Production Technician - Frame Assembly
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Overview
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$18+/hour
Job Description
Monday – Thursday 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Job Summary:
The Production Technician 5 performs all tasks involved in the production of Wood’s Powr-Grip’s (WPG) products. The position follows standard production procedures and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible.
Minimum Qualifications:
This position requires the following minimum qualifications unless indicated as only a preferred qualification:
Preferred but Not Required Qualifications:
- Education: High school diploma or GED - Preferred but not required.
- Licensing/Registration/Certification: Driver’s license - Preferred but not required.
- Experience: Preferred but not required.
Required Qualifications:
The following are required.
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities, Competencies:
- Must have the following:
- Ability to operate a forklift and become certified within 1 year of employment.
- Must be a self-starter and must be able to work under pressure.
- Must be able to multi-task efficiently and be flexible/adaptable.
- Must be able to effectively manage time.
- Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing effectively to the extent required by the position.
- Must be able to effectively and cooperatively work with other people both in and outside the company.
Working Conditions And Physical Demands:
Must be able to meet the working conditions and physical demands identified below.
Body Senses:
ALL, including the ability to distinguish colors.
Mental:
Strong analytical skills to the extent required by the position. Sound judgement and decision making skills.
Mathematics:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide to the extent required by the position. Ability to measure and convert measurements using various measurement tools.
Language: English.
Mechanical Skills: Required.
Spatial Relations Skills: Required.
Scope Of Supervisory Responsibility And Authority:
This position reports directly to the Production Cell Supervisor or Assistant Production Cell Supervisor for the particular department to which the Production Technician 5 is assigned. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
The position of Production Technician 5 includes all authority necessary to produce products and parts as assigned by the Production Cell Supervisor or the Production Cell Assistant Supervisor. This includes authority to direct or perform all activities which are within the Production Technician 5’s defined span of control, and which are necessary for the organization to attain its production schedules. All such activities are to be carried out within the bounds of established policies and procedures.
Essential Functions And Responsibilities:
This position has the following essential functions and responsibilities:
Functions/Responsibilities:
The position has the following functions and responsibilities:
- Reads, understands and follows standard WPG production procedures as assigned by department supervisor, assistant supervisor, or designated trainer.
- Operates various hand tools, machinery and equipment, and reads blueprints and job orders to prepare, fabricate, assemble and package parts, sub-assemblies and finished products as dictated by current production demands.
- Keeps accurate accounts of time and production using available software and/or other methods assigned by the company.
- Manages time and productivity appropriately to keeps production on schedule to meet production deadlines.
- Maintains a safe working environment by wearing all safety apparel as directed by supervisor (or trainer) or as required by company procedures or applicable laws.
- Maintains a clean and safe working environment by operating all machinery, equipment, and tools within safety guidelines established by the company, applicable laws and standard safe work practices.
- Inspects and tests parts, sub-assemblies and final product, using various tools and equipment, to insure they are within quality and production guidelines. Alerts supervisor or designated trainer if for any reason Production Technician 5 has reason to think the product being produced is not meeting the specifications as required.
- Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product. Participates in required Lean efficiency improvement events, including but not limited to 5S, Kaisen Events.
- Initiates paperwork, in accordance with the appropriate quality procedure, for any corrective action that is required.
- Demonstrates consistently good attendance and reliability.
- Abides by all company policies and procedures.
- Maintains a physical appearance which is reasonable, suitable and generally acceptable for your job and within the overall working environment.
- Fulfills the essential functions and responsibilities identified above. Fulfills any additional responsibilities, functions, and tasks assigned by your supervisor.
NOTE: THERE MAY BE MINOR DIFFERENCES WITHIN THE DEPARTMENTS. THESE CIRCUMSTANCES APPLY IN GENERAL TO ALL DEPARTMENTS.
Working Conditions & Physical Demands:
In general, the working conditions are as follows:
- Frequent exposure to: noise, heat, water, grease, oil, dust/shavings.
- Occasional exposure to: dirt, smoke, vibration.
- Normal working temperatures.
- Normal full-time working hours for your position will be specifically assigned by your supervisor. Each shift normally has:
- One (1) hour off for lunch.
- Morning Break: 20 minutes.
- Afternoon Break: 20 minutes.
- Breaks are not guaranteed. They are provided at management's discretion and may be rescinded at any time without notice. Breaks represent "opportunities" to break from your work. Employees are expected to stay at work station between breaks.
- You are engaged in a work activity that should not be interrupted, where such interruption adversely affects the quality of the product or part being manufactured and/or the efficiency of your job as described in this position guide.
- You are about to engage in a work activity that, if delayed, adversely affects the quality of the product or part being manufactured and/or the efficiency of your job as described in this job description.
The position requires the following:
- Must be able to sit, walk, bend, carry and stand frequently throughout an eight hour day or ten hour day.
- Must be able to frequently lift 0-50 lbs. and occasionally lift 50 lbs. from a floor or table position to chest or overhead height using a proper lifting technique and repetitively use arms, hands, and fingers in the manipulation of parts.
- Must demonstrate good hand/eye coordination and demonstrate good manual dexterity.
- Must be able to write, use assorted office equipment: computer and all pertinent software, and calculator.
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FAQs About Production Technician - Frame Assembly Jobs at Wood's Powr-Grip
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This job at Wood's Powr-Grip is located in Laurel, MT, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Wood's Powr-Grip?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $17.82 (per hour).
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