Production Technician (Filming)

About the role

We’re looking for motivated individuals to join our team and learn the fundamentals of composite production in the Filming area. This entry-level role is designed to give you hands-on experience with production machinery, including setup, safe operation, monitoring, and basic maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operation, tear down, and troubleshooting of filming equipment on a daily basis.
• Aid with machine operation to ensure smooth and efficient running and production of quality products.
• Frequent respirator use, as well as other PPE.
• Utilize a variety of hand tools to accomplish primary job functions including (but not limited to) scrapers, edged and/or cutting tools, and carts to move material.
• Learn to operate production equipment computer interface and process monitoring systems.
• Assist in the inspection of products during production runs.
• Work with others to achieve an atmosphere of teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Clean machine to ensure proper running and operation.
• Create and/or complete necessary production related paperwork.
• Provide accurate and timely turnover information to the oncoming shift.
• Maintain work area(s) in a clean and orderly condition.
• Operate equipment including forklift, hoist, etc. to move materials and supplies.
• Participate in team meetings.
• Perform other related production duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous production experience strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong situational awareness, ensuring safe surroundings and consistent quality of work.
• Ability to utilize interpersonal and teamwork skills, perform basic mathematical computations, follow directions and to understand and apply work specifications in the completion of work tasks.
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve at an intermediate level.
• Professional and effective communication skills with colleagues and leadership.
• Ability to utilize/operate a computer, peripheral equipment and applicable software.
• Basic Knowledge of safety techniques, practices and procedures.
• Strong preference for hazardous chemicals knowledge and/or experience.
• Strong written communication skills, ensuring accurate and consistent record keeping.

Skills

• Situational awareness
• Interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Basic mathematical computations
• Problem solving
• Communication skills
• Computer usage
• Safety techniques

Benefits

• Coverage for Health Benefits start the first day of the month after hire date.
• Medical and prescription coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island.
• Vision Coverage- VSP.
• Dental Coverage – Delta Dental.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Vacation, PTO, and floating holidays available after 90 days of employment.
• 401K with employer match.
• Life, accident, and short term disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement after 1 year.

Pay

$24.00 - $27.00Compensation is reexamined on an annual basis$3.00 per hour shift premium for night shift (5:45pm - 6:00am)

Schedule

2-2-3 Schedule from 5:45am to 6:00pm (Day Shift) / 5:45pm - 6:00am (Night Shift)

Physical Requirements

• The ability to hear, speak, use hands/fingers and the repetitive motions of hands/wrists is frequent.
• Ability to frequently lift/push/pull 16 lbs.
• Frequently be able to stand for up to 12 hours.
• Accurate visual acuity, with or without corrective lenses, to ensure safety and quality standards are met.
• Ability to frequently climb stairs, bend at the waist, kneel, twist and reach.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment for extended periods of time.
• Ability to be respirator fit and wear respirator.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

Environmental

• Job tasks are usually performed in a production environment.
• Ability to work in a warm humid environment.
• Works with potentially hazardous materials including epoxy resins and/or components.
• May be required to wear personal protective equipment for extended periods of time.

Compliance with US Export Control Regulations

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). In order to comply with these regulations, applicants for employment must be a “U.S. Person” as defined by the ITAR and/or EAR. The definition of “US Person” includes U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.