Production Technician I

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs a variety of general labor tasks including, but not limited to, machine/equipment operation, visual inspection, measurement, deburring, brushing, cleaning, lifting and moving materials as well as other activities in a safe, timely and productive manner.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Take initiative in creating a safe work environment, paying attention to surroundings and participating in keeping self and coworkers safe.
• Ability to work from Work Instructions and Procedure Sheets Instructions to perform operations at assigned area.
• Operates equipment as directed by supervisor; recognizes variations from proper equipment/machine performance and seeks assistance when other than normal adjustments are required
• Loads, unloads parts and moves materials within the plant by carrying, pushing, rolling or operating material handling equipment.
• Understand and meet or exceed production standards in both quality and quantity, in at least two production areas.
• Perform quality checks as outlined in the procedure; seeks assistance when recognizing quality concerns that are outside the scope of the operator level.
• You are responsible for maintaining a clean and safe workspace at all times.
• Use our visual factory aids and tools to continue workflow, for example: a kanban system
• Performs accurate data entry in ERP and payroll systems; maintains accurate records and logs as required
• Contribute to problem solving to improve product quality, providing feedback/suggestions for improvement on work instructions and/or processes
• Employees must understand the general requirements of ISO9001:2008/2015; employees are expected to understand the Quality Policy and have a working knowledge of the Quality Management System in terms of their job function and interaction with process owners.
• Must understand AS9100 and FDA requirements as they relate to Judson Smith.

May perform other duties as requested

IDEAL EXPERIENCE:

Although an entry-level position, previous manufacturing experience where a high degree of quality and a required level of part quantities are met would be ideal.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum high school diploma or GED
• Ability to follow oral instructions
• Ability to learn and retain the proper use of and interpret a micrometer and, as needed, calipers and verniers.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Acute attention to detail
• Basic computer skills, including accurate data entry
• Effective communication language skills - both written and verbal