The compensation range provided for this role is an estimate based on available market data. The actual amount may vary considering the candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please discuss the flexibility and details of our compensation philosophy with your recruiter.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays 1 Floating Holiday of YOUR Choice
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
• 401(k) Retirement Plans Employer Match
• 100% Company-paid Basic Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Teladoc® Services, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• HSA, FSA and Pet Insurance Options
• Safety Boot and Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement Program
• Gym Membership Reimbursement 
• And more!

What You Can Expect Working in the Machine Operator Position

This Machine Operator will operate one or more of various production machines. Machines operated may include drills, saws, press-brakes, punches, shears, hi-definition and 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 a Machine Operator, you are integral in supporting RedGuard’s goal of delivering customers a quality product on time.

Responsibilities

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

Minimum Qualifications

• 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 read blueprints.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Work Environment

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.

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: Production Manager

Location:  Wichita, KS

Position Type/Hours:  Full-time  | M-F | 7:00a – 3:30p

Shift: 1st

Overtime:  Approved Time Only

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

About The Company

RedGuard builds modular solutions that protect lives and assets. It is made up of innovative product lines and company divisions in the area of modular safe structures, most with threat mitigation. It is the leading authority in blast resistance and a world leader in providing safe, customizable and scalable modular buildings. The company’s dedication to meet each of its customer’s unique needs—from initial design to installation and beyond—combined with its unsurpassed standards for quality and overall safety makes it the go-to manufacturer in several industries.   

RedGuard is driven by a passion for product innovation, and developing turnkey solutions that raise the bar in both personalization and protection for customers across industries and around the globe. It is dedicated to five key disciplines: concept, design, build, install and operation. Its success across industries has led some of the world's largest organizations to trust their employees' lives to RedGuard's products and brands.  

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