Production Assistant

JST; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Life insurance

Company-paid short‑term and long‑term 

Disability coverage

Paid bereavement leave

Paid parental leave

Paid time off and holiday pay

Overtime opportunities

Flexible work schedule

Employee referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Competitive pay based on experience (B

Job summary

JST is seeking a Production Assistant to support daily manufacturing operations, assisting with assembly, quality inspections, inventory, and shipping preparation.

You will work under the Production Manager to ensure safety, accuracy, and on-schedule work while handling tools and equipment in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand assembly blueprints and work instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations using a calculator.
• Familiarity with precision measuring tools, such as calipers, is beneficial.
• Technical education or equivalent hands‑on experience is preferred.
• Ability to produce accurate, quality work while meeting production schedules.
• Ability to operate handheld power tools safely and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment as needed, including optical lasers, routers, grainers, and saws.
• Assist with equipment assembly and manufacturing by following blueprints, schematics, and work instructions.
• Inspect completed parts and products to ensure they meet quality requirements.
• Keep work areas clean and organized; maintain tools and perform shop housekeeping.
• Prepare products for shipment by packaging, labeling, and organizing outgoing orders.
• Support inventory activities by counting, sorting, and arranging parts and materials.
• Use calipers and other inspection tools to verify product quality.
• Follow established work procedures and safety practices throughout manufacturing operations.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Basic math

Precision measuring tools

Technical education or hands-on

Quality consciousness

Team collaboration

Job description

• Paid bereavement leave

Starting Pay: $20.00-$22.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM–2:30 PM

Position Overview

JST is looking for a Production Assistant to support daily manufacturing operations. This hands‑on role assists with equipment assembly, production tasks, quality inspections, inventory, equipment upkeep, and shipping preparation. The Production Assistant works under the direction of the Production Manager and helps ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and on schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment as needed, which may include optical lasers, routers, grainers, and saws.
• Assist with equipment assembly and manufacturing by following blueprints, schematics, and work instructions.
• Inspect completed parts and products to help ensure they meet company quality requirements.
• Keep work areas clean and organized by maintaining tools, removing waste, and assisting with general shop housekeeping.
• Prepare products for shipment by packaging, labeling, and organizing outgoing orders.
• Support inventory activities by counting, sorting, and arranging parts, components, and materials.
• Use measuring instruments, including calipers, and other inspection tools to verify product quality.
• Follow established work procedures and safety practices throughout manufacturing operations.
• Help maintain production equipment and tools in clean, safe, and serviceable condition.
• Provide general assistance to Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Quoting teams as needed.
• Work collaboratively with team members to address production challenges and help meet department goals.
• Safely handle tools, materials, and equipment while performing tasks that may require bending, kneeling, climbing, crouching, reaching, and grasping.
• Complete other assigned duties to support production and overall business operations.

Qualifications and Skills

• Ability to read and understand assembly blueprints and work instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations using a calculator.
• Familiarity with precision measuring tools, such as calipers, is beneficial.
• Technical education or equivalent hands‑on experience is preferred.
• Ability to produce accurate, quality work while meeting production schedules.
• Ability to operate handheld power tools safely and effectively.
• Willingness to clean, inspect, and maintain tools and equipment.
• Commitment to following company procedures and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Related Experience

• Manufacturing or production support
• Mechanical assembly or equipment building
• Machine operation or fabrication
• Quality inspection or quality control
• Inventory, material handling, or warehouse work
• Shipping, packaging, or order preparation
• General maintenance or shop support
• Use of hand tools, power tools, or precision measuring instruments

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely lift, carry, push, or pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk throughout the scheduled shift.
• Ability to climb, balance, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, grasp, and handle materials or tools as needed.
• Ability to work safely around manufacturing equipment and follow established safety procedures.
• Willingness to assist with different tasks as production priorities change.

About JST

JST specializes in wet processing, drying, and chemical management equipment for industries where precision and cleanliness are essential. Our products serve customers in semiconductors, electronics, flat panel displays, optoelectronics, medical devices, and other specialized manufacturing industries.

Through our engineering and manufacturing capabilities, we develop equipment and solutions designed to meet demanding production and cleanliness requirements. Our team works together to deliver reliable, high‑quality products and support our customers' manufacturing needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Life insurance
• Company-paid short‑term and long‑term disability coverage
• Paid bereavement leave
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Overtime opportunities, where available
• Flexible work schedule, where applicable
• Employee referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive pay based on experience (BOE)

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.

Salary: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour