POSITION FILLED – Electro-Mechanical Technician Job Posting

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Job title: Electro-mechanical technician 

Position type: Full Time/Hourly

Reports to: Process Improvement Manager

Department: Engineering

Vectorply, a world leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of high performance composite fabrics, is a privately-owned company with headquarters in Phenix City, AL. Vectorply employs approximately 160 employees between administration, sales and production and produces more than 300 distinctive styles of reinforcement fabrics for a wide variety of composites applications.

Job description: This position will be responsible for improving the overall operating functions of the manufacturing machines to achieve the desired goals. This will include preventative maintenance programs, machine upgrades to enable difficult production orders to be more efficient, diagnostic/troubleshooting ability to resolve downtime and quality issues and overall machine efficiency improvements.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Improve the machinery ability to run difficult products more efficiently
• Improve the Plant’s weekly PM program making it more effective and efficient
• Trouble shoot electrical and mechanical issues on manufacturing machinery and take corrective actions with a sense of urgency
• Assists engineering in major projects and machine overhauls
• Improve the machinery capability in the reduction of set-up time and difficulty. Make the machinery simpler to operate.
• Takes after hour emergency phone calls for machine breakdowns

Qualifications:

• Analytical Skills and Electrical/Mechanical Comprehension
• Leadership and organizational skills
• Two-year technical degree or 5+ years of experience in an Electrical-Mechanical Technician role
• Experience in machine modifications and rebuilds
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics
• Basic computer skills
• Understands PLC’s and ladder logic
• Forklift/ Scissor lift driving

Working conditions:

Must work in a fast pace, manufacturing setting while standing or kneeling for extended periods on time while working on machinery. This position can be asked to work any shift as needed for any length of time.

 

Physical requirements:

• Must work in a standing or kneeling position for extended periods of time
• Person must be able to lift 50 lbs. without a lifting device.

 

Applications will be accepted at Goodwill Phenix City Career Center located at 3605 US Highway 431 North Phenix City, AL 36867 – Phone: (334) 664-9716

POSITION FILLED – Administrative Assistant Job Posting

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Job title: Administrative Assistant

Position type: Full Time/Salaried

Reports to: Controller

Department: General Administration

Vectorply, a world leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of high performance composite fabrics, is a privately-owned company with headquarters in Phenix City, AL. Vectorply employs approximately 160 employees between administration, sales and production and produces more than 300 distinctive styles of reinforcement fabrics for a wide variety of composites applications.

Job Description: The Administrative Assistant provides support to managers and employees in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources and the Manufacturing Departments through a variety of tasks related to organization and communication.

Experience/Skills:

• Human resource and clerical experience (preferred)
• Strong verbal, written and organizational skills
• Ability to work cohesively in a team environment
• Outgoing personality and strong initiative
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Flexibility to work outside normal business hours when necessary

Responsibilities:

• Greet guests and manage switchboard for Accounting, Finance, Human Resources and Manufacturing Departments.
• Provide direct support for Accounting, Finance, Human Resources and Manufacturing Departments.
• Produce and distribute manufacturing reports for the Director of Manufacturing.
• Scan and index accounting and manufacturing files.
• Organize production specification files.
• Prepare accounts payable & payroll checks for distribution.
• Coordinate pre-employment scheduling, background checks, reference. verifications, profile changes and payroll distributions.
• Administer payroll, human resource and safety reporting.
• Review and prepare expense reports for AP processing.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

Interested applicants should send your resume to employ@vectorply.com with the subject line ‘Administrative Assistant Position’. 

CAMX show cancelled, Vectorply still planning to exhibit at IBEX

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PHENIX CITY, Ala. –  Due to the imminent threat of Hurricane Irma in Florida, CAMX show officials announced Thursday that the 2017 show in Orlando next week has been postponed. At this time, Vectorply Corporation is still planning to exhibit at IBEX September 19-21, 2017 at the Tampa Convention Center in Tampa, FL.

Our thoughts are with all of those who have been and will be affected by Hurricane Irma

Vectorply adds Composite Test Engineer Leigh Nolen

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Leigh Nolen (pictured) joined Vectorply’s Technical Services and Engineering Team on Monday, 6/5 as a Composite Test Engineer.

Vectorply Corporation is proud to announce Leigh Nolen as the newest member to our Technical Services and Engineering department, taking on the position title of Composite Test Engineer.  Nolen earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham in May 2006, and a Master’s of Science, Materials Science and Engineering, in December 2009, also from UAB.  She has since been working for Toray Carbon Fibers America, Inc. as Senior Research Engineer.  Leigh is very well versed in the mechanical and physical testing of composite materials and specifically carbon fiber materials, which will be an enormous asset in our new composite materials lab.

POSITION FILLED – Advanced Composites Business Development Manager

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Vectorply Corporation, a leader in the development, production and distribution of high performance composite reinforcement fabrics is seeking to hire an experienced executive to lead new business development for the expanding advanced composites reinforcement product line.

The primary responsibility of the position is to identify potential customers, develop relationships, and assist Vectorply sales and engineering teams with winning new supply positions.  The focus will be on composite producers within the aerospace, automotive and infrastructure industry segments.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of experience in the composites industry with a full understanding of advanced high performance reinforcement fabrics such as carbon, aramid and other high modulus fibers.

This job will report directly to Trey Sawtelle, Co-president and will be based in the new Advanced Composite Reinforcement Center at the company’s Alabama headquarters. The job will require a significant amount of travel. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Interested candidates should send their resumes to employ@vectorply.com

POSITION FILLED – Advanced Composites Business Development Manager Job Posting

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Vectorply Corporation, a world leader in the development, manufacturing and distribution of composite reinforcement fabrics, is seeking to hire an executive to be responsible for developing new business for the company’s expanding advanced composites product line.

The principle responsibility of the position will be to utilize Vectorply’s wide product and manufacturing capabilities, specifically carbon reinforcements, to identify, develop and expand market participation into all industry segments.

 

Primary Responsibilities

  • Assist in developing and implementing comprehensive sales strategy and solutions to expand and increase Vectorply’s penetration of advanced composite reinforcements to all markets. Sales strategy will include working very closely with all Vectorply territory managers and engineering team.
  • Responsible for growth and profitability of advanced composites business unit.
  • Budget and control all costs and expenses related to building / expanding the advanced composites product line.
  • Work (top down) with all customers by establishing contact, developing relationships and recommending fabric solutions.
  • Target business opportunities by identifying prospects, and evaluating their process and end use material requirements, while simultaneously analyzing our product and selling options for the customer.
  • Maintain relationships with all clients by providing continuous contact support, information and guidance.
  • Researching and recommending new opportunities; recommending profit and service improvements.
  • Work closely with Vectorply’s Product Development Team to identify new fabrics by remaining current on industry trends, market activities and competitors.
  • This position will report directly to Trey Sawtelle – Co-President

 

Additional Responsibilities & Requirements

  • The territory will be North America; therefore, there will be considerable travel involved.
  • This positon is best suited to work from our Advanced Composite Reinforcement Center in Phenix City Al. With that said, the person filling this position can work remotely if they are located close to a major metropolitan airport.
  • Weekly sales / customer follow-up reporting will be expected.
  • At least 5 years’ work experience in the composites industry
    • Preferably an emphasis in carbon related materials
    • A background in the aerospace and automotive markets would be desirable

 

Vectorply’s sales and service team is comprised of self-starters; a motivated group who work together to manage their territory / area of responsibility as a business unit.  Pricing, product selection, qualification and technical assistance is the responsibility of our knowledgeable and experienced sales managers with the guidance and support of the entire Vectorply service management team.

Vectorply is a family of professionals.  We work as a team!  We are all committed to selling the highest quality of fabrics through technical expertise and unmatched customer service.  Our daily goal is to positively impact and maintain Vectorply’s strong reputation in the market place while helping our customers design, engineer, and build very efficient products.

 

All resumes and inquiries should be sent to employ@vectorply.com

POSITION FILLED – Customer Service Team Leader Job Posting

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Date:        11/1/16

Title:         Customer Service Team Leader

 

Vectorply Corporation overview

Vectorply Corporation is a privately held company with headquarters in Phenix City, AL.  Vectorply, a world leader in the design, manufacturing and distribution of high performance composite fabrics, has an immediate opening for an experienced Customer Service Team Leader.

 Vectorply is a dynamic market-driven company with a strong focus on exceeding our customer’s expectations.  The customer service responsibilities are very diversified, handling every aspect from forecasting, order entry to customer delivery.  Our motto is, “Always working hard to make it easy for our customers to do business with us”.  Vectorply is looking for an experienced professional willing to work hard and lead our outstanding service team.

 

CSTL Position Job requirements

  • 4 year undergraduate degree (business preferred)
  • Minimum 5-7 years customer service management experience
  • Proven leadership skills; ability to communicate well with others, work cohesively and lead in a team environment
  • Outgoing personality with strong initiative to set-forth and achieve goals
  • Advanced troubleshooting / problem solving capabilities
  • Ability to analyze different types of customer data and implement effective programs to increase the customer satisfaction experience
  • Liaise with company management to support and implement customer fulfilment growth strategies.

 

Please forward all resumes to employ@vectorply.com

POSITION FILLED – Administrative Assistant Position

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Date: 10/5/16

Title: Administrative Assistant

Hours: Full Time 8:00 to 5:00 EST

 

Company overview

Vectorply Corporation, a world leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of high performance composite reinforcement fabrics, has an immediate opening at its Phenix City, AL, location for an Administrative Assistant.

 

Job description

 Greet guests and manage switchboard for Accounting, Human Resources and Manufacturing Departments

 Collect and review employee applications for completeness

 Direct support for Accounting, Human Resources and Manufacturing Departments

 Produce and distribute manufacturing reports for the Director of Manufacturing

 Scan and index Accounting and Manufacturing files

 Organize production specification files

 Prepare Accounts Payable checks for distribution

 Coordinate pre-employment scheduling, background checks, reference verifications, profile changes and payroll distributions

 Payroll, Human Resources and Safety Reporting

 Review and prepare expense reports for AP processing

 

Job requirements

 Some college education preferred

 Some Human Resource and Clerical experience preferred

 Ability to communicate well with others and work cohesively in a team environment

 Outgoing personality with strong initiative

 Strong verbal, written and organizational skills

 Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook

 Flexibility to work outside normal hours when necessary

 

Interested qualified applicants are encouraged to e-mail their resumes

to employ@vectorply.com with the heading “Administrative Assistant”.

POSITION FILLED – Process Improvement Executive Position

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Vectorply Corporation, a world leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of high performance composite reinforcement fabrics, has an immediate opening at its Phenix City, AL location for an experienced executive to lead the company’s continuous improvement initiatives.

The job entails analysis of present methods and the development of new systems and procedures aimed at increasing operational productivity and the elimination of wastefulness. This person will direct or influence the activities of others engaged in worker training, operating procedures, safety, quality, maintenance and other manufacturing and process support functions.

The company is seeking a high quality individual with a minimum of 10 years experience in the field and has many notable accomplishments in their resume. The ideal candidate will have earned an Industrial or Mechanical Engineering degree.

Interested qualified applicants are encouraged to email their resumes to employ@vectorply.com with the heading ‘Process Improvement Executive Position’.

Vectorply highlights VectorUltra line at CAMX, IBEX

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Phenix City, Ala. – Each year Vectorply Corporation exhibits at the Composites and Advanced Materials Expo (CAMX) and the International Boatbuilders’ Exhibition & Conference (IBEX). This year the focus at both shows was their expanding advanced composite reinforcement line of VectorUltra products.

At CAMX in Anaheim, CA Vectorply Director of Composites Engineering Trevor Gundberg, P.E. and Field Engineer Mike Ditzler participated in live demonstrations at Composites One’s Lean Mean Process Machine. Gundberg assisted in the Infrastructure Repair demo while Ditzler helped with the New Tooling Technology and Consumer Recreation demos.

During the Infrastructure Repair demo a mock concrete column was repaired using a combination of Vectorply’s E-LT 2900 and C-LA 1812. The presentation demonstrated how to use vacuum bag infusion in the field to repair damaged columns and provide added stability for seismic protection.

In the New Tooling Technology demo Ditzler helped demonstrate an infusion for an Indy Car intake scoop. The Consumer Recreation demo featured skateboard production through the use of silicone bag molding. Vectorply’s toughened carbon, C-BXi 0456, was used to increase impact resistance and damage tolerance and carbon/Innegra hybrid CI-TTXCX 1310 and C-WVs 0600-TW were also used during the demos.

With CAMX in the books, Vectorply’s team made the cross-country trip to exhibit at IBEX the following week in Tampa, FL. Vectorply also participated in an eye-catching exhibit at IBEX aimed at highlighting the future of composites production.

The “Future Materials Exhibit” is a hands-on display that is presented by Professional BoatBuilder and CompositesWorld magazines. In the exhibit, Vectorply highlighted two special VectorUltra products, C-BXi 0456 and C-4QX 9400, and a comingled E-glass/polypropylene thermoply product, EPP-W 2200.

EPP-W 2200 is a 22oz. fabric that offers users a wide range of flexibility due to the combination of thermoplastic and thermoset fibers. An 11’ 4” Super Cruiser stand up paddle board produced by Bounce Composites provided a great example of an end-use application for the thermoply product and received a lot of attention from visitors.

Panels of the two carbon products were also on display in the exhibit. The balanced and symmetric construction (mirror image) of the carbon C-4QX 9400 enables fast build-up of thick sections along with very low and consistent CTE and uncoupled (no potato chipping) laminates. The toughened C-BXi 0456 with interleaved lightweight polyamide veils provides greater interlaminar toughness and reduces delamination/damage zone size in the event of an impact.