IPS - AkroFire is seeking a Production Technician (Mold Shop) who will hand mold silicon/neoprene coated fiberglass onto tools according to the specifications of the drawing.

About IPS: Integrated Polymer Solutions is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced materials and engineered components focused exclusively on high-value end markets in aerospace, defense, medical, semiconductors, robotics, energy, and industrial. The group comprises 8 highly respected brands: AkroFire, ABBA Roller, Icon Aerospace Technology, IRP Medical, MAST Technologies, Northern Engineering Sheffield (NES), Rubbercraft, and Swift Textile Metalizing (STM). Our product range includes elastomeric seals, gaskets, tooling, hoses, ablatives, survivability tiles, coatings and tapes, EMI and thermal shielding, electrically conductive metalized fabrics, and encapsulated O-rings.

Job Accountabilities:

• Capable of using small hand tools such as hobby knives and scissors throughout the day
• Using calipers to ensure parts are meeting the drawing
• Maintaining paperwork
• Ability to read drawing and follow work instructions
• Ability to work well with others to ensure parts are completed in a timely manner
• Maintaining a clean and F.O.D. free work area
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Job Specifications:

Education: Requires a High School Diploma/GED or combination of relevant education and work experience may be substituted to meet educational requirements only.

Years’ Experience:

• Entry level – 1-2 years relevant experience in a manufacturing environment or similar preferred

Skills:

• Possesses high mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow instructions explicitly or innovate, depending on the situation.
• Possesses strong problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Possesses knowledge and understanding of continuous improvement environment
• Ability to read design specifications and technical drawings.
• Sitting 70% standing 30% throughout the day
• Able to lift 40 lbs.

Benefits:

At Integrated Polymer Solutions, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

IPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled - Affirmative Action Employer.

This position requires using information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Schedule: Monday - Friday (7 AM - 3 PM)