Production Operator (2nd Shift)

Overview

Element has an opportunity for a Production Operator to join our rapidly expanding team. The Production Operator performs functions related to fabricating, assembling, and performing composite layup under minimum supervision. This position requires availability for overtime and occasional Saturdays. The position is on the 2nd shift.

Responsibilities

• Works from process sheets or verbal instructions to identify type and sequence of operations needed to construct parts meeting contractual requirements.
• Prepares tooling/fixturing used for fabrication and coupon testing.
• Operates standard equipment to remedy in-process conditions such as excess or insufficient resin, trapped air pockets, or delamination.
• Prepares ingredients such as resins, catalysts, fillers, accelerators, and colors according to process.
• Sets up and operates forming machines and presses, or laminates plastic cloth and resins or premium impregnated cloth onto layup mold or bonding fixture to shape parts.
• Cuts material to size using shears, knives, cutters, scissors, router, or saw.
• Lays out cutting lines on materials such as sheet stock, fiberglass or core maximum, following template pattern, blueprints, sketches or sample part, using measuring and marking instruments.
• Sets up and operates curing ovens and autoclaves to meet defined objectives as needed.
• Cures product either under heat lamps or in oven, hooking appropriate heat and cooling lines, adjusting steam pressure and water valves as needed.
• Verifies work using verniers, height gauges, dial indicators, micrometers, etc.
• Performs structural testing utilizing mechanical test equipment to verify bond line integrity.
• Utilizes tools, drills, and other concepts to facilitate precision assembly.

Skills / Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma.
• 2-4 years' experience working as a Composite Technician, Assembler, or Machinist in the Aerospace, Auto, or Boat Manufacturing industry preferred.
• Experience reading and interpreting mechanical drawings.
• Good mechanical skills.
• Proficient in using hand tools and power tools for assembly tasks.
• Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Ability to work effectively in an assembly line setting, demonstrating attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Willingness to adhere to safety guidelines and maintain a safe working environment.