Production Associate - 1st Shift at Pyrotek

Salisbury, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Machine Operation, Quality Control, Precision Measurement, Blueprint Reading, Preventative Maintenance, Forklift Operation, Basic Mathematics, Computer Literacy, Manual Dexterity, Technical Documentation

Industry

Engineering Services

Description

Company Description Who is Pyrotek? Pyrotek is the most successful global industrial company you’ve never heard of (until now). Pyrotek is a global leader in high temperature materials and our products impact virtually everyone in the developed world. Our global team has worked for decades to deliver new technologies, advanced engineered systems and innovative materials to customers in industries all over the world. The last car, train and plane you rode in were all safer and more energy efficient because of Pyrotek. The beverage cans in your refrigerator are lighter, stronger and infinitely recyclable because of Pyrotek. Join our team and create, improve and innovate the everyday! Job Description Shift: Monday - Friday, 5a - 1:30 pm As a Production Associate, you will be responsible for transforming ceramic material into finished products. Your role is crucial in ensuring efficient and high-quality production processes. Key Responsibilities: Safely operate various production equipment, including vacuum forming machines, hot presses, and CNC machinery. Interpret work orders and specifications to produce ceramic fiber insulating shapes accurately. Set up jobs according to work order instructions and job prints, ensuring optimal production efficiency. Perform quality control checks using precision measurement tools such as tape measures, calipers, and micrometers. Monitor production processes for out-of-tolerance readings and promptly report any discrepancies to supervision. Maintain accurate records of inspection results, raw material usage, and part quantities to support inventory management. Utilize computer terminals on the shop floor to clock in and out of jobs, ensuring proper time tracking. Communicate effectively with supervision regarding any issues, barriers, or equipment malfunctions that may impact production goals. Conduct basic Preventative Maintenance (PM) tasks to ensure equipment cleanliness and operational readiness. Qualifications Education/Experience High School diploma or General Education Development (GED), plus a minimum one (1) year of manufacturing/machine operation experience, preferred. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Technical Skills. Ability to read and interpret basic drawings and work orders, and apply mechanical skills to use required materials, supplies, tools, and equipment. Ability to use hand operated and power tools, and perform tasks with precision and manual dexterity. Basic mechanical and mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division), and ability to apply form of measurement and other work material calculations utilizing a calculator. Ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification. Computer/Applications Skills. Basic computer skills and ability to use a variety of software applications systems and scanning technology to clock in and out of jobs, record labor hours, and track material usage. Core Business Skills. Ability to read and understand documents such as policy manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals. Basic understanding of work/labor scheduling. Physical/Sensory Requirements The following physical activities described here are representative of those required by a Team Member to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation, if feasible, will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of position. While performing the functions of this position, the Team Member is continuously required to talk, hear, and see, regularly required to stand, walk, bend and reach, use hands and fingers to grasp, handle and feel. Frequently lift and/or move materials weighing up to 40 pounds, and occasionally lift, maneuver, or handle materials weighing up to 60 pounds. Communicate effectively in English by telephone, in person and in writing. Effectively use a personal computer, basic calculator, and telephone. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Working Environment While performing the essential responsibilities of this position, Team Member generally will work in a manufacturing environment with frequent exposure to loud noise, moving mechanical parts, and fumes or airborne particles. Periodic exposure to outdoor environment through open doors. PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) such as approved footwear, respirators, safety glasses/goggles, required. Additional Information For a full position description, click HERE. Pyrotek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. California residents please take a moment to review our California Resident Applicant Data Collection Notice

Responsibilities

Transform ceramic materials into finished products using vacuum forming machines, hot presses, and CNC machinery. Perform quality control checks and maintain accurate production and inventory records.