Production Technician

TITLE:

Production Technician

DEPARTMENT:

Manufacturing - Pressure

REPORTS TO:

Manufacturing Manager

STATUS:

Non-Exempt

LOCATION:

Houston, TX 77086

JOB SUMMARY:

This Production Technician's responsibilities include assembling, testing, calibrating, and inspecting diaphragm seal-to-pressure gauge assemblies. This role involves operating various assembly and testing equipment, interpreting work orders, and ensuring product quality. The position contributes to delivering high-quality products to both internal and external stakeholders, requiring mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and a natural curiosity.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operating Machinery/Equipment:

• Operate various assembly, filling and testing equipment, including hand tools, vacuum fill bench, cutoff saw, sanding belts, buffing wheels, crimping machine, wire strippers, sand blaster, soldering iron,  and measurement equipment (e.g., ruler, calipers, multimeter).

Manual Fabrication & Assembly:

• Fabricate and assemble parts in accordance with procedures and work instructions.

Parts Management:

• Identify and pull parts as required.
• Interpret complex work orders to determine assembly requirements.

Quality Control & Documentation:

• Conduct quality assessments with minimal training, ensuring product acceptability through process inspection sheets and workstation measuring and test equipment.
• Recognize and document quality issues and defects.
• Effectively communicate issues to co-workers and supervisors for potential process improvement.
• Accurately indicate acceptable products on work orders as per established procedures.
• Read and understand drawings.

Specific duties will vary on a daily basis.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Mechanical inclination, such as working on cars, building models, or having experience in final assembly.
• Proficiency in the English language (speaking, writing, and reading).
• Computer literacy (e.g., MS Word, Excel, internet) with a willingness to learn new programs.
• Reliable transportation to and from work (40-hour work week).
• Ability to stand for up to 8 hours.
• Strong manual dexterity and good eyesight (for reading drawings and assembly).
• Ability to follow written instructions.
• Willingness to learn new skills along with a natural curiosity.
• Strong work ethic, emphasizing efficiency on repetitive tasks and tackling technical problems.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• TIG welding skills and experience is a plus.
• Soldering skills.
• Experience with calipers and multimeters.
• Ability to thrive in an environment with shifting priorities and prioritize work without direct supervision.
• Previous experience in a factory/production environment.
• Problem-solving abilities and the confidence to work both independently and as part of a team.