Production Associate - Mandrel Processing

Founded in 1990, Utility Solutions is a designer and manufacturer of hot-line tools and products for the electrical power industry. Our success is based on working as a team to deliver high-quality products and unsurpassed customer service. We believe that each team member contributes directly to our growth and success as a company. Come grow with us!

We are seeking a Production Associate to join our team in Hickory, NC!

Job Summary:

The Fiberglass Production Associate reports to the Production Supervisor. This position focuses on processing fiberglass components correctly and efficiently.

Duties and Essential Job Functions:

• Process and prepare fiberglass components for final assembly: tasks include operating the unwinder, operating the puller, operating the saw, and waxing mandrels, etc.

• Follow Work Orders

• Operate unwinder machine safely according to approved standard operating procedures (SOPs)

• Operate puller machine according to approved standard operating procedures (SOPs)

• Operate fiberglass saw safely according to approved standard operating procedures (SOPs)

• Responsible for meeting or exceeding all established quality standards

• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations

• Conserves resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results

• Document actions by completing production and quality forms

• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing other tasks as needed
  

Experiences / Skills Required:

• Must have the ability to work in a team atmosphere to obtain common goals and objectives.

• Demonstrates effective listening skills.

• Ability to read, comprehend and follow verbal and written instructions.

• Ability to meet deadlines, concentrate and pay close attention to detail.

• Adaptability and willingness to perform all given duties.

• Strong safety orientation.  Perform all tasks in a safe and responsible manner.

• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints and specifications provided by engineering.

• Basic understanding of conventional measuring tools and techniques, to assure compliance with technical specifications.

• Must be able to multi-task

• Excellent hand eye coordination

Requirements:

• High school degree or GED equivalent

• Manufacturing experience preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Production environment: dust and grease are common. Significant risks from equipment and environment require constant care and vigilance.  Be able to stand for long periods of time and carry up to 50+ lbs.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and hand tools to assemble parts and to reach with hands and arms.

Schedule: 
6:00am-4:30pm Monday-Thursday

Pay:

$16-18/hr

Note: Some production associate positions are temp-to-hire working 520 hours through our associated agency depending on business needs.