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Recon Web Operator

Hexcel Corporation · Casa Grande, AZtoday
$54k – $59kfrom the posting

High school-level Manufacturing / Production roles on Crosslinked list a median of $51k (419 that show pay).

Operate reconstruction machine and heat soak oven to splice and bond fiberglass pre-preg rolls.

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Why it is interesting. Hands-on production role at the world leader in honeycomb and carbon fiber for commercial aerospace.

Might not be for you. Grave shift (11PM-7AM) with overtime as required; repetitive machine operation, not R&D.

Mostly at the benchHands-on execution BS acceptable Realistic requirements

Adjacent materials roleCuts rolls of pre-preg at 45-degree angle and bonds sheets back together; verifies adhesive lines; fiberglass pre-preg

Seniority
Entry level
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
High school
Experience
1+ yrs
Industry
Aerospace
Role
Manufacturing / Production
Schedule
Night shift
Materials
fiberglass pre-pregadhesives515 roles

Role details

With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advanced lightweight composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and engineered core and composite structures. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices, and R&D centers around the globe. Become a part of the “strength within.”

Hexcel is currently seeking a Recon Web Operator for our Casa Grande, AZ, USA location. Start rate: $25.75 Per Hour during the New Hire Orientation Period – normally 90 calendar days, then increases to $28.13 Per Hour. This position is on Grave shift (11:00PM to 7:00AM, Monday – Friday + O/T as required) and pays a $1.75 per hour shift premium. Note that the workday on Grave shift is designated by the day the shift ends.

The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations:

  • Cuts rolls of pre-preg at 45-degree angle and bonds sheets back together for added strength. Loads material into heat soak oven and runs the oven.
  • Obtains rolls of fiberglass pre-preg from the receiving department.
  • Selects material and sorts out each sequence to be sealed per the routing.
  • Sets up reconstruction machine by adjusting rewind, air pressure and web guide, and setting temperature on sealer bar.
  • Repetitively verifies adhesive lines are within allowable tolerance.
  • Lines up glue lines/splice lines with heat source that is approximately 2 feet away.
  • Sorts out and reworks sheets requiring glue lines and re-trimming. Operates heat soak oven and mounts rolls on "A" frame cart.
  • Sets and monitors temperature and times for oven cycle.
  • Provides written and verbal feedback to suppliers with regard to material quality.

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent.
  • Minimum of one year experience required preferably in manufacturing. Minimum of 6 months manufacturing experience in the Hexcel Casa Grande facility may substitute in lieu of one year experience.
  • Must be proficient in use of tape measure and ruler.
  • Basic working knowledge of computer data entry function preferred.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Must be able to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Eligible candidate must be a: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, person lawfully admitted for permanent residence, temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, person admitted in refugee status, or person granted asylum. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.

Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected class.

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Common questions

What is the salary for the Recon Web Operator role at Hexcel Corporation?

The listed annual base salary range is $54K–$59K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Where is the Recon Web Operator role at Hexcel Corporation based?

This role is based in Casa Grande, AZ.

What degree is required for the Recon Web Operator role at Hexcel Corporation?

This role requires a High school.

How many years of experience does this Recon Web Operator role require?

The posting calls for at least 1 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Recon Web Operator role work with?

fiberglass pre-preg, adhesives.