Utility- Aramid (2nd Shift)
- Location
- 500A - ZEELAND, MI 49464
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Last seen
- Oct 16, 2026
About the role
As a Utility Operator you are a rover and will be assisting as necessary in preparing and expanding Nomex blocks to meet specifications, trimming blocks, staging blocks for the saw, and assisting with packing orders for shipment.
***SIGN ON BONUS***
$1200 FOR THIS ROLE ONLY.
$100 EVERY 30 DAYS YOU WORK UNTIL 1 YEAR ($1200).
Currently there is an opening for a Utility in our Aramid division on 2nd Shift (Monday - Friday 2:30PM to 10:30PM)
***Training required on 1st shift (Monday - Friday 6:30AM to 2:30PM for 4 to 6 weeks)***
Aramid Utility Operator: Starting at $22.58 per hour on 2nd Shift.
Key Responsibilities:
- Startup/verify secondary equipment (dust collector) is operating.
- Check schedule to determine next order to process.
- Read work order instructions and process specifications.
- Use overhead crane to load/unload Aramid blocks from saw table.
- Trim sides of blocks using a vertical band saw.
- Change saw blades and guides using small hand tools.
- Measure blocks using tape measure.
- Stage blocks for saw operators.
- Inspect blocks and slices for quality issues.
- Select and trim packaging materials to required size using handheld saw or cutting machine.
- Pack orders in corrugated or wood containers according to customer requirements.
- Print and apply labels to packaging.
- Complete associated paperwork.
- Enter process and work order information into computer system to maintain accurate records.
- Monitor equipment and make setup adjustments as necessary.
- Communicate with management representatives regarding any material or equipment concerns.
- Record production and scrap information on team board charts.
- Assist in performing quarterly inventory checks.
- Assist other departments as necessary.
- Maintain an inventory of supplies. Notify supervisor when re-order level is reached.
- Provide the customer with the best value including Cost, Quality, and Delivery by being efficient, productive, and careful.
- Actively participate in improving our product, processes, equipment, and methods.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment at all times including waste/scrap removal and cleanup of equipment.
- Perform all reasonably related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED Preferred
- Strong attention to detail
- Mechanically inclined
- Ability to work overtime.
Additional Requirements:
- Must be eligible to work on programs subject to ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations).
