Production Operator

Job Description Zoltek is looking for Production Operators to join our team in St. Peters, MO in our Carbon Fiber Composite Intermediates facility. Duties will include: Setting-up and operating equipment to process carbon fiber for composite products Resin/polymer mixing, batch mixing, epoxy resin film process, casting epoxy resin film on paper Continuous feeding of batch carbon fiber into machine, inspecting product during production, and inspecting finished goods before shipment. Packaging, labeling, documentation. Keep equipment and work area safe, clean and organized, participate in safety culture. Effectively communicate with shift foremen and co-workers. Work Schedule: The full-time operator positions work 12-hour shifts. Night shift schedule is 6 pm to 6am, day shift is 6am to 6pm. The work week is an alternating 36 or 48 hours (12 hour shifts rotating on a 2 weeks cycle: 2 on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off) resulting in 3 day weekends every other week and some built in overtime. Qualifications Graduation from high school or a GED is required Experience of 1 year or more in manufacturing or a factory environment is strongly desired Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations, read and interpret documents, follow procedures, document information, communicate effectively with foreman and co-workers Ability to work in quick-paced production environment; troubleshoot and take effective corrective action to resolve problems Maintain a safe and ethical work environment, work as a team member Ability to lift, turn, bend, reach, pull, walk, and stand for periods of time. Additional Information Compensation: The starting rate for this role is $12.00 per hour with opportunities for performance based increases. Zoltek also offers a competitive benefits package, including: Medical plan Vision insurance Flexible spending accounts Paid Time Off Holiday pay Tuition assistance program Short term and long term disability coverage Employee assistance program Optional life insurance 401(k) program. Zoltek is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides a drug free work place. #J-18808-Ljbffr Zoltek Corporation