Find & Apply For Manufacturing / Production Technician Jobs in Portland, Michigan

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

: Promote team work and convey a genuine interest in supporting the lean production philosophy. Set-up and operate a variety of equipment in the plant as required. Maintain acceptable levels of performance as measured against work cell benchmarks. In addition, provide input relative to continuously improving the overall production performance of the work cell. You will be held accountable for knowing, understanding, and adhering to the Escalation Policy designed for this position. The job function may consist of operating single axis or multi-station CNC controls, automated welding, calling up programs, making minor adjustments, drilling, reaming, turning, chamfering, tapping, milling, piercing and similar operations on a variety of part sizes.

QUALIFICATIONS

: High school diploma or equivalent, with manufacturing experience preferred. Must successfully satisfy the established job qualifying criteria, as well as successfully completing verification process.

EXPERIENCE, SKILL, JOB KNOWLEDGE

: Work in conjunction with area team leader and supervisor to maintain standards of production. Assist in the development and maintenance of a method of job rotation that will enhance and retain individual skill levels required to maximize team productivity. Maintain acceptable levels of performance as measured against work cell benchmarks. In addition, provide input relative to continuously improving the overall production performance of the work cell. Assist and train fellow team members when required. Must possess the demonstrated ability to read and effectively utilize required inspection gages. In addition, must be skilled in reading and interpreting both parts prints and process sheets. Technician must also possess a thorough knowledge of the equipment, tooling and related functions in the plant. Ability to effectively communicate, plan, organize and problem solve is essential.

JOB ATTENTIVENESS

: Employee is responsible for producing quality parts and therefore must be familiar with and adhere to the total operator control philosophy. Excellent visual inspection combined with statistical process control (SPC) must be effectively utilized to maintain and improve quality. Perform required quality checks on both incoming and outgoing work cell product(s). Perform basic preventative maintenance to include cleaning and maintaining proper coolant and soap levels. Perform autonomous maintenance as required. Immediate recognition and containment of defective materials is required. Employee responsible for understanding cell escalation policy. Employee responsible for 10 in 6, documenting downtime, reviewing open issue log as it aligns with their goals.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

: Some jobs may require some or all of the following: May lift, load and unload parts up to 30 pounds, using proper material handling techniques, approximately 400-500 times per shift, per day. May push/pull material handling carts, using proper job safety material handling instructions. Work may be performed in a standing position for long periods of time. May operate and monitor multiple equipment simultaneously. May be responsible for understanding and/or maintaining proper fluid and media levels in equipment. Ability to read, comprehend work instructions/inspection requirements and document the same at required frequencies. Ability to operate hand gauges per work instructions/blueprints. Possess basic computer skills required to perform routine tasks. Ability to work overtime.

HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL

: Must adhere to all established health, safety and environmental policies and procedures to avoid exposure to cuts and bruises to the hands and arms and/or limited exposure to chemical fumes and minor burns. Each employee has the responsibility to minimize any negative impacts on the environment. In addition, employee is responsible for the housekeeping, orderliness and basic organization of the immediate work area.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

: Where possible, need to minimize continuous exposure to coolant splash, metal chips and above normal noise levels. May be exposed to fumes, odors and above normal heat.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$21.96 - $25.13 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 - 56.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): Do you have prior manufacturing experience?

Experience:

Manufacturing:

1 year (Preferred) Shift availability: Night Shift (Required) Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person