Production Operator – Dyneema Manufacturing

Location: Mesa, AZ
Schedule: Monday–Thursday (4 Days per Week)
Shift: 1st Shift | 4:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Position Summary

We are seeking a dependable, safety-conscious, and detail-oriented Production Operator to support Dyneema manufacturing operations in Mesa, AZ.

This position is responsible for setting up, operating, monitoring, adjusting, and maintaining production equipment to manufacture high-quality products according to established specifications, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

The ideal candidate has previous manufacturing experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to troubleshoot equipment, maintain accurate production records, and work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Candidates must have at least one year of manufacturing experience or equivalent military technical experience or training.

Essential Responsibilities

Manufacturing & Equipment Operation

• Set up, operate, monitor, adjust, and clean manufacturing equipment according to established work instructions and SOPs.

• Monitor production processes to ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently while meeting quality and production standards.

• Perform equipment changeovers, machine setups, and routine cleaning procedures.

• Adjust process settings within established limits to maintain product quality and specifications.

• Read and interpret gauges, meters, dials, and equipment controls.

• Identify equipment malfunctions and perform basic troubleshooting to minimize production downtime.

• Complete minor preventive maintenance and routine equipment inspections.

• Operate assigned production equipment and maintain proficiency in required manufacturing processes.

Quality Control & Production Documentation

• Perform in-process quality inspections to ensure products meet established standards.

• Collect and prepare samples of intermediate and finished products for quality testing.

• Identify product defects, process irregularities, and potential quality concerns.

• Maintain accurate production records, work orders, and equipment logs.

• Enter raw material, component, and finished product information into computerized tracking systems.

• Follow established production recipes, specifications, and quality requirements.

• Communicate equipment, material, and product quality concerns to the team lead or supervisor.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve product quality, productivity, and manufacturing efficiency.

Material Handling & Inventory

• Move raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods throughout the manufacturing facility.

• Operate material-handling equipment, including pallet jacks, forklifts, and overhead cranes.

• Maintain appropriate inventory levels of raw materials, components, and production supplies.

• Ensure materials are properly handled, stored, and tracked according to company procedures.

• Perform manual material handling and heavy lifting as required.

Safety, Compliance & Housekeeping

• Follow all Safety, Health, Environment (SHE), security, and company operating procedures.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe manufacturing environment.

• Identify and report unsafe conditions, near misses, incidents, and potential hazards.

• Follow applicable regulatory requirements, safety procedures, and manufacturing standards.

• Handle hazardous materials and waste according to established safety and environmental procedures, when assigned.

• Maintain required hazardous waste documentation and support inspections or emergency response activities as applicable.

• Participate in safety investigations, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) activities.

• Follow company confidentiality, security, and intellectual property protection policies.

• Participate in safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Complete required training and maintain current training records.

• Perform additional manufacturing duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum of 1 year of manufacturing experience, or equivalent military technical experience or training.

• Experience operating, setting up, cleaning, or maintaining manufacturing equipment.

• Ability to follow detailed work instructions, SOPs, and production specifications.

• Basic mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting skills.

• Knowledge of manufacturing safety procedures and quality requirements.

• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Access.

• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.

• Ability to read gauges, meters, dials, and equipment controls.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify product defects or equipment issues.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.

• Ability to maintain accurate production records and documentation.

Preferred:

• Previous experience in textile, composites, or similar manufacturing environments.

• Experience with manufacturing equipment changeovers and preventive maintenance.

• Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, or overhead cranes.

• Experience handling hazardous materials or working in safety-regulated manufacturing environments.

• Familiarity with computerized production tracking and inventory systems.