Mfg Technician - Equipment Operator

DPR Construction; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction in Phoenix is seeking a Manufacturing Equipment Operator to support production by handling materials, operating forklifts and inspection devices, and ensuring equipment is ready and safe. You will work with production teams to maintain workflow, track inventory, and identify issues for corrective action.

A High School Diploma and 2–4 years of equipment experience are required, with forklift certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent experience.
• 2–4 years of experience operating manufacturing equipment.
• Forklift certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, portable welders, and inspection devices according to procedures.
• Transport raw materials, components, and finished goods to support production flow.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Identify damaged materials or quality deficiencies and escalate findings.
• Maintain inventory, movement, or activity records as required.
• Coordinate with production teams to support scheduling and workflow needs.
• Keep the work area clean, safe, and organized.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Forklift certification

Job description

Job Description At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization. As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary:

Operates a range of manufacturing support equipment by independently executing material handling, tool operation, and inspection activities. Supports production efficiency by ensuring materials, tools, and devices are available, functional, and safely operated. Enhances workflow continuity by identifying equipment issues and applying standard corrective actions. Maintains compliance with safety, quality, and operational requirements across equipment operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operates equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, portable welders, and inspection devices in accordance with procedures.
• Transports raw materials, components, and finished goods to designated locations to support production flow.
• Performs routine equipment inspections and reports maintenance needs or safety concerns.
• Identifies damaged materials or quality deficiencies and escalates findings appropriately.
• Maintains accurate inventory, movement, or activity records as required.
• Coordinates with production teams to support scheduling and workflow needs.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized equipment operating environment.

Education Qualifications:

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience:

2 – 4 years of experience operating manufacturing equipment, forklifts, or material handling systems required.

Certifications and Licenses:

Forklift certification preferred.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world. Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

The DPR family of companies is closing the gap between design and construction with an integrated collection of products and services to build smarter, move faster and achieve strong results. Our approximately 11,000 employees share a commitment to growth, innovation and building great things—great teams, great careers and great projects that change the world.

DPR is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at DPR are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical or mental disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. DPR will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Read more in our EEOE Policy.

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