Machine Operator (2nd Shift) - High Plains Manufacturing

This Machine Operator will operate one or more of the various production machines. Machines operated may include drills, saws, press-brakes, punches, shears, hi-definition & CNC plasma, etc. As a cross-functional team member of this division he or she may also assemble components and perform other duties as assigned as part of RedGuard’s joint venture, High Plains Manufacturing. As a Machine Operator, you are integral in supporting RedGuard’s goal of delivering customers a quality product on time.

• Manage and operate production equipment while monitoring the performance of the machine and carrying out operations in proper sequence. 
• Assemble fixtures, mount parts in fixtures/components, and perform mechanical assembly using hand and air tools (wrenches, torque wrenches, impact wrenches, screwdrivers, hammers, etc.). 
• Maintain inventory, and routing of parts and maintain production records. 
• Ability to read blueprints. 
• Follows established safety and security rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work area and environment

• 6-12 Months of previous machine operations experience with Shears, Press-Brakes, CNC Plasma, Bandsaws, etc.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and product specifications.
• Basic math skills with ability to read tape measure, squares, and other tools specific for job task.
• Ability to pass company required welding certifications.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lifting up to 50 pounds and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Work involves standing, climbing, kneeling, bending, and twisting of body parts throughout the day.
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: viewing a computer terminal; reading blueprints; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and fabrication/welding of parts at distances close to the eyes. The worker is required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment
• The worker is exposed to adverse environmental conditions, such as hot and cold climates, dusty, and noisy areas.
• Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plans + Employer Match
• Discount with the Greater Wichita YMCA
• Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd Shift Positions
• And more!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Non-U.S. persons selected must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-restricted information. The ITAR/EAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please provide a brief description of your reasonable accommodation to accommodations@lange.us.com

Department/Division: Manufacturing

Reports to: Ricky Duncan

Location: Wichita, KS

Position Type/Hours: Full-time Safety Sensitive

Shift: 2nd Shift

Overtime: Approved Time Only

Travel Requirement: Less than 5%
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Founded in 1998 as A Box 4 U, RedGuard sets the bar in the design and creation of the most functional, durable, reliable and overall best blast-resistant modules on the market. Ongoing structural analyses ensure that the company's products not only meet expectations but exceed them. With a company culture focused on safety, RedGuard leaders believe that when there’s a life at stake, good just isn’t good enough. As a result, you’ll never hear, “think outside the box,” because for them, it’s what’s inside that matters most. With that in mind, the team at RedGuard comes to work each and every day focused on one thing—saving lives.

For more information, visit https://redguard.com/

About the Division

High Plains Manufacturing is a Wichita-based joint venture company formed by RedGuard and Boxwell. This new and growing joint venture brings together RedGuard’s robust, modular-space manufacturing capabilities with Boxwell’s flexible, stackable and beautiful self-storage solutions.

For more information about the product, visit https://boxwell.co/