Vest Operator

Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success.
For us, working here is more than just a job; it's a passion.

There's the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.

The Vest Operator is responsible for assembling fabric patterns according to work instructions, drawings, and other items to create air holding devices. They will join the seams of the fabric patterns together by applying adhesive. Hand tools are used during this process.
The Vest Operator performs all duties outlined in the Basic Training Checklist.

Join our team and become part of the group that's making amazing things happen on the ground and in the skies. Together, we'll proudly step back and say, “We did that”.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Ability to read drawings and follow written instructions, including manuals, standard practice and work instructions.
• Stamp, serialize and date stamp vital information (part number, date of vest manufacture, & serial number).
• Reference tools included on the job training and prints
• Ability to learn how to run various machines used in the production of vests, including vacuum pack machine, index/test machine, sewing machines, heat seal machines and any other equipment used in the vest process.
• Ability to fold and pack vests.
• Ability to complete very detailed paperwork accurately and quickly.
• Must have good communication skills
• Adheres to safe work practices and contributes to the evolution of the health, safety, and environmental program and culture,
• Regular, predictable attendance is required;
• Other duties may be assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Note for level:
• Basic: Incumbent is able to use their knowledge/skill with support by more experienced individuals.
• Advanced: Incumbent is able to independently use their knowledge/skill.
• Expert: Incumbent is able to train others on their knowledge/skill.

Education and/or Experience
• High School Diploma or GED
• Entry level
Knowledge/Skills
• Not Applicable
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
• N/A
Supervisory Responsibilities
List the supervisory responsibilities this position must perform; include the department or position titles responsible for and the level of authority exercised in performing the responsibilities.
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Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position stands most of the 8 hour shift
• This position requires lifting of up to 30lbs



Work Environment
The 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.

 The work environment is a manufacturing floor with moderate noise.

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Safran es un grupo internacional de alta tecnología que opera en los campos de la aeronáutica (propulsión, equipamiento e interiores), espacio y defensa. Su misión: contribuir de forma duradera a un mundo más seguro, donde el transporte aéreo sea cada vez más respetuoso con el medio ambiente, más cómodo y más accesible. Establecido en todos los continentes, el Grupo emplea a 100.000 personas para una facturación de 27.3 mil millones de euros en 2024, y ocupa, solo o en asociación, posiciones de liderazgo mundial o europeo en sus mercados.
Safran es la segunda empresa del sector aeronáutico y de la defensa que figura en la lista de «World's Best Companies» de 2024 de la revista TIME.

Safran Aerosystems es uno de los líderes mundiales en el ámbito de los sistemas aeronáuticos relacionados con la seguridad de las aeronaves y helicópteros, así como con la gestión de fluidos y combustible. Esta empresa no solo es un actor clave en todo lo que respecta a la seguridad aérea (oxígeno, evacuación y flotabilidad), sino que también participa en la descarbonización de la aviación gracias a combustibles sostenibles alternativos y a nuevas arquitecturas de motores. Además, cuenta con 5200 empleados en 7 países.