Ancillary Production Technician

Cardinal Equipment Services; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardinal Equipment Services in Winter Haven, FL is seeking an Ancillary Production Technician to support equipment refurbishment. The role focuses on mechanical triage, disassembly, repair, reassembly, and basic quality checks to restore equipment to working condition.

You will use a variety of hand tools and power tools, follow SOPs, maintain a clean, safe workspace, and collaborate with the production team to keep workflow moving smoothly. High school diploma required; overtime may be needed.

Qualifications

• Strong technical ability and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic knowledge of using power and hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety protocols and protect assets.
• Perform diagnosis, disassembly, and inspection for repairs.
• Wash, clean, and prepare components for reassembly.
• Reassemble equipment with new or refurbished parts per SOPs.
• Test and verify equipment functionality after reassembly.
• Package completed products securely for shipment.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs and parts used.

Skills

Technical skills

Attention to detail

Quality management

Power tools

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Job Title: Ancillary Production Technician

Location: Winter Haven, Florida

Job Type: Full Time

Cardinal Equipment Services is looking for a Ancillary Production Technician based out of our Winter Haven location. We’re currently looking for Monday through Friday, working 6:30AM to 3:00PM.

Job Summary:

Cardinal Equipment Services is seeking a hands‑on Ancillary Production Technician to support fast‑paced equipment refurbishment work in Winter Haven, FL. This role focuses on mechanical triage, disassembly, repair, reassembly, and basic quality checks to ensure equipment is restored to working condition. The technician uses a variety of hand tools and power tools to fix and rebuild equipment while keeping accurate records of parts and repairs. Strong mechanical ability, the ability to follow SOPs, and comfort working in a busy production environment are essential. The technician also maintains a clean, safe workspace and works closely with the production team to keep workflow moving smoothly.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Adhere to all safety protocols to protect associates and company assets.
• Perform initial diagnosis, disassembly, and inspection of various equipment to determine required repairs or refurbishment steps.
• Wash, clean, and prepare components for reassembly; ensure all parts meet quality and cleanliness standards.
• Reassemble equipment using new or refurbished components based on customer profiles and SOP requirements.
• Test and verify equipment functionality after reassembly to ensure all units meet performance quality and safety standards.
• Package completed products securely for shipment, ensuring protection of equipment during transit.
• Use hand tools, power tools, air tools, and specialty equipment (drills, wrenches, grinders, soldering tools, screwdrivers, etc.) to disassemble, repair, and reassemble machinery.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs, parts used, and work performed through data entry in the company system.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical issues to restore proper equipment operation.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures, work instructions, and customer specifications throughout the remanufacturing process.
• Identify defective or non‑usable parts and scrap them according to company guidelines.
• Coordinate with production floor personnel to complete required steps and maintain workflow continuity.
• Responsible for maintaining all company‑issued tools, ensuring they are organized, accounted for, and stored properly at all times.
• Ensure the workspace is kept clean and safe, adhering to company standards.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production targets and maintain workflow efficiency.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong technical skills and ability to troubleshoot and repair various types of equipment.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective quality management and technical skills needed.
• Basic knowledge of and ability to use power and hand tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to operate Company computer systems.
• Ability to utilize all company-provided resources and technology.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English, with both written and verbal instruction.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of and ability to use hand and power tools, including screwdrivers and drills.
• Minimum age is 18 years old.
• Regular and prompt attendance as an essential job function.
• Follow all prescribed safety and security measures protecting associates and company assets.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required and compliance with safety policies.
• Soldering or electrical board repair experience preferred

Work Environment:

• Work performed on cement floors in a warehouse environment.
• Work is performed in a warehouse environment with exposure to varying temperature conditions, including heat, cold and humidity.
• Noise levels are typically moderate to high due to machinery, powered industrial equipment, and general warehouse operations.

Physical Requirements:

• Repeated sitting, standing on cement floors, walking, pushing/pulling, lifting, carrying, up to 35 lbs.
• Frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, twist, reach, grasp, and make repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties.
• Continuous bending, kneeling squatting, grasping, reaching, fine manipulation and exposure to chemicals and noise.

Work Requirements:

• Follow all Company Safety Rules.
• Must adhere to regular and predictable attendance.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including safety vest, steel toed shoes, safety glasses, etc.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy amounts of weight.
• Must be able to work overtime as needed.