Manufacturing Technician I or II

Socket.dev; Buellton (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Excelta, a premier manufacturer of precision hand tools, is seeking Manufacturing Assembly Technicians I-III to join our onsite team. You will help ensure production quantity and quality goals are met daily through precision assembly and part transformation operations.

You will work with a team of technicians and supervisors, perform routine inspections, log production data, and maintain logs. The role requires attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of manufacturing experience is desirable.
• 1-3 years of assembly work is desirable.
• Must be able to focus and complete repetitive tasks.
• Must be able to work independently with minimum oversight.
• Familiarity with quality control processes and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assembles and tests products per specifications.
• Logs production time and quantities in labor software (LYNQ).
• Maintains production and maintenance logs.
• Monitors production to maximize efficiency and reduce waste.
• Ensures compliance with safety and environmental guidelines.
• Participates in inventory and cycle counts.
• 6S housekeeping and cleanliness.
• Trains others on core operations for Technician II/III.
• Signs off on quality checks for laser operation.

Job description

Description

POSITION TITLE:

Manufacturing Technician I, II, III

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

MANAGER JOB TITLE:

Director of Manufacturing/Manufacturing Technician Lead/Supervisor

FTE STATUS: Full-Time

DEPARTMENT:

Manufacturing

EXCELTA

Excelta is a premier manufacturer of precision hand tools, specializing in tweezers, pliers, cutters, and small assembly instruments. With over 60 years of expertise, our tools are engineered to meet the highest standards of precision, reliability, and durability. Trusted by professionals in electronics, aerospace, medical device manufacturing, and other industries, Excelta offers a comprehensive range of products designed for intricate and delicate tasks. Our commitment to quality ensures that each tool delivers exceptional performance, making Excelta a trusted name in precision hand tools.

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

The Manufacturing Assembly Technician will play a crucial part in ensuring team production quantity and quality goals are met daily. This includes performing a variety of precision assembly and part transformation operations while ensuring high-quality standards and efficient production timelines are met. The Manufacturing Technician works in close collaboration with the other key collaborators of the manufacturing team to ensure overall customer satisfaction.

KEY COLLABORATORS

• Manufacturing Technicians
• Grind Cell Operators
• CNC Operators
• Manufacturing Supervisors / Leads
• Quality Control team members

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assembly:

• Assist in the assembly and testing of products according to specifications and quality standards
• Conduct routine inspections of equipment and components to ensure functionality

Productivity

• Accurately log production time and quantities using time keeping and labor report software (LYNQ)
• Read thoroughly all “travelers” (work order)
• Maintain production and maintenance logs accurately and in a timely manner
• Proactively manage time and tasks to ensure consistent productivity during shifts, minimizing workflow interruptions or delays to maintain smooth production operations.
• Monitor and optimize production processes to maximize efficiency, and ensure timely completion of manufacturing goals, while maintaining a focus on continuous improvement and waste reduction.

Safety & Environmental

• Comply with environmental, health, safety, and other plant guidelines.

Quality

• Perform regular inspections and quality checks on products and processes, ensuring all work meets established standards and specifications, while promptly identifying and addressing any defects or deviations to maintain the highest level of product quality.

Housekeeping/Maintaining a Clean Work Environment

• Maintain 6S practices keep work area clean and organized.

Other Duties

• Participates in Inventory and cycle counts.
• Participates in 6S cleaning and organizations tasks.
• Participates in periodic safety training.
• Other activities as they become necessary.

Manufacturing Technician II

Responsibilities (In addition to level I duties):

• Must be able to proficiently run 3 core operations (Tumbling, Laser, Assembly, Gripping)
• Must be able to train others in those 3 operations.
• Computer literacy

Manufacturing Technician III

Responsibilities (in addition to level I &II duties):

• Must be able to proficiently run all 4 core operations (Tumbling, Laser, Assembly, Gripping)
• Must be able to train other in those 4 areas.
• Ability to sign off on quality checks at laser operation.

Requirements

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education:

Highschool diploma or GED preferred.

Experience:

1-3 years of manufacturing experience is desirable.

1-3 years of assembly work is desirable.

Must be able to focus and complete repetitive tasks.

Must be able to work independently with minimum oversight.

Familiarity with quality control processes and safety regulations.

TRAITS, ATTRIBUTES & COMPETENCIES

Attention to Detail –Thoroughness in accomplishing a task through concern for all the areas involved, no matter how small. Accuracy is an absolute in this position.

Collaboration – Works with fellow employees, is direct and focused.

Communication – Skilled at focused and direct communication, economy of words.

Drive for results – Demonstrates concern for achieving or surpassing results against an internal or external standard of excellence.

Initiative –Self-starter, knows what needs to be done and keeps their focus on correctly and accurately moving product out the door.

Problem Solving – Thinks through the situation at hand and draws on past instruction and best practice to try and resolve a problem before asking for help.

Reliability–Demonstrates a high level of dependability in all aspects of the job.

Physical Demands | Work Environment | Tools

Work Location: 100% onsite

Work Schedule: 40 hours / week

Physical Conditions of Employment:

Kneel, crouch, reach, climb, walk, constant use of hands.

Lift up to 50 pounds occasionally

Tools Utilized:

Loup, hand files, power tools, calipers, micrometer, optical comparator, and other hand tools.

Environmental Conditions of employment:

The position will perform most of the work in the manufacturing CNC machining area.

Exposure to loud noises, dust, oils, and solvents.