If you answered "yes" then Vortex may be the place for you to jump start your career. We are a rapidly growing company that is always looking for Paint Utility Tech on our evening shift, 4:30 pm to 3 ...
If you answered "yes" then Vortex may be the place for you to jump start your career. We are a rapidly growing company that is always looking for Paint Utility Tech on our evening shift, 4:30 pm to 3 ...
Client Support & Dispatch Specialist -- Industrial Door Services
Lenexa, KS · On-site
$22 - $29/hr
At Vortex Doors--America's highest quality and most customer‑centric commercial and industrial door installation & repair company--you'll do both. Is this you? * Do you enjoy solving problems ...
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Client Support & Dispatch Specialist -- Industrial Door Services
Lenexa, KS · On-site
$22 - $29/hr
At Vortex Doors--America's highest quality and most customer‑centric commercial and industrial door installation & repair company--you'll do both. Is this you? * Do you enjoy solving problems ...
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Machinist/ Cnc Operator
Wichita, KS · On-site
$41K - $52K/yr
Familiarity with Mazak, 4 Axis, 5 Axis, Set-up, G&M codes, Fanuc and Haas Controls, and the operation of specific models like Vortex i-630V. * Experience with tools such as calipers, micrometers, and ...
Machinist/ Cnc Operator
Wichita, KS · On-site
$41K - $52K/yr
Familiarity with Mazak, 4 Axis, 5 Axis, Set-up, G&M codes, Fanuc and Haas Controls, and the operation of specific models like Vortex i-630V. * Experience with tools such as calipers, micrometers, and ...
Machinist/ Cnc Operator
$41K - $52K/yr
Familiarity with Mazak, 4 Axis, 5 Axis, Set-up, G&M codes, Fanuc and Haas Controls, and the operation of specific models like Vortex i-630V. * Experience with tools such as calipers, micrometers, and ...
Quick apply
Machinist/ Cnc Operator
$41K - $52K/yr
Familiarity with Mazak, 4 Axis, 5 Axis, Set-up, G&M codes, Fanuc and Haas Controls, and the operation of specific models like Vortex i-630V. * Experience with tools such as calipers, micrometers, and ...
Welders
Salina, KS · On-site
$19 - $24.50/hr
Vortex Dry Bulk & Solids Facility (West Campus) - Primary production site for bulk and solids handling components. * Spectrum Metalcraft (East Campus) - Custom metal fabrication, abrasive blast and ...
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Welders
Salina, KS · On-site
$19 - $24.50/hr
Vortex Dry Bulk & Solids Facility (West Campus) - Primary production site for bulk and solids handling components. * Spectrum Metalcraft (East Campus) - Custom metal fabrication, abrasive blast and ...
Welders
Salina, KS · On-site
$19 - $24.50/hr
Vortex Dry Bulk & Solids Facility (West Campus) - Primary production site for bulk and solids handling components. * Spectrum Metalcraft (East Campus) - Custom metal fabrication, abrasive blast and ...
Welders
Salina, KS · On-site
$19 - $24.50/hr
Vortex Dry Bulk & Solids Facility (West Campus) - Primary production site for bulk and solids handling components. * Spectrum Metalcraft (East Campus) - Custom metal fabrication, abrasive blast and ...
Manufacturing Technicians
Salina, KS · On-site
Vortex Dry Bulk & Solids Facility (West Campus) - Primary production site for bulk and solids handling components. * Spectrum Metalcraft (East Campus) - Custom metal fabrication, abrasive blast and ...
Manufacturing Technicians
Salina, KS · On-site
Vortex Dry Bulk & Solids Facility (West Campus) - Primary production site for bulk and solids handling components. * Spectrum Metalcraft (East Campus) - Custom metal fabrication, abrasive blast and ...
Manufacturing Technicians
Salina, KS · On-site
Vortex Dry Bulk & Solids Facility (West Campus) - Primary production site for bulk and solids handling components. * Spectrum Metalcraft (East Campus) - Custom metal fabrication, abrasive blast and ...
Quick apply
Manufacturing Technicians
Salina, KS · On-site
Vortex Dry Bulk & Solids Facility (West Campus) - Primary production site for bulk and solids handling components. * Spectrum Metalcraft (East Campus) - Custom metal fabrication, abrasive blast and ...
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How much do vortex jobs pay per hour?
What is a vortex operator?
What are some common challenges faced by vortex engineers when working with computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations?
What is the difference between Vortex vs Wind Turbine Technician?
| Aspect | Vortex | Wind Turbine Technician |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Typically requires engineering or technical certifications, safety training | Requires technical training, safety certifications, and sometimes an engineering background |
| Work Environment | Industrial settings, manufacturing plants, or specialized facilities | Outdoor, on-site at wind farms, often in remote locations |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Manufacturers, research labs, or specialized industrial companies | Renewable energy companies, wind farm operators |
| Common Search & Comparison Intent | Understanding technical roles in industrial settings | Careers in renewable energy and wind energy maintenance |
Vortex and Wind Turbine Technician roles share similarities in technical requirements and safety training. However, Vortex positions often focus on industrial or manufacturing environments, while Wind Turbine Technicians work primarily outdoors at wind farms. Both roles are vital in their respective industries, with overlapping certifications and skills, but differ in work setting and industry focus.
What is a vortex?
A Vortex job typically refers to a specialized role in fluid dynamics, meteorology, or data processing, where expertise in vortex behavior is required. It may involve analyzing airflow patterns, turbulence, or energy transfer in various industries like aerospace, climatology, or engineering. Professionals in this role use simulations, mathematical modeling, and experimental data to understand and optimize vortex-related phenomena. Responsibilities may vary depending on the field, but a strong background in physics and computational techniques is often essential.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a vortex engineer, and why are they important?

Full-time
Medical, Retirement
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Job description
Join a Team That Impacts the World - One Component at a Time
Velocity Flow Technologies, a global leader in manufacturing solutions, is seeking dedicated and detail-oriented Manufacturing Technicians to join our growing team in Salina, Kansas on the second shift (hours: 3:45pm-2:30am). This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to products that positively impact the daily lives of people across the globe.
Key Responsibilities:
- Produce high-quality components as part of a team committed to excellence and innovation.
- Carry out specific duties based on assigned production areas.
- Follow standard operating procedures and safety protocols.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and product quality.
Our Manufacturing Brand Locations in Salina:
- Vortex Dry Bulk & Solids Facility (West Campus) - Primary production site for bulk and solids handling components.
- Spectrum Metalcraft (East Campus) - Custom metal fabrication, abrasive blast and precision work.
- Fortress Blast (East Campus) - Abrasive Blasts Systems.
- Hamar Automation (North Campus) - Primary CNC Machining and Air Cylinder assembly.
What We're Looking for by Manufacturing Brand:
- Prep Paint Technician - Spectrum Metalcraft x 2
- Laser Operator - Spectrum Metalcraft x 2
Requirements
What We're Looking for:
- Technical training or previous experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred, but not required. We will train the right candidate!
- A strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and quality.
- Having a willingness to learn, grow, and be part of a team-driven culture
Why Velocity Flow Technologies?
At Velocity, our team isn't just building manufacturing components - we're helping make the world work. Our products and services help produce everything from food, medicine, cars, clothing, construction materials, and more. If it's part of daily life, chances are we've helped make it happen.
We believe a company's purpose goes beyond just making products. Manufacturing is at the heart of how communities and industries thrive, and we're proud to be a part of that. Our team takes pride in the impact we have - not just around the world, but right here in our local community too. If you're looking for meaningful work and a team that cares, you'll feel right at home here.
Benefits
- Competitive Benefit Packages and excellent work culture
- Contemporary office space and clean manufacturing environment
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching contributions
- Health Insurance (Traditional and High Deductible Health Plan)
- Quarterly Company Events (Spring BBQ, Summer Pool Party, Fall picnic, Holiday Party)
- On-Site Workout Facilities - with locker rooms
- Profit Sharing Plan - year end bonus program
- Corporate Wellness Program - lab work and bio-metric screening, wellness presentations, and healthy challenges.
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Neither the acceptance of this application nor the subsequent entry into any type of employment relationship, either in the position applied for or any other position, and regardless of the contents of employee handbooks, personnel manuals, benefit plans, policy statements, and the like as they may exist from time to time, or other Salina Vortex practices, shall serve to create an actual or implied contract of employment, or to confer any right to remain an employee of Salina Vortex, or otherwise to change in any respect the employment-at-will relationship between it and the undersigned, and that relationship cannot be altered except by a written instrument signed by the President /or CFO of the Company. Both the undersigned and Salina Vortex may end the employment relationship at any time, without specified notice or reason. If employed, I understand that the Vortex may unilaterally change or revise their benefits, policies and procedures and such changes may include reduction in benefits.
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I also understand that (1) Salina Vortex has a drug and alcohol policy that provides for pre-employment testing as well as testing after employment; (2) consent to and compliance with such policy is a condition of my employment; and (3) continued employment is based on the successful passing of testing under such policy. I further understand that continued employment may be based on the successful passing of job-related physical examinations.
I understand that, in connection with the routine processing of your employment application, Salina Vortex may request from a consumer reporting agency an investigative consumer report including information as to my credit records, character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and mode of living. Upon written request from me, Vortex, will provide me with additional information concerning the nature and scope of any such report requested by it, as required by the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
I further understand that my employment with Salina Vortex will have a sixty (60) days benefit waiting period, and further that at any time during the waiting period or thereafter, my employment relation with Salina Vortex is terminable at will for any reason by either party.
This Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age or disability. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with this Company depends solely on your qualifications.
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