Production Technician - 2nd shift
Description Summary The Production Technician is responsible for supporting machinists and CNC/EDM operators through preparation, material handling, secondary operations, inspection support, equipment upkeep, and general production activities to ensure efficient workflow and achievement of production output requirements within the business unit. Responsibilities Supports machinists and CNC/EDM operators with daily production activities to maintain workflow and machine uptime.
Prepares materials, tooling, fixtures, and related equipment for production operations. Loads and unloads parts and materials from machines and workstations as required. Performs basic machine operation tasks where programs, fixtures, and methods have been established. Performs deburring, cleaning, marking, packaging, and other secondary operations as required. Assists with in-process inspections using basic measuring equipment and verifies part conformity to work order and blueprint requirements.
Responsible for accurately completing paperwork relating to counts, scrap, time, inspections, and material movement. Maintains area, equipment, tooling, and workstations in a neat and orderly condition, including completion of operator maintenance sheets. Assists with inventory organization, material staging, and movement of product throughout the manufacturing process. Communicates production, quality, or equipment concerns to appropriate personnel in a timely manner.
Demonstrates a proactive approach to supporting process improvements and resolving production-related issues in coordination with team members and other departments. Supports Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives within the department. Complies with OSHA, health, safety, and environmental requirements always. Trains, guides, and assists other employees as required. May be assigned to carry out tasks not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description, in support of department objectives and individual skill development.
Requirements Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment preferred. Experience working in a machine shop or production environment preferred. Basic understanding of manufacturing drawings, work instructions, and measurement tools preferred. Strong listening and communication skills; verbal and written skills. Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
Strong attention to detail. Demonstrated self-starter with the ability to work independently and within a team environment. Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and Manufacturing ERP systems (Job Boss preferred). Ability to safely lift materials and stand for extended periods in a manufacturing environment. Physical Requirements Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
The worker may be required to move, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and/or complete repetitive motions during course of work. Visual Requirements The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operating machines such as lathes, drill presses, power saws and mills where the seeing job is at or within arms reach; performing mechanical or skilled trades tasks of a non-repetitive nature such as ones by carpenters, technicians, service people, plumbers, painters, mechanics, etc.
Environmental Conditions The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions: Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. The worker is subject to noise: There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level. The worker is subject to vibration: Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body.
The worker is subject to hazards: Incl