Production Assistant

JST Manufacturing; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Meridian, Idaho, is seeking a Production Assistant to support various production tasks. The ideal candidate will assist with equipment assembly, quality control, and inventory management. Applicants should have a technical background and be able to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. This role offers competitive pay and a focus on quality manufacturing.

Benefits

Medical / Dental / Vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedule

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Able to produce accurate and good quality parts on schedule.
• Maintains a clean work area both inside and outside equipment.
• Cleans and maintains equipment in good working order.

Responsibilities

• Assist with production and assembly tasks as needed.
• Perform quality control checks on finished products.
• Help maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Aid in inventory management and packaging of products.

Skills

Basic math skills

Ability to read assembly blueprints

Use of precision equipment

Use of power hand tools

Education

Technical degree or equivalent experience

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Production Assistant will assist with production, assembly, quality control, inventory management, maintenance, shipping department, and other tasks as needed under the supervision of the Production Manager.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. May be required to operate machines that might include: optical laser, routers, grainer, and saw.

2. Assist with the assembly and manufacturing of equipment according to blueprints, schematics, and instructions.

3. Perform quality control checks on finished products to ensure they meet company standards.

4. Help maintain a clean and organized work area by sweeping, organizing tools, and disposing of waste materials.

5. Assist in the packaging and labeling of products for shipment to customers.

6. Aid in inventory management by counting, sorting, and organizing parts and materials.

7. Competently use measuring instruments and diagnostic devices and contribute to JST's quality program by following quality procedures.

8. Understand and follow company procedures and act in a safe manner in a manufacturing environment.

9. Maintain stewardship of equipment and contribute to the maintenance and cleanliness of the shop and equipment.

10. Perform miscellaneous tasks as required to support manufacturing, engineering, quality, and quoting departments.

11. Contribute to team effort by achieving results. Work cooperatively with team members, communicate design constraints, and work within the team to achieve solutions.

12. Able to work in various positions such as climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, laying, reaching with hands and arms, grasp, handle and operate hand and tools, as well as welding equipment.

13. Responsible for other duties and task as assigned and, in some circumstances, may be completely unrelated to this position.

JOB REQUIREMENTS, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCES

• Able to read assembly blueprints.

• Maintains a clean work area both inside and outside equipment.

• Able to perform basic math skills using a calculator.

• Able to utilize precision equipment such as calipers.

• Technical degree preferred or equivalent experience.

• Able to produce accurate and good quality parts on schedule.

• Able to use power hand tools safely and efficiently.

• Cleans and maintains equipment in good working order.

• Follow company procedures and maintain a safe work area.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND EMPLOYEE EXPECTATIONS

• Employees are expected to support the Company's business culture and values by demonstrating teamwork, customer focus, integrity, and innovation, and communication as well as by contributing at optimum levels toward the success of the company.

• Able to safely lift and carry, push or pull objects up to 50lbs.

• Able to walk, stand and work on feet for the duration of shift.

• Able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach with hands and arms, grasp, handle and operate hand/power tools or controls.

COMPANY SUMMARY

JST Manufacturing is the expert in wet bench design and manufacturer and go-to international wet process and precision cleaning technology solutions manufacturer in the semiconductor, biomedical, food processing, and other clean industries. Our customers regard us as the company that can solve their difficult manufacturing process problems. Utilizing an onsite electrical and mechanical engineering staff, and a full plastic and metal fabrication facility, JST Manufacturing can provide both design and fabrication solutions for all of your wet processing processes. With teamwork, integrity, good judgment, innovation, and respect, we are committed to improving our customer's cleaning and handling challenges with quality, cost-efficient, and safe solutions.

By joining the JST Manufacturing, Inc. team you join a team of experts in wet bench design and manufacturing. From start to finish, we can engineer & design, then manufacture & install the right solution for any cleanroom need around the world.

QUALITY IS OUR FORMULA

At JST, quality isn't just a standard-it's how we work. We're redefining what it means to show up, collaborate, and drive results by embedding quality into everything we do.

That's why we say: Quality is our Formula.

This formula isn't just a slogan-it's a mindset. It's captured in a simple but powerful equation: Q = TCI²

This cultural shift is about more than words-it's about aligning who we are with how we work. We recognized that our previous values didn't fully capture the behaviors and decisions that define success at JST. By embracing this new formula, we're building a culture where every action, every idea, and every solution reflects our commitment to quality and excellence.

At JST, quality is not just a goal-it's an expectation, a belief, and a way of being. When you join our team, you're not just contributing to our success; you're becoming part of a culture built on collaboration, customer dedication, ethical innovation, and shared purpose.

BENEFITS AVAILABLE

• Medical / Dental / Vision

• 401(k)

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off

• Holiday Pay

• Available Overtime

• Flexible Work Schedule

• Referral Program

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Year End Performance Bonuses

• Competitive Pay BOE

• Remote Work Flexibility

• Possible Relocation Assistance Available

Important Notes:

JST is an AA/EEO employer.

Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Background Check Policy: JST's employees are subject to background checks based on business necessity. It is the employee's responsibility to disclose prior arrests and convictions. If it's found out that an employee might not be compliant with applicable policies, JST reserves the right to conduct a background check and refusal to comply with the background check is subject to termination.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing Policy: All offers of employment are contingent upon submitting to a drug test and satisfying JST's substance and alcohol testing requirements. If the applicant fails to comply with this policy, the testing requirements of the Company's related requests, or if the test result is positive and is subsequently confirmed, the offer of employment shall be withdrawn.