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:

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

  
  

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  Follow Work Orders

  
  


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

  
  


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

  
  


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

  
  


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  Responsible for meeting or exceeding all established quality standards

  
  


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

  
  


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

  
  


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  Document actions by completing production and quality forms

  
  


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  Contributes to team effort by accomplishing other tasks as needed
  

  
  

Experiences / Skills Required:

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

  
  


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  Demonstrates effective listening skills.

  
  


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

  
  


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

  
  


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  Adaptability and willingness to perform all given duties.

  
  


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

  
  


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

  
  


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

  
  


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  Must be able to multi-task

  
  


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  Excellent hand eye coordination

  
  

Requirements:

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  High school degree or GED equivalent

  
  


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  Manufacturing experience preferred

  
  

Physical Requirements:

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  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.