Manufacturing Technician (Paraplast/Plaster) - Swing

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician (Paraplast) Job Status: Full Time

Department: Operations Reports To: Value Stream Manager

FLSA Status: Non-exempt Travel Requirements: None

Work Schedule: M-F 2:00PM – 10:30PM Location: Hayden, ID

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Manufacturing Technician in Paraplast uses various machines and hand tools to create molds to make composite parts. The successful candidate will ensure that products are produced on time, safely, and meet or exceed quality standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications to cut/form parts
• Ability to use various hand tools (band saws, drills, rotary cutting disk, and air tools)
• Ensure all necessary parts and materials are present
• Visually inspect finished parts for quality
• Clean part per specifications
• Participate in continuous improvement activities through implementation of change management process and best practices
• Assist with standard operating procedures for all production operations
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Replace all tools and materials when job(s) are complete
• Properly dispose of any/all hazardous materials
• Ensure all health and safety guidelines are followed
• Utilize all mandatory personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Other duties as assigned

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated success in production within a fast-paced, technically focused environment is essential.
• Must be results-oriented and demonstrate analytical thinking, innovation, flexibility in dealing with changing and ambiguous situations.
• Demonstrated success working in highly collaborative multi-function environment.

COMPETENCIES:

Initiative & Problem Solving

• Proactively identifies issues and implements thoughtful, effective solutions
• Improves processes independently and considers impacts before acting

Teamwork & Relationship Building

• Builds respectful, inclusive relationships and communicates professionally
• Supports a positive team environment by valuing diverse input and collaboration

Safety Focus

• Follows safety protocols, completes all safety actions/training, and promotes a safety-first mindset

Job Knowledge & Technical Expertise

• Applies strong job knowledge, delivers accurate work, and uses tools efficiently
• Maintains high standards and keeps skills current

Results Orientation

• Prioritizes effectively, meets deadlines, and stays focused under pressure
• Owns outcomes and responds well to challenges

Continuous Improvement

• Actively participates in Lean/CI efforts and drives improvement without being asked
• Brings a positive mindset to change and process enhancement

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.

Experience: Minimum 6 months’ previous work experience in manufacturing, forklift certification a plus

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear, reach with hands and arms, stand, walk, push, and pull. The employee is regularly required to perform repetitive motions.

The employee is frequently required to push, pull, and/or lift up to 30 pounds, and occasionally push, pull, and/or lift up to 50 pounds. The employee is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity where the job is at or within arm’s reach.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, dust, fumes or airborne particles and varying temperatures.

Will be required to wear protective gear and follow proper safety precautions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud at times.

Unitech Composites is an equal opportunity employer.