Manufacturing Technician

utrs; Dover (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Technical Resource Services, Inc. (UTRS) is seeking a Manufacturing Technician in Picatinny Arsenal, NJ.

The role involves operating production equipment, inspecting components, maintaining inventory, and supporting daily manufacturing operations with machinists, engineers, and staff. Candidates should have a high school diploma, basic math and ability to read drawings; experience in a machine shop or manufacturing; capable of standing, lifting, and working safely.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret tolerances.
• Familiarity with calipers, micrometers and gauges.
• Experience in a machine shop or manufacturing environment.
• Technical training or manufacturing certification.
• Willingness to stand, lift, and operate equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain manufacturing and production equipment per SOPs.
• Load/unload and transfer materials throughout processes.
• Perform cleaning, deburring, washing, and secondary operations.
• Conduct dimensional spot checks with calipers, micrometers, gauges.
• Record results and maintain documentation.
• Identify issues and report to technicians or engineers.
• Maintain inventory of materials and parts.
• Assist with setup, changeovers, and basic troubleshooting.
• Follow safety procedures and housekeeping.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Read engineering drawings

Dimensional measurement

Use hand tools

Inventory control

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Lift and move materials

Stand/walk extended periods

US citizenship

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical school or vocational training

Manufacturing certification

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

CNC equipment familiarity

Measurement devices

Job description

Universal Technical Resource Services, Inc. (UTRS) is currently seeking a Manufacturing Technician to join our team! At UTRS, we enjoy the benefits of working in a collaborative environment of close-knit team members. As a company, we provide a wide range of leading-edge engineering, management, and digital services to the public and private sectors. We are looking for someone that will support our mission to consistently deliver creative, high-quality, technology-based services to our customers on time and within budget.

This position will be a full-time position available, in Picatinny Arsenal, for a Manufacturing Technician who will be responsible for operating manufacturing and production equipment, preparing and cleaning manufactured components, performing routine dimensional inspections, maintaining inventory, and supporting day-to-day manufacturing operations. The technician works closely with machinists, engineers, and other manufacturing personnel to ensure parts are produced, processed, inspected, and documented in accordance with established procedures and quality requirements.

What will you be doing?

This position will be a key member of DEVCOM AC.

Duties include:

• Operate manufacturing equipment, cleaning equipment, and other related production equipment in accordance with established procedures and work instructions.
• Load, unload, stage, and transfer materials and components throughout the manufacturing process.
• Perform cleaning, deburring, washing, drying, and other required secondary operations on manufactured components.
• Conduct routine dimensional spot checks using common inspection equipment such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other measurement tools.
• Record inspection results and production information accurately and maintain required documentation.
• Identify and report dimensional, visual, or process-related issues to the appropriate technician, machinist, engineer, or supervisor.
• Maintain accurate inventory of raw materials, components, tooling, consumables, and finished parts.
• Perform material counts and reconcile physical inventory with inventory records.
• Properly identify, label, package, and store parts and materials to prevent damage, loss, or mix-ups.
• Assist with machine and equipment setup, changeovers, routine adjustments, and basic troubleshooting.
• Perform routine operator-level equipment maintenance and housekeeping.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Follow manufacturing travelers, work instructions, drawings, standard operating procedures, and quality requirements.
• Assist machinists, engineers, and other manufacturing personnel with production and prototype activities as required.
• Recognize abnormal equipment operation or process conditions and promptly notify appropriate personnel.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities focused on safety, quality, productivity, and process efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What skills will the ideal candidate have to be successful?

This position will require the following skillsets and experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to understand basic manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and follow written work instructions, procedures, and basic engineering drawings.
• Basic understanding of dimensional measurement and inspection practices.
• Ability to use common hand tools and measurement equipment.
• Basic computer skills and ability to enter and maintain production or inventory information.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a manufacturing team.
• Ability to safely operate manufacturing equipment after appropriate training.
• Previous experience in a machine shop, manufacturing, fabrication, production, or inspection environment.
• Experience operating CNC or other automated manufacturing equipment.
• Experience using calipers, micrometers, gauges, or other precision measurement equipment.
• Experience with inventory control or manufacturing tracking systems.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings, tolerances, and basic GD&T concepts.
• Experience performing part cleaning, deburring, finishing, or other secondary manufacturing operations.
• Technical school, vocational training, or relevant manufacturing certification.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods while performing manufacturing activities.
• Ability to lift and move materials and components within established safety limits.
• Ability to perform repetitive manufacturing and inspection tasks.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment around machinery, tooling, chemicals, noise, and other normal shop conditions.

• Must be US Citizen.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
  

Key Performance Expectations?

The successful technician is expected to:

• Operate equipment safely and consistently.
• Produce work that meets established quality requirements.
• Accurately perform and document dimensional spot checks.
• Maintain accurate inventory and production records.
• Follow established procedures and work instructions.
• Identify and communicate problems before they negatively affect quality or production.
• Maintain an organized and safe work area.
• Demonstrate increasing technical knowledge and independence as experience is gained.

Read about our benefits here: Our Benefits - UTRS | Always, Got Your Back

UTRS is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. UTRS is a drug-free workplace with pre-employment drug testing and background verifications.

As part of our applicant review and screening process, UTRS uses VeraHire AI, an artificial intelligence-supported platform to assist with reviewing application materials and evaluating job-related qualifications against criteria established by UTRS.

This technology does not make final hiring decisions. UTRS personnel review the information provided and remain responsible for all decisions concerning an applicant's candidacy. UTRS has evaluated this technology for potential bias and is committed to ensuring that its use does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, who wish to exercise their rights regarding automated processing of personal data, or who wish to request an alternative screening process may contact [e-mail]. UTRS will review such requests in accordance with applicable law and UTRS policy.