Manufacturing Associate III- 2nd Shift

PARKER CHOMERICS is a global supplier of EMI shielding, thermal interface materials, plastics and optical products. We offer a worldwide network of applications engineering support, manufacturing facilities, and sales offices. With stocking and fabrication on five continents, our products are available anytime, anywhere.

With Headquarters in Woburn, MA, Parker Chomerics is part of a global Fortune 250 company but has a small company feel. We thrive on high performance teams that are empowered to make decisions on both a big and small scale. We strive to make a positive impact on the lives of our employees by establishing an inclusive, caring and friendly work environment. We encourage the continued education and skill development of our teams and offer advancement opportunities at a global division. If you're looking for a fast paced, collaborative environment where you can be at the cutting edge of engineering solutions, look no further

POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Production Manager and Value Stream Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that the department's productivity and quality goals are met in a structured environment. As a leader in integrity and quality, the Manufacturing Associate is part of a cohesive team manufacturing high-quality products. This diverse and exciting role cross trains in different value streams based on the changing needs of the business. You will interact fluidly with peers, supervisors and with Quality Control, Logistics, and Process Engineers. At Parker, you will cultivate a strong culture by participating in High Performance Teams and operating in a LEAN environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Use of Solvents and mixing of various compounds to achieve product specifications.
• Read basic work orders, batch cards, and blueprints to set up, run, monitor, and maintain chemical machines to produce high quality goods/ parts.
• Verify needed raw materials, tools, and equipment to perform machine operations and/ or assembly work is correct. Use calipers, verniers and other measuring devices to perform and evaluate work.
• Complete documentation and reporting accurately and on time as outlined.
• Package products and materials appropriately for other areas to bring work flow to completion.
• Communicate between departments and notify leaders and engineers of issues.
• Work cross functionally in designated areas to support business needs such as basic compounds, and all non-chemical value streams.
• Support company LEAN and High Performance team objectives and initiatives to promote company culture through by assisting with training/ shadowing, and filling out team improvement board information and/ or Starpoints.
• Sustain Safety and 5S program, use appropriate PPE for designated area, which can include painting/ clean room environment and basic chemical mixing.

QUALIFICATIONS AND DESIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & ABILITIES:

• U.S. Citizenship or have U.S. Permanent Resident Status required.

• GED or High School Diploma required.

• 2+ years of manufacturing experience required

• Good manual dexterity and hand to eye coordination, as well as experience with chemicals a plus.
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team to meet time sensitive deadlines.
• Ability to perform basic math, reading, writing and computer skills such as basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, and use of Microsoft Office.
• Must demonstrate effective attention to detail across organization with emphasis on verbal/written English communication skills.
• Ability to stand for long durations up to 8 hours, and lift and or move up to 40 lbs.
• Comfortable working daily around chemicals such as solvents and primers

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements. Proof of US Citizenship of Permanent Resident Status is required.

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $20.25/hr to $31.25/hr
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.
  

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) and Genetic Information Discrimination

Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.