Machine Operator I

With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advanced lightweight composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and engineered core and composite structures. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices, and R&D centers around the globe. Become a part of the “strength within."

ARC Technologies LLC, a Hexcel company, is the leading manufacturer of radio frequency (RF) and electromagnetic interference (EMI) absorbing materials for defense and wireless applications worldwide and part of Hexcel, a global leader in advanced composites technology.

Hexcel is currently seeking a Machine Operator I - 2nd Shift for our Amesbury, MA location.

Pay Range: $23.36 - $27.76 per hour PLUS $4 per hour shift differential for 2nd shift (Monday-Friday 3:00PM-11:30PM)

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the setup, breakdown, operation and troubleshooting of an assigned machine within the Thermoplastics department that includes injection molding, twin screw extruder and thermoforming equipment.
• In process quality control of products using measuring devices.
• Consistently achieves productivity and quality expectations within their work cell.
• Consistently and accurately maintain electronic and written production records to maintain production order tracking, material traceability and consumption.  
• Package product and monitor the process.
• Proactively participate in our safety-first culture.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent, required.
• Experience running industrial equipment and mechanically inclined.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions.
• Must be able to read basic measurements devices and perform mathematical equations.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to work efficiently independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Security Clearance a plus
• Ability to read and interpret part drawings is a plus

This position is restricted to U.S. citizens due to U.S. government contract regulations that require the employment of only persons who are U.S. citizens. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.

Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected class.