Manufacturing Technician

POSITION: Manufacturing Technician – 1st & 2nd Shift

LOCATION: Jupiter/Stuart, FL 

STATUS: Contract to Hire

The essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Performs engraving, buffing, grinding, polishing, and touch up grinding on components or coatings using various tools and equipment per specification 


• Performs sandblasting on components during reconditioning process per specification 


• Utilizes precision measuring equipment as required to check work 


• Assists operators in setting up equipment 


• Operates cleaning process machines such as the ultrasonic or the hot water wash 


• Operate other process specific equipment as required 


• Operates small cranes and fork-lifts to move equipment, parts, and material 


• Quality check of the performed work before operation step confirmation 


• Preparation/confirmation of the required quality documentation 


• Reporting and monitoring of used production time per production step 


• Carrying out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on equipment and tools 


• Keeping the working environment and machines in a clean and proper condition 


• Following Environmental Health and Safety regulations 


• Performing waste handling in accordance to EHS procedures & legal requirements, such as: 

• Segregating waste generated 


• Placing hazardous and non-hazardous waste in appropriate containers 


• Maintaining waste containers closed and in good condition 


• Labeling waste containers with appropriate hazardous waste and non-hazardous waste labels 


• Marking the start accumulation date to hazardous waste label once the container in the satellite accumulation area becomes full. 


• Arranging internal waste transfer to central accumulation area 


• Contain and clean up area incidental spills 

• Continually improving operations and the working environment 


• Independently carry out all assigned technician work during the reconditioning process 


• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education & Training

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent. 


• Complete specific on-the-job training towards meeting essential duties and work area performance criteria. 


• Must complete EHS assigned regulatory training for work area as described by PSM’s EHS Training Matrix, which includes: 

• Initial and annual Hazardous Waste Management training. 

• 2 years of experience in a production or maintenance environment 


• 2 years of experience of manufacturing experience with the specific skills in one of the following disciplines preferred: grinding, blending coatings, coatings application, coatings removal (strip line), blasting, heat treat, machining or welding 


• 2 years of experience with interpretation of technical drawings or work instructions preferred 


• Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing processes 


• Basic knowledge of MS Office programs, SAP, and time keeping applications 


• Must be a detailed oriented, high energy, self-starter with the ability to drive the successful completion of projects within specified time frames 


• Strong oral communication skills required 


• Strong quality and customer focus 


• Process and Team oriented; Multicultural sensitivity 


• Trustworthy, quick learning, innovative and reliable 


• Proficient in the use of hand tools 

Physical Requirements 

• Stooping/Crouching. Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. 


• Kneeling. Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees. 


• Crawling. Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet. 


• Reaching. Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. 


• Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time 


• Walking. Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work area to another. 


• Pushing & Pulling 


• Lifting up to 50 lbs. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. 


• Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. 


• Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. 


• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes. 


• The worker is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level. 


• The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals. 


• May require travel (air & ground) with short notice. 


• Being able to wear required PPEs for specific tasks performed, such as respirators, Tyvek suit, gloves, respirator, face shield, etc. 


• Ability to cooperate and work with people 

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled