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).