Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Manufacturing Technician
The Manufacturing Technician completes the layup of assigned composite parts. The successful candidate will ensure that products are produced on time, safely, and meet or exceed quality standards.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Review resident manufacturing plan for proper instructions and specifications
- Ensure all necessary parts and materials are present
- Utilize specified layup mold (LM) or mandrel
- Complete layup of part per the manufacturing plan
- Inspect each step in the process for quality and presence of Foreign Object Debris (FOD)
- Visually inspect finished parts for quality
- Clean part per specifications
- Bag part per specifications
- Place part on outgoing production shelves
- Participate in continuous improvement activities through implementation of change management process and best practices
- Assist with standard operating procedures for all production operations
- Maintain a clean and organized work area
- Replace all tools and materials when job(s) are complete
- Properly dispose of any/all hazardous materials
- Ensure all health and safety guidelines are followed
- Utilize all mandatory personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Other duties as assigned
Work Environment
This role operates in a manufacturing environment that emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Work is hands-on and often performed at or within arm’s reach of the product, with frequent standing, walking, reaching with hands and arms, pushing, and pulling. Repetitive motions are a regular part of the job. The position frequently requires pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 30 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Employees use specified layup molds and mandrels, follow detailed manufacturing plans, and work around production equipment and materials, including hazardous substances that must be handled and disposed of properly. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory, and employees follow strict health and safety guidelines and good housekeeping practices. The workload is steady, with opportunities for overtime, and the physical demands are described as mild compared to many similar manufacturing roles. The culture supports collaboration, lean manufacturing, and ongoing process improvement, creating an environment where employees can contribute ideas and help refine production methods.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hayden, ID.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Hayden,ID.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 23, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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