Manufacturing Technician B- 2nd shift $27.25 (+2 shift premium)

Briggs & Stratton; Statesboro (GA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Briggs & Stratton in Statesboro, GA is seeking a Manufacturing Technician B for the 2nd shift to troubleshoot and repair production equipment, set up a variety of machines, and ensure high quality output.

You will train colleagues, document processes, and work with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems. A high school diploma and 1.5 years in relevant fields are required; forklift experience is a plus; strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 1.5 years’ experience in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic skills
• Forklift experience is a plus; not required
• Must be able to use computers for email communications and data entry for quality/production systems

Responsibilities

• Maintains structures, electrical systems, heating systems, plumbing, machine repair, hydraulics systems for a variety of equipment
• Performs machining or bench operations to alter and repair tools, dies, fixtures, jigs, gauges and guarding
• Troubleshoots and repairs equipment; performs preventative maintenance
• Performs statistical process charting, interpretation, and trend-analysis to adjust processes or equipment
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Teamwork / collaboration

Troubleshooting

Interpersonal communication

Forklift experience

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

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Manufacturing Technician B- 2nd shift $27.25 (+2 shift premium)

As a Manufacturing Technician B your goal is to use your technical expertise, to be the go‑to person for troubleshooting and repairing production equipment in your area. You'll also be responsible for setting up various production machines to ensure top‑notch quality products are manufactured.

You will do this by:

Maintaining mechanical, electrical and hydraulics systems for a variety of equipment

Perform various operations to alter and repair tools, dies, fixtures, jigs, gauges and guarding

Troubleshoots and repairs equipment; performs preventative maintenance

Responsible for statistical process charting, interpretation, and trend‑analysis in order to perform process or equipment adjustments to bring parts into specification

Trains employees; assigns and directs work; provides feedback to supervisor regarding employee work performance; addresses complaints and resolves problems

Performs other duties as assigned

The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of position responsibilities.

You are the kind of person who is/has:

A team player mindset

Enjoys a challenge

Great interpersonal skills and communication skills

Required Qualifications:

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Minimum of 1.5 years’ relevant working experience to include; Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulic and Pneumatic skills

Additional Knowledge & Skills:

Forklift experience is a plus, but not required

Must be able to use computers for email communications and data entry for quality/production systems

Travel Required:

% of Travel: 0

How often: N/A

Where: N/A

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Location:

Statesboro, Georgia

Physical & Environmental Requirements:

May be required to lift or carry products, parts, and/or other materials of various sizes and weights. (Frequently 5 – 25 pounds), (Occasionally 25 – 75 pounds), (Rarely greater than 75 pounds)

Ability to stand and/or walk constantly over a full work shift (8-12 hours)

Ability to perform occasional to frequent pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, twisting, crawling and/or reaching over a full work shift (8-12 hours)

Ability to use power/vibrating tools over a full work shift (8-12 hours)

Ability to operate motorized vehicles over a full work shift (8-12 hours)

Exposure to noise levels for which hearing protection is required to be worn over a full work shift (8-12 hours)

Position Description

Uses technical knowledge to troubleshoot and repair plant production equipment. Performs duties associated with the setup of a variety of production equipment to produce quality products.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintains structures, electrical systems, heating systems, plumbing, machine repair, hydraulics systems for a variety of equipment
• Performs various machining or bench operations to alter and repair tools, dies, fixtures, jigs, gauges and guarding
• Troubleshoots and repairs equipment; performs preventative maintenance
• Responsible for statistical process charting, interpretation, and trend-analysis in order to perform process or equipment adjustments to bring parts into specification
• Performs other duties as assigned

Job Skills Requirements

• Intermediate troubleshooting skills using mechanical, electrical, hydraulic knowledge
• Good teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to operate forklift
• Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location

Education

High School diploma in equivalent education and experience

Experience Requirements

1.5 years of technical experience using mechanical, electrical and hydraulic skills

Physical & Environmental Requirements

May be required to lift or carry products, parts, and/or other materials of various sizes and weights. (Frequently 5 – 25 pounds), (Occasionally 25 – 75 pounds), (Rarely greater than 75 pounds)

Ability to stand and/or walk constantly over a full work shift (8-12 hours)

Ability to perform occasional to frequent pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, twisting, crawling and/or reaching over a full work shift (8-12 hours)

Ability to use power/vibrating tools over a full work shift (8-12 hours)

Ability to operate motorized vehicles over a full work shift (8-12 hours)

Exposure to noise levels for which hearing protection is required to be worn over a full work shift (8-12 hours)

Briggs & Stratton, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides innovative products and diverse power solutions to help people get work done. Briggs & Stratton is the world’s largest producer of engines for outdoor power equipment, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of lithium-ion battery, standby generator, energy storage system, lawn and turf care products through its Briggs & Stratton®, Vanguard®, Ferris®, Billy Goat®, and Branco® brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in more than 100 countries on six continents.

Briggs & Stratton is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by law. Briggs & Stratton also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.

Nearest Major Market: Statesboro
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