(26-21) Prototype Technician

Orscheln Industries; Moberly (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Orscheln Products LLC in Moberly, MO is seeking a Prototype Technician to assemble a range of parts for prototypes and short-run production orders. The role emphasizes working with minimal supervision, following exact specifications, and collaborating with Engineering to develop and refine components.

You will maintain quality through careful measurement, document control, and safe practices, while supporting production during gaps between prototype orders.

Qualifications

• Reading skills required to interpret drawings and specs.
• Basic math and measurement skills for inspection and assembly.
• Write legibly to record logs and data.
• Blueprint reading to interpret design and tolerances.
• Use of measurement tools to inspect components and assemblies.
• Computer skills for document handling and records.
• Ability to follow directions and standardized procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety-critical assembly tasks exactly to designated specs and tolerances.
• Recognize and interpret critical characteristic symbols on blueprints.
• Work from sketches, marked prints, and verbal instructions as needed.
• Collaborate with Engineering and tool room personnel to develop parts and assemblies.
• Order parts from internal warehouses to complete builds.
• Maintain logs of parts used and completion dates.
• Follow all 6S & Safety Guidelines.

Skills

Reading skills

Basic math skills

Write legibly

Blueprint reading

Measurement tools

Computer skills

Follow directions

Education

High School degree or equivalent

Job description

Prototype Technician

Orscheln Products LLC, Moberly, MO

Position Listing #26-21

About This Position

Summary: Assemble all types of Orscheln Co. products in a manner which produces a cost effective, quality product, safely and on time. Often it will require working with little or no supervision and must rely on knowledge of product and processes required to build prototype parts and short-run production orders. Participate actively in team operations and work toward cost reductions and design improvements to all products. Support production assembly operations during open time in between prototype orders.

Preferred Educational Experience

High School degree or equivalent preferred.

Preferred Work Experience

Prior assembly experience required, preferably five (5) years minimum. Experience with Quality Assurance type functions and documents and prototype fabrication preferred.

Essential Functions

• Ability to perform all safety critical functions. The product must be built to the designated specs approved and cannot be deviated or substituted. The control, performance and tolerance are essential for the part to function so that it does not jeopardize public safety or it’s compliance with government regulations.
• Must be able to recognize and call the critical characteristic symbols as listed on the blueprints.
• Frequently working from sketches, marked up prints and verbal instruction will be required.
• Work closely with Engineering and tool room personnel to develop and fabricate component parts and/or assemblies.
• Order parts as required from internal warehouse operation as required to complete the assigned build job.
• Must have general knowledge of measuring devices as required to inspect components parts and final assemblies, and ability to record such data in a neat and orderly fashion.
• Maintain logs of parts used, completion dates, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Follow all 6S & Safety Guidelines – Safety, Sort, Straighten, Scrub, Standardize, Sustain

Qualifications and Desired Skills

• Reading skills
• Basic math skills
• Write legibly
• Blueprint reading
• Measurement tools
• Computer skills
• Follow directions

Physical Requirements

• Repetitive hand/arm movement
• Pushing pulling
• Bending/stooping
• Lifting up to 35lbs
• Standing for long periods of time
• Limited sitting
• Heat controlled environment/not air conditioned
• Color perception and vision requirements

Work Eligibility: Must be a U.S. Citizen or a permanent lawful resident of the U.S.

AAP/EEO Statement: It is the policy of Orscheln Products to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.