Production Operator

Job Title: Production Operator

Site: Salem, NH

Shift(s): 8-hour shift - Days & Nights

Purpose of Position:

The person hired for the position of Production Operator is responsible for following documented procedures for manufacturing, equipment operation, assembly and inspection of Thermoplastic composite Ballistic Helmets under minimal supervision.

Additional tasks may be required in order to to assist in the development of new employees, new products and projects led by Engineering and Quality personnel.


The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Work will be performed in an industrial manufacturing environment.


Key Responsibilities:

Observe all TWC Safety rules and regulations

Observe all TWC Employee Guidelines, as outlined in the Employee Handbook

Be fully trained and certified to be able to operate in a minimum of three work centers, while maintaining a quality level of 95% or better for aspects under operator control (ex: Final Inspection, Trimming, Molding (rotary or inline), Kitting, and or Forming

Demonstrate a level of knowledge required to make decisions and adjustments when required, under operational and or quality management oversight.

Proactively initiates personal learning in additional work areas and manufacturing processes


Other duties may be assigned.

Background & Skills:

Minimum 1 year of manufacturing experience
Possess a High School Diploma/GED or higher
5S experience
Strong communication and intrapersonal skills
Must be able to work in a Team Environment
Disciplined, problem-solver, logical thinking, troubleshooting team player with a strong work ethic

This position will/may require:
Weekend work
Working overtime
Working on holidays
Short notice shift coverage
Working 8-hour shifts
Continuously (67%-100%) moves about between areas and tasks, standing/walking up to 12 hrs./day. Frequently (34%-66%) lifts up to 10 lbs. and occasionally (0%-33%) lifts 11-24 lbs.


About Avon Technologies :

We are a world leader in protective equipment, with a reputation for innovative design, high-performance quality and specialist materials expertise. Our two brands, Avon Protection and Team Wendy, supply our respiratory and head protection portfolio to customers across the globe from our manufacturing sites in the UK and North America. At Avon Technologies, we recognize that our success relies on the collective efforts of our talented team. As an organization, we welcome individuals who embody our #FIERCE company values - fearlessness, integrity, excellence, resilience, collaboration, and the ability to execute.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

• Flexible Schedule
• Generous paid time off
• Competitive Compensation Package
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Bonus Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401k Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Mentorship Program
• Supplemental plans
• Company-paid life and AD&D
• Medical/Dental/Vision

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserved the right to modify, add or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary.

Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, technologies subjected to the regulations/compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws.


U.S. Export Control laws and U.S. Government Department of Defense contracts and sub-contracts impose certain restrictions on companies and their ability to share export-controlled and other technology and services with certain "non-U.S. persons" (persons who are not U.S. citizens or nationals, lawful permanent residents of the U.S., refugees, "Temporary Residents" (granted Amnesty or Special Agricultural Worker provisions), or persons granted asylum (but excluding persons in nonimmigrant status such as H-1B, L-1, F-1, etc.) or non-U.S. citizens.


To comply with these laws, and in conjunction with the review of candidates for those positions within Avon that may present access to export controlled technical data, Avon must assess employees' U.S. person status, as well as citizenship(s).


The questions asked in this application are intended to assess this and will be used for evaluation purposes only. Failure to provide the necessary information in this regard will result in our inability to consider you further for this particular position. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at Avon's sole election.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without a sponsorship for employment visa status (e.e. H1B status).

EOE, Including Vet/Disability