Carbon Fiber Production Technician (Recycling) - Immediate Start
Posted by Vartega on 10/25/2021
Job Basics
Industry Sector: Action, Bike, Fishing, Fitness, Hunting/Shooting, Lifestyle, Outdoor, Snow, WaterSports
Job Categories: Manufacturing, Operations, Retail - Bike Mechanic - Ski Technician, Warehouse
Company Type: Accessories, HardGoods/Equipment
State: CO
City: Golden
Country: United States
Required Experience: 1 - 3 years
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: $20 to 30 / hour
Required to Relocate: Yes
Required to Travel: No
Employee May Telecommute: No
Job Seeker Must Live Within: 25 miles
Job Description & Requirements
Do you love the outdoors, carbon fiber, rolling up your sleeves, getting your hands dirty, and the mountains?
Then look no further. Minutes away from breathtaking views, hiking, mountain biking, cycling, paragliding, and downtown Golden, Vartega is hiring for hands-on technician/manufacturing positions at our world HQ and production facility.
Vartega’s vision is to create a sustainable future through the transformation of advanced materials, to drive a global circular economy. Our mission is to solve the world’s toughest advanced materials recycling challenges.
Vartega has a novel recycling platform that enables the recovery of post-industrial carbon fiber for reuse in manufacturing. The company is on a rapid growth trajectory and is looking for dynamic and motivated individuals that share our core values of Communication, Accountability, Respect, Collaboration and Action. We are looking for new team members to grow our production efforts, as well as evolve our business operations.
Apply to info@vartega.com with the subject heading: Production Technician 2021
Role and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will scale-up, optimize, and formalize Vartega’s carbon fiber recycling process.
Daily duties will vary and could include any of the following activities:
Operate carbon fiber process equipment for recycling and product formation.
Record details of production and inventory accurately. This will include completing work instructions manually and/or electronically.
Communicate with engineers to optimize manufacturing and support with updating standard operating procedures, work instructions and production tracking
Track and record production improvements through a change management database.
Perform quality control of carbon fiber products through analytical testing. Use data to create product datasheets and certificate of analyses.
Support in developing equipment maintenance plans. Support in performing preventative maintenance.
Assist engineering in process expansion, which may include equipment replacement, material handling automation and process line installations
Support product logistics including storage, labelling, shipping and tracking. Operations may require use of forklift, pallet rack or other product management equipment.
Actively participate and support the evolution of Vartega’s Health, Safety and Environmental management system.
Hours/Shifts
40 hours per week
Vartega is currently hiring for second shift (training will initially happen on first shift)
- 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Professional Requirements
Safety oriented
Curious, with an interest in learning new skills and processes
Comfortable working in environments where activities vary and change frequently
Disciplined in manufacturing activities
Self motivated, with attention to detail
Able to problem solve in team environments
Interest in growing a career in recycling, advanced materials and/or cleantech
Able and willing to engage in manual production and equipment maintenance activities. These may include:
lifting and moving objects up to 50 lb safely
moving up and down stairs and ladders
handling and using tools for working on fittings, parts and equipment
Wearing personal protective equipment for prolonged periods of time that enhance personal health and safety in environments containing dust, loud noise and/or mechanical objects
Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or have appropriate exemption documentation
Preferred Education and Skills
Trade Qualifications and/or technical associate's degree
Operator or maintenance experience in manufacturing or raw material production environment
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, experience with Google Suite
Forklift Certified
Training in lean manufacturing, SixSigma or other manufacturing methodology
Analytical laboratory experience
Benefits
- Doing something you’re passionate about rather than just doing a job
All perspectives are valued
We prioritize keeping everyone safe and healthy
Potential for upward mobility in a rapidly growing organization
Personal and professional development opportunities
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Future performance incentive
Equity incentive package
Paid time off
Paid parental leave
