Zoltek Companies, Inc. is a world leader in the research, development, manufacture and distribution of industrial grade carbon fiber. Our mission is to lead the commercialization of carbon fiber through our development of a price-competitive, high-performance reinforcement for composites used in a broad range of commercial products. Our target markets include wind energy, automotive, offshore drilling, marine, infrastructure, and many other diverse industrial markets. We currently employ over 1,300 employees at manufacturing facilities located in the United States, Guadalajara Mexico (≈300 employees) and Nyergesujfalu Hungary (≈850 employees), and our sales and distribution network is worldwide. Learn more at www.zoltek.com.

The New Technology & Development Process Technician will take part in the development of new processes and procedures through the conducting of or hands-on participating in production trials.  

Responsibilities will include:

• Work with various plant teams to develop the processes required for bringing new technology into full scale production, including providing training of production personnel. 
• Participate in design reviews of composite production processes and equipment.   
• Perform standard manufacturing tasks and other duties as needed in all areas of the plant.
• Maintain a safe and ethical work environment. 

• High school Diploma/GED along with at least 4 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment; or Associate’s Degree in a study with some relevance to this field
• Good math skills and mechanical aptitude
• Capacity to think through complex processes by understanding and analyzing written instructions
• Ability and willingness to maintain a safe and ethical work environment when working with hand tools, solvents, resins and other chemicals
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently when needed
• Candidates must be able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs and stand for long periods of time

Desirable:

• Experience in composite manufacturing
• Equipment/metal fabrication skills

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday 8am to 4:30pm (day shift).   Occasional weekend/holiday on-call duty may be required.

Benefits:

Zoltek offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical plan
• Dental plan
• Prescription drug benefits
• Flexible spending accounts
• Vacation
• Sick time
• Holiday pay
• Tuition assistance program
• Short term and long term disability coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Optional life insurance 
• 401(k) program.

Application:

For immediate consideration for this position, please submit your resume online. Zoltek is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides a drug free work place.