Utility - Aramid (3rd Shift)

Job Details
Job Location:    500A - ZEELAND, MI
Position Type:    Full Time
Salary Range:    Undisclosed
Job Shift:    3rd shift
Job Category:    Manufacturing

Utility - Aramid (3rd Shift)

As a Utility Operator you are a rover and will be assisting as necessary in preparing and expanding Nomex blocks to meet specifications, trimming blocks, staging blocks for the saw, and assisting with packing orders for shipment.

Currently there is an opening for a Utility in our Aramid division on 3rd shift (10:30p - 6:30a. Sunday - Thursday)

***Training will be required on 1st shift for 4 to 6 weeks: Monday - Friday 6:30AM to 2:30PM

Aramid Utility Operator: Starting at $21.58 per hour on 3rd Shift.

Key Responsibilities:

• Startup/verify secondary equipment (dust collector) is operating.
• Check schedule to determine next order to process.
• Read work order instructions and process specifications.
• Use overhead crane to load/unload Aramid blocks from saw table.
• Trim sides of blocks using a vertical band saw.
• Change saw blades and guides using small hand tools.
• Measure blocks using tape measure.
• Stage blocks for saw operators.
• Inspect blocks and slices for quality issues.
• Select and trim packaging materials to required size using handheld saw or cutting machine.
• Pack orders in corrugated or wood containers according to customer requirements.
• Print and apply labels to packaging.
• Complete associated paperwork.
• Enter process and work order information into computer system to maintain accurate records.
• Monitor equipment and make setup adjustments as necessary.
• Communicate with management representatives regarding any material or equipment concerns. 
• Record production and scrap information on team board charts.
• Assist in performing quarterly inventory checks.
• Assist other departments as necessary.
• Maintain an inventory of supplies.  Notify supervisor when re-order level is reached.
• Provide the customer with the best value including Cost, Quality, and Delivery by being efficient, productive, and careful. 
• Actively participate in improving our product, processes, equipment, and methods. 
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment at all times including waste/scrap removal and cleanup of equipment. 
• Perform all reasonably related duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED Preferred
• Strong attention to detail
• Mechanically inclined
• Ability to work overtime.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be eligible to work on programs subject to ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations). 

Benefits

Plascore is an established global manufacturer of honeycomb core, composite structures, and cleanrooms. Plascore's light weight, industrial strength, honeycomb technology is utilized for a multitude of applications within the aerospace, automotive and marine industries. Plascore is an employee driven organization, fueled by professional teams with dedicated years of service to manufacturing.

Plascore Benefits:

Bonus Programs

• $1,200 Employee Referral Bonus - Paid in monthly increments.
• Quarterly Bonus- based on business unit metrics

Health Benefits

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) with Flex Spending or Health Savings Accounts
  • Free high-deductible health plan for employee only coverage. 
• New Hires are eligible for health insurance benefits on day one
• Company provided short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program- including legal & professional counseling services

Paid Time Off

• Paid and unpaid vacation totaling 6 weeks (years of service determines paid portion)
• 8-week paid sabbatical for every 10 years of service
• Paid Holidays 
• Parental Leave

401(K) & Roth 401(K)

• 50% match up to 6% for all participating employees.

Educational Support

• Tuition Reimbursement for job-related and certificate programs
• Dependent scholarship to cover up to 100% of tuition cost for child dependents
• Use of training grants like GoingPro to allow for professional development 

Childcare

• Flex Spending Account for childcare
• Tri-Share childcare program (2/3 of childcare costs covered)

Company Events

• Annual company picnic
• Annual golf outing
• Annual holiday party

Other Perks

• White-Caps baseball ticket raffles
• Discounts available at: MVP Athletic Club, Stellantis, Bedslide, Enterprise rentals, RX Optical
• Clean work environment
• Smooth pace of work
• Family owned and operated.
• Security of work for an established, growing company that serves a diverse customer base.
• Bi-Weekly Pay

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Plascore to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.  The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process.  If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at   

Plascore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristic. 

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