Production Technician

Founded in 1966, Positronic is a progressive, global company that builds premium power and signal connectors for several industries, including medical, aerospace and military. We are located across three continents, and are looking for highly motivated, passionate people to join our team! We offer an excellent benefit package, highlighted by low-cost health insurance, quarterly bonus program and a 5% employee-match 401k retirement plan. Discover more at https://www.connectpositronic.com/en/

Job Summary

Production Technician provides technical support to engineers during the improvement of manufacturing processes for production. Uses clearly defined tools and instructions from engineers for the maintenance of production equipment. Solves routine technical problems in assembly department. Projects will include 5S, tool replacement, preventative maintenance, safety implementation, and general production support.

Job Responsibilities

• Communicate with suppliers, customers, technical and production staff.
• Serve as the first point-of-contact for technical issues and questions.
• Read and understand technical documents such as manuals, drawings, specifications, contracts, procedures, work instructions and quality standards.
• Determine product compliance with technical documents.
• Understand and participate in lean-manufacturing activities.
• Perform time studies to verify existing production standards.
• Routine and preventative maintenance on production equipment.
• Order and replace tools in assembly as required.
• Solve routine technical problems.
• Answer technical questions using existing specifications.
• Follow instructions and accept constructive criticism to produce a positive outcome.
• Complete tasks or projects according to deadlines, including working extra if required.
• Obtain Yellow Belt from Positronic approved academy.
• Comply with all policies and procedures.
• Utilize and/or operate machines or tools that press, mill, drill, grind, or saw.
• Use Microsoft Office, Epicor, SolidWorks, and other software as required.
• Work with external entities and be willing to travel as required.
• Creation of job-related procedures and work instructions.
• Train other employees to job-related procedures and work instructions.

• Protecting themselves and their co-workers by adhering to all company safety & health policies
• Must work with the EHS department to ensure all local, state, and federal regulatory agencies requirements are met; OSHA, NFPA, DNR, EPA and Amphenol sustainability practices.
• Must work with the Quality department to ensure all quality standards are met for AS9100 certification.
• Comply with company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education: High school diploma or GED; or

Experience: 2+ years related experience; or

Other: An equivalent combination of education and experience

Physical: Must be able to lift 0-10lbs. frequently. Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist, reach and reach overhead.

Shift: Second (Monday-Friday, 2:00pm- 10:30pm)

Knowledge:

English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

Skills:

Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Attention to Detail -Being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Getting Information - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Handling and Moving Objects - Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others

Abilities:

Arm-Hand Steadiness - The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.

Control Precision - The ability to adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle quickly and repeatedly to exact positions.

Manual Dexterity - The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects

Multi-limb Coordination - The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.

Near Vision - The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Oral Comprehension - The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Problem Sensitivity - The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.

Static Strength - The ability to exert maximum force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.

Trunk Strength - The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support parts of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing.

POSITRONIC RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, INTERPRET, OR APPLY THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN ANY WAY THE COMPANY DESIRES. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES, INCLUDING ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS "AT-WILL." THE AFOREMENTIONED JOB REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE QUALIFIED DISABLED INDIVIDUALS.

Positronic is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. For more information regarding EEOC requirements please visit http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf

Positronic Industries participates in the United States Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. The E-Verify program is a web-based employment eligibility verification system for newly hired employees operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Any candidate that needs an accommodation or assistance with the application process should contact HR at hr@connectpositronic.com or at 417-866-2322.