Referral Bonus Program payout to both referral and employee
• Advancement Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees