Production Assistant

PRODUCTION ASSISTANT

JOB SUMMARY

This position reports directly to the Production Manager. It consists of assembling light-weight components for veterinary diagnostic test kits; quality control of some components and/or kits; and assisting in shipping.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assemble test kits, including:
  • Count and bag kit components (pipettes, stirrers, cards)
  • Edit, print and apply labels to components and kit boxes
  • Copy and fold materials (inserts, identifier, etc.)
  • Inspect empty tubes, fill tube racks, cap tubes
  • Inspect and label test cards
  • Bottle, cap and label kit reagents (non-toxic)
  • Inspect filled tubes and place into kit inserts
  • Fold kit boxes and box inserts
  • Fold and tape shipping boxes
  • Quality control of various components and assembled kits
• Package kits for shipment; apply proper shipping label and packing slip
• Help maintain inventory of kits and components
• Prepare purchase orders as needed and submit electronically
• Receive supply shipments; unbox and place in designated areas
• Clean work area daily; sweep work area and empty trash as needed/weekly
• Such other duties as may be required

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Attention to detail is critical as components can be confusing
• Ability to distinguish components by color
• Fluency in English
• Able to read fine print
• Computer literate (will train on label maker software)
• Ability to use a heat sealer, pipet, scales, and pH meter (will train)
• Physical activities frequently include sitting or standing for extended periods of time, bending, stooping, lifting, carrying, walking, and reaching above shoulder height and below waist
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds independently and 50 pounds with help to above waist level

HOURS

• 20 to 25 hours per week

BENEFITS

• 16 paid holidays (minimum) (2026 has 20 paid holidays)
• 10 paid vacation days per year after probationary period (pro-rated first year)
• 7 paid sick days per year after probationary period (pro-rated first year)
• 2 paid personal days per year after probationary period (pro-rated first year)

STARTING SALARY

$15 to $17 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications

Job Type: Part-time

SCHEDULE

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person