Plastics Prototype Fabricator

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Your Opportunity:

Acrylic Design Associates, a Taylor Corporation company, is looking for a Plastics Prototype Fabricator to join the team in Plymouth, MN!

Your Shift:

• Monday - Friday 6:30am - 3:00pm, with some flexibility and potential overtime needed dependent on project

Your Responsibilities:

• Fabricate plastic prototypes using methods such as solvent bonding, line bending, polishing, taping, structural adhesives, light-cure bonding, and mechanical fasteners
• Work closely with designers, engineers, customers, and stakeholders to understand product requirements and translate them into functional prototypes
• Troubleshoot and refine fabrication processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, cost, and quality of prototypes while also planning for scalability and repeatability in production
• Identify appropriate materials based on requirements such as strength, flexibility, chemical resistance, and temperature resistance
• Fabricate prototypes incorporating a variety of materials such as: many kinds of plastics, wood, metal, and composite materials
• Create detailed reports on prototype development processes, outcomes, and recommendations for design improvements
• This role demands a deep understanding of materials, exceptional craftsmanship, and the ability to translate sophisticated designs into tangible prototypes

You Must Have:

• Ability to set up and operate table saws, routers, jointers, drill presses, sanders, and various hand tools
• Experience in rapid prototyping or manufacturing environment
• Ability to read, interpret and decipher technical drawings, written instructions, and other documents
• Proficiency in using measurement instruments including calipers, micrometers, gauges, and tape measure
• Effective verbal and written communication abilities to document findings and collaborate with team members
• Good problem solving and math skills and the capability to identify issues and recommend corrective actions
• Experience in cabinet making, fine woodworking or model making would all be relatable skill-sets

We Would Also Prefer:

• Vertical mill and CNC lathe operation experience
• LED lighting experience
• CAD / Design background

The anticipated hourly range for this position is $27.00 - 32.00. The actual base offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The range listed is just one component of Taylor Corporation's total compensation and benefits package for employee.

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About Taylor Corporation
One of the largest graphics communications firms in North America, Taylor's family of companies provide a diverse set of products, services, and technologies addressing the toughest communication challenges. For nearly 50 years, Taylor has been a premier provider of powerful and innovative products, services, and expertise for individuals, businesses, and distributors large and small. Our 10,000+ employees spanning 26 states and seven countries work diligently to create the interactive, printing, and marketing solutions that have helped build some of the world's more recognizable brands. Everything we do begins with identifying the unique priorities and needs of our customers and creating one-of-a-kind solutions. We offer a comprehensive benefit package including several health plans to choose from, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and 64 hours of annual holiday pay.

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Taylor Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Taylor Corporation including all partners and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.