Production Associate - 3rd Shift

Whelen Engineering; Connecticut; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Whelen Engineering is seeking a Production Associate for the 3rd Shift. Responsibilities include assembling components, operating tools, and ensuring quality standards are met. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and the ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment. Experience in manufacturing is preferred but not required. Join a family-owned company committed to quality products that protect those who protect others.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, production, or assembly preferred but not required.
• Basic computer literacy and comfort using technology such as computers or tablets.
• Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and stay focused in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• Team player with good communication skills.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and product builds.
• Dependable and punctual.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components and products according to specifications.
• Operate hand tools and assembly machinery safely.
• Work as part of a team to keep production line moving.
• Read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Communicate clearly with team members and supervisors.
• Perform quality checks to ensure products meet standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Experience in manufacturing, production, or assembly

Basic computer literacy

Good hand-eye coordination

Attention to detail

Ability to multitask

Good communication skills

Dependable and punctual

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Production Associate - 3rd Shift

Department: Board Assembly (117)

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Chester, CT

Reporting To: 3rd shift supervisor

Description

Job Title: Production Associate

Schedule: Sunday – Thursday 10:00PM – 6:30 AM

Facility Location: Chester, CT

Whelen seeks individuals committed to building the highest quality products that deliver on our mission of protecting those who protect others. We offer a generous and competitive total rewards package at a company that’s the best of both worlds – a family‑owned business that’s big enough to lead the industry.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assemble components and products according to specifications, blueprints, and work instructions (training provided as needed).
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and assembly machinery safely and effectively to build products or assemble parts.
• Work as part of a team to keep production line moving smoothly.
• Read and interpret drawings, diagrams, blueprints, specifications, work orders or reports (training as needed).
• Communicate clearly and independently with all team members and supervisors.
• Open to learning new tasks, inter‑departmental cross‑training, and assisting in work areas as needed.
• Use simple electrical test equipment and follow written procedures to test products to ensure functionality (training provided as needed).
• Apply basic computer skills for tasks such as running test programs, tracking work orders, and printing necessary paperwork.
• Solve basic problems independently, seek help when needed, and escalated more complex issues appropriately.
• Understand and adhere to company quality standards.
• Perform quality checks to ensure products meet standards.
• Follow production procedures, safety protocols, and company guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Occasionally work overtime.
• Communicate effectively with co‑workers, supervisors, and third parties in English.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in manufacturing, production, or assembly preferred but not required.
• Basic computer literacy and comfort using technology such as computers or tablets.
• Good hand‑eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and stay focused in a busy, fast‑paced environment.
• Team player with good communication skills.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and product builds.
• Dependable and punctual.

Education and Experience

High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.

Prior manufacturing experience preferred but not required.

Physical Demands and Abilities

• Lift up to 35 pounds.
• Perform repetitive tasks regularly.
• Stand for entire shift.
• Use manual dexterity to assemble parts quickly and accurately.
• Maintain required vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.