Job Description

Description

Looking for more than just a job and want to find a place to really grow your career?  

Then come join General Plastics Manufacturing Company in Tacoma!

We offer competitive pay, bonuses paid 3 times a year, generous retirement benefits, and out-of-this world health care coverage! Plus, excellent paid time off and holidays!

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN WITH STRONG FABRICATION SKILLS. ELECTRICAL EXPERIENCE IS A PLUS!

Who we are:

GENERAL PLASTICS - RIGID & FLEXIBLE POLYURETHANE FOAM AND BUILD-TO-PRINT COMPOSITE PARTS

We have been meeting the stringent requirements of engineers and design teams in diverse industries for over 80 years. Commercial, military and composite manufacturing companies use LAST-A-FOAM® rigid and flexible foam sheet stock for its proven mechanical properties and extraordinary versatility. They also depend on us to provide high-quality, high-performance composite assemblies and finished custom parts. We work with our customers through the design process, feasibility, fabrication, and delivery of custom parts. From high-temperature tooling boards, core material or custom fabricated assemblies, expect quality, uniformity, and stability of materials with General Plastics.  

From the oceans’ depths to deep space, we shape great ideas into reality!

Responsibilities:

This is a maintenance technician position, and we are seeking a candidate with experience in welding, cutting, grinding and finishing, and electrical skills! They will also perform preventative maintenance while equipment and facilities are operating, will respond to equipment breakdowns and troubleshoot and repair the breakdown, and will perform general maintenance on the building and grounds of the facility.   May require responding during off hours and holidays. 

Welding-

• Must have a familiarity with mig and TIG (dc) welder process and welding prep.  And a familiarity with a plasma cutter.
• Understand and read shop drawings (CAD)
• Create cut and parts lists and materials needed for projects
• Ability to fabricate accordingly

Machining-

• Using drill press. milling machine and lathe
• Drill holes
• Countersink
• Tap threads

Electrical -

• 3 Phase
• 460 V
• Low voltage experience is a plus

Other Maintenance Duties

• Perform basic maintenance duties for facility, including janitorial and small repairs 
• Perform basic maintenance on motorized equipment, including oil changes, preventive maintenance, and basic repairs and electrical troubleshooting.
• Constantly follow safety rules/practices to ensure performance of duties in a safe and consistent manner and comply with OSHA/WISHA safe working rules and regulations 
• Perform additional duties as directed by management
• Read, interpret and convey instructions, verbally and in written form

Requirements

•  Prior maintenance experience required (2+ years)
• Welding experience required (2+ years)
• Experienced electrical/plc troubleshooting preferred
• Good mechanical aptitude
• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• Must be able to receive and interpret instructions and directions from supervisors and peers
• Must demonstrate good judgment to perform the job correctly and safely
• Proof of Welding Skills may be required following interview (demonstration)

Physical Requirements:

The physical demand for this position requires the employee to be physically capable of working in a variety of environments and weather. Physical activities include standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, twisting, turning, bending, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and reaching.

• Sitting 10 % of time 
• Standing 50 % of time
• Walking 40 % of time
• Lifting 2 - 75 lbs. Various types of components, tools, and equipment. 
• Carrying 2 - 50 lbs. Various types of components, tools, and equipment. 
• Pushing 2 - 100 lbs. Various types of components, tools, and equipment.
• Pulling 2 - 100 lbs. Various types of components, tools, and equipment 
• Finger dexterity – the ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
• Arm-hand steadiness – the ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
• Ability to work with or around chemical solvents.

What we have to offer:

Your innovation and hard work can help create some of the most unique high performance plastic products for emerging markets, and long-term customers in the country. As a result, you’ll find one of the best compensation, benefits and advancement programs in the industry. We’re looking for energetic, motivated people with a “can-do” attitude and a desire to work “smart.”   If you are a person with a strong work ethic who enjoys the chance to excel in a positive, team-oriented setting, you’ll find General Plastics to be a rewarding environment.

Plus, our Total Compensation Package is Beyond the Industry Average and includes the following:·

• Position pays $25-30/hr depending on experience
• Generous Profit-Sharing Bonus Program paid out 3 times per year
• Outstanding Platinum Health Care Benefits Plan (zero cost medical and vision for entire family!) 
• Company Matched 401K 200% on first 4%
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) for entire family
• We encourage healthy eating and subsidize lunchroom food/beverage costs
• Disability & Life Insurance Package
• Generous Earned Time Off Plan starting at 15 days of leave per year 
• 9 Paid Holidays per year

ITAR - US Persons Status required for all applicants:

Due to General Plastics' participation in the defense industry, International Traffic in Arms (ITAR) requires that access to sensitive information and material pertaining to defense and military related technologies may only be accessed, viewed, or shared by US Persons as defined by law.  A "US Person" can be a US citizen, a lawful permanent legal resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or asylee.

General Plastics Manufacturing Company:

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. 

Should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at (253) 473-5000.

Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace:

General Plastics is a Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace and both post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, PCP, opioids, amphetamines, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our company policies.  

**We are a federal subcontractor, and we test for marijuana**