Stamping/Press PNF Technician

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.

2nd Shift Power & Free Technician-Chrome Loop Load/Unload

Starting Pay Rate: $24.00(after 3 months $24.50, after 6 months $25.00)

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 3:00pm- 11:pm, with mandatory overtime as needed

Reports To: Press Supervisor

Job Summary

We are currently seeking a dependable and safety-conscious individual to join our 2nd shift team as a Power & Free Technician. This role plays a critical part in the day-to-day movement of parts and materials throughout the facility. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, mechanically inclined, and comfortable working at heights and with heavy materials.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Power & Free system across the entire facility
• Load bumper shells (up to 50 lbs) onto racks—requires reaching up to 7 feet
• Deliver requested parts and racks to various departments as needed
• Monitor the conveyor system via computer to ensure smooth operation
• Troubleshoot system errors and identify jam locations on the rack system
• Perform minor mechanical repairs, including changing stops and cylinders (no electrical work)
• Notify or involve maintenance team when repairs are beyond scope
• Climb vertical ladders and work on a suspended metal floor above ground level
• Safely perform rack work using protective coverings (tarps/cardboard) to prevent tool drops
• Use ladders to reach elevated rack areas when needed
• Swap out damaged racks with repaired ones from maintenance
• Occasionally lift and move heavy racks (requires lifting rack 1–2 feet onto rollers)
• Operate a forklift to move racks in and out of the facility
  
  

Shift is 8 hours. May work overtime up to 10-12 hours. Two 10-minute breaks/ shift and 20-minute meal break. Employees get paid the entire time they are clocked in and do not clock out for breaks, if taken on campus!

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting preferred
• Basic mechanical skills required
• Must be able to work independently and follow safety protocols
• Forklift experience or certification is a plus (or ability to be trained)
  
  

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift heavy items (up to 50 pounds)
• Ability to work at heights and on suspended walkways
• Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, reach above head and below shoulder level, and communicate effectively
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts, wet/humid conditions, fumes, airborne particles, and loud environments
• Occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration
• Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment
  
  

Work Environment

• The work environment is representative of conditions typical for a manufacturing facility. Guardian West is not a climate-controlled facility. Safety precautions must always be followed to reduce exposure to hazards
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts, wet/humid conditions, fumes, airborne particles, and loud environments
• Occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration
  
  

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation time
  
  

What do our employees have to say?

“It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.”

“Lots of growth opportunity.”

“The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.”

Not just a job—a great place to work!

Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.