Production Operator I / 3rd Shift

The Production Operator I position in Forest City, NC operates production equipment to manufacture hydraulic hose and has four main components. The job reports to the shift Manufacturing Supervisor.

This is a 3rd Shift Position.

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following.

• Stencil & Inspect: Operates the stencil machine to put the appropriate model and lot number on the hose and inspects it for any defects during this process.
• Finishing (Cut/Coil & Eject/Test): Ejects mandrel from the hose by using water pressure, and proof tests hose to make sure that it meets specifications. Cuts the hose at the appropriate place on the reel, and coils the hose to prepare it for shipping.
• Mandrel Prep (Rubber & Grilon): Prepares rubber and/or grilon mandrel for the rubber to be shaped around during the extrusion process.
• Braid (Horizontal & Vertical): Operates braider machines to interweave two or more strands of yarn to provide reinforcement for the hose before the cover process.

Required (Basic) Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship
• Must be local - no relocation offered

Preferred Qualifications

• One year or more manufacturing experience preferred
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work successfully in team environment

Job Criteria

• In addition to machine operations, maintains a safe, clean and orderly work environment through effective housekeeping, 5S and TPM practices. Job performance measures include safety, quality, inventory, on time delivery and productivity

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Paid Time Off
• 401k Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Personal insurance
• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
• Employee Referral Program

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

If this role excites you, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.