Operator III, Lead

Socket.dev; Arizona; On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 71,415,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Wellness programs

Learning & Development programs

Snacks in the office

Job summary

Axon is seeking a Manufacturing Operator at our Pinnacle Phoenix, AZ facility. You will perform assembly and sub-assembly tasks, follow detailed procedures, and contribute to safe, high-quality production.

The role emphasizes hands-on manufacturing, adherence to process flows, and collaboration with technicians to resolve issues and maintain throughput. The position requires long shifts and physical endurance in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic computer literacy required.
• Able to follow instructions and production schedules.
• Adaptable and able to act quickly when problems arise.
• Attention to detail essential.
• Good coordination, motor skills and dexterity.
• Able to stand long shifts and lift up to 40 lb regularly.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe work environment following safety policies.
• Meet quality standards per process flows and work instructions.
• Read and follow written procedures for tooling and equipment.
• Perform assembly, soldering, and sub-assembly tasks as required.
• Support technicians and maintenance with accurate information.
• Participate in 7-S housekeeping and workplace organization.
• Identify and communicate production issues to supervisors.

Skills

High school diploma

Computer literacy

Follow instructions

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Dexterity

Stamina to stand 10+ hours

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join Axon and be a Force for Good.

At Axon, we’re on a mission to Protect Life. We’re explorers, pursuing society’s most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other.Life at Axon is fast-paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you’ll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter.

Manufacturing Operator: Location: Pinnacle Phoenix, AZReports to: Sr. Supervisor- Manufacturing

Our mission is to protect life. We’re out to make the world a safer place by solving big problems and taking on the public safety challenges of our time. From our company's inception building the TASER to a full suite of hardware and software solutions, we are focused on providing police agencies with state-of-the-art devices and services they need to successfully serve and protect us. In the next few years, we're going to eliminate the burden of paperwork in policing, so officers can increase the time they spend building relationships and serving in their communities. We’ll put video at the heart of police records so our justice system can get to the truth faster. And we won't stop innovating until the bullet is rendered obsolete. It’s a big mission, but it’s one we’ll pursue relentlessly every single day.

Your Impact

In this hands-on role, the Manufacturing Operator will identify, prioritize, and simultaneously accomplish multiple tasks using time management. You will perform tasks and motions ranging from basics in nature to complex. Repetitive to non-repetitive production of assembly operations on electronic and/or mechanical assemblies and sub-assemblies such as modules, boards, and panels. You will follow process flows, work instructions, standardized techniques, and sequence of operations in assembling parts, component installation, hand soldering, and sub-assemblies and units.

Your Day-to-Day

• Maintain a safe work environment by following Axon safety policies
• Maintains quality standards according to process flows and work instructions
• Must be able to demonstrate a mathematical aptitude in addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Takes initiative and elevates accurate information to technicians and maintenance when needed
• Knowledge of materials and production processes
• An excellent understanding of equipment sequence and the impact and effects it has in the production process
• The ability to evaluate and complete quality checks
• Always maintain housekeeping in areas to 7-S standards.
• Serve as a resource to others in the resolution of problems and issues
• Ability to read and follow written procedures related to tooling / equipment changeover(s), checklists, tooling maintenance, tooling repair, tooling storage and retrieval and tool shop housekeeping.
• Must be self-directed and reliable
• Looks for process errors and brings them forward to supervisor

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Years of Work Experience
• Basic Computer Literacy
• Able to follow instructions and production schedules
• Adaptable and able to act quickly when problems arise
• Attention to detail
• Good coordination, motor skills and dexterity
• Ability to stand for upwards of 10 hours a day; as well as lift, carry, move packages and materials up-to-40 lbs. on a regular basis; with or without special accommodations, is required

Preferred Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of Axons product suite
• Prior Manufacturing experience
• IPC Certification
• Basic Microsoft Suite
• Manufacturing Machine Operations
• Strong Communication and Organizational Skills

Physical demands:

• Spend Time Standing and sitting.
• Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls.
• Ability to stand for upwards of 12 hours a day; as well as lift, carry, move packages and materials up-to-50 lbs on a regular basis; with or without special accommodations, is required
• Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions.

Benefits that Benefit You

• Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
• Discretionary paid time off
• Paid parental leave for all
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Fitness Programs
• Emotional & Mental Wellness support
• Learning & Development programs
• And yes, we have snacks in our offices

Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.

Don’t meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Axon, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you’re excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Important Notes

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.

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Axon’s mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Axon’s impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Axon employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity and fosters inclusion. We’re committed to hiring the best talent — regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances — and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email [e-mail]. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.

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