Primary Responsibilities:

• Operate equipment and/or hand tools to clean, deburr and prep, straighten, passivate, tumble or polish steel, chase nickel plated parts, cut parts to support milling and lathe operations and execute farm out package prep
• Handle, move and deliver material with forklift or other means to support Fabrication department
• Accurately record data in ERP system to capture part movement and cost
• Record issues in SharePoint to ensure proper workflow of corrective actions
• Follow safe work practices and perform housekeeping tasks

• Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements
• Assist with training other team members
• Recommend and implement up-to-date manufacturing methods to increase productivity and reduce costs
• Communicate openly, share knowledge, build positive collaboration between departments and team members
• Support and contribute to department and company metrics
• Be actively engaged in continuous improvement projects and culture

General Responsibilities:

• Adhere to, support and promote the Aagard vision and culture statements
• Demonstrate professional, respectful interaction with other team members
• Accurately and professionally represent Aagard to customers and vendors
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Ability to read and understand the proper use of measuring instruments
• Ability to operate or learn to operate a forklift safely

• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Basic shop math skills as rounding, positive/negative numbers, metric system
• Experience or training with computers and ability to learn and use Aagard specific software

• Ability to communicate with a variety of people
• Ability to walk or stand up to 100 percent of the time
• Ability to lift, push, pull up to 75 lbs
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Must be highly safety conscious
• Observant with attention to detail
• Conscientious of meeting and exceeding the internal customer requirements
• Ability to take action and be proactive
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Passion for excellence
• Value and build a culture of measurement