Production Technician

InvestedintheMission; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

InvestedintheMission in Germantown, MD seeks a Production Technician to test/assemble electro-mechanical systems in our manufacturing facility, following engineering drawings and assembly instructions using our work order system.

You will use hand tools, perform soldering as needed, and collaborate with engineers to improve processes while maintaining high quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years in manufacturing or production in electronics or electro-mechanical assembly and test.
• Experience with hand tools and soldering.
• Ability to solder as part of assembly function.
• Good manual dexterity and basic computer operations.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Primary duty is the mechanical assembly of sub-assemblies using small hand and/or power tools. Some soldering may be required
• Works with other Production Technicians and Engineering to correct and improve upon any documents related to the assembly process at the required high quality standard
• Works with manufacturing engineers to improve assembly efficiency, improve product quality, reduce manufacturing costs and validate released assembly/ fabrication documentation
• Responsible for ensuring that work order protocols are followed and that work order paperwork is completed as the work is performed
• May conduct in-process quality checks to ensure that items built are to established high quality standards.
• Follows established procedures on routine work and may require instruction on new assignments
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Hand tools

Soldering

Manual dexterity

Communication skills

Analytical problem-solving

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Crimpers

Drills

Taps

Torque wrenches

Power tools

Air tools

Job description

Worker Type

Contractor

Job Description

Summary

The primary responsibility of the Production Technician is to test/assemble electro-mechanical systems and sub-system products in our manufacturing facility following released engineering drawings and assembly instructions using our work order system.

Position Responsibilities

• Primary duty is the mechanical assembly of sub-assemblies using small hand and/or power tools. Some soldering may be required
• Works with other Production Technicians and Engineering to correct and improve upon any documents related to the assembly process at the required high quality standard
• Works with manufacturing engineers to improve assembly efficiency, improve product quality, reduce manufacturing costs and validate released assembly/ fabrication documentation
• Responsible for ensuring that work order protocols are followed and that work order paperwork is completed as the work is performed
• May conduct in-process quality checks to ensure that items built are to established high quality standards.
• Follows established procedures on routine work and may require instruction on new assignments
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• High School diploma or GED Equivalent
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment in either electronics or electro-mechanical assembly and test or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Experienced with hand tools, including crimpers, drills, taps, torque wrenches, power tools and air tools is required
• Ability to solder as part of assembly function and duties
• Must have good manual dexterity and basic computer operation skills
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively with employees in the Company
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and attention to detail with ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Vocational training in Electronics or Solder Certification is preferred
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics is desired
• Versed in Lean Manufacturing methodologies is desired
• Familiarity with Safety and ESD practices is desired
• Work with engineering on new product development efforts where documentation and assembly instructions are not yet finalized
• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and