Production Technician

REOTEMP Instruments Corp.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Paid time off

401k program

Profit-sharing bonus

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Houston, TX is seeking a Production Technician to assemble, test, and inspect diaphragm seal-to-gauge assemblies. This role requires mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to operate various assembly and testing equipment. Candidates should have experience in manual fabrication, quality control, and effective communication. A competitive salary, profit-sharing bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package are offered, promoting a fulfilling job environment in a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Mechanical inclination from building models or working on cars.
• Proficiency in English, both spoken and written.
• Reliable transportation for a 40-hour work week.
• Ability to stand for up to 8 hours.

Responsibilities

• Operate various assembly and testing equipment.
• Fabricate and assemble parts according to work instructions.
• Conduct quality assessments and communicate issues effectively.
• Read and understand complex drawings.

Skills

Mechanical inclination

Problem-solving abilities

Strong manual dexterity

Good eyesight

Tools

Multimeter

Calipers

Soldering iron

Job description

# Production TechnicianHouston Office - Houston, TX 77086## Description**TITLE:**Production Technician**DEPARTMENT:**Manufacturing - Pressure**REPORTS TO:**Manufacturing Manager**STATUS:**Non-Exempt**LOCATION:**Houston, TX 77086**JOB SUMMARY**:The Production Technician's responsibilities include assembling, testing, calibrating, and inspecting diaphragm seal-to-gauge assemblies. This role involves operating various assembly and testing equipment, interpreting work orders, and ensuring product quality. The position contributes to delivering high-quality products to both internal and external stakeholders, requiring mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and a natural curiosity.**RESPONSIBILITIES:****Operating Machinery/Equipment:*** Operate various assembly, filling and testing equipment, including hand tools, vacuum fill bench, cutoff saw, sanding belts, buffing wheels, crimping machine, wire strippers, sand blaster, soldering iron, and measurement equipment (e.g., ruler, calipers, multimeter).**Manual Fabrication & Assembly**:* Fabricate and assemble parts in accordance with procedures and work instructions.**Parts Management:*** Identify and pull parts as required.* Interpret complex work orders to determine assembly requirements.**Quality Control & Documentation:*** Conduct quality assessments with minimal training, ensuring product acceptability through process inspection sheets and workstation measuring and test equipment.* Recognize and document quality issues and defects.* Effectively communicate issues to co-workers and supervisors for potential process improvement.* Accurately indicate acceptable products on work orders as per established procedures.* Read and understand drawings.*Specific duties will vary on a daily basis.*## Qualifications**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:*** Mechanical inclination, such as working on cars, building models, or having experience in final assembly.* Proficiency in the English language (speaking, writing, and reading).* Computer literacy (e.g., MS Word, Excel, internet) with a willingness to learn new programs.* Reliable transportation to and from work (40-hour work week).* Ability to stand for up to 8 hours.* Strong manual dexterity and good eyesight (for reading drawings and assembly).* Ability to follow written instructions.* Willingness to learn new skills along with a natural curiosity.* Strong work ethic, emphasizing efficiency on repetitive tasks and tackling technical problems.**PREFERRED SKILLS:*** TIG welding skills and experience is a plus.* Soldering skills.* Experience with calipers and multimeters.* Ability to thrive in an environment with shifting priorities and prioritize work without direct supervision.* Previous experience in a factory/production environment.* Problem-solving abilities and the confidence to work both independently and as part of a team.**COMPENSATION:**We offer a competitive base salary, a profit-sharing bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes a medical plan, paid time off, and a 401k program.**COMPANY OVERVIEW:**At Reotemp Instruments, we are a leading manufacturing company known for our high-quality temperature and pressure instrumentation. Family owned for over 50 years, Reotemp is proud to have a highly skilled American workforce that can quickly respond to the demands of industrial markets. We have a strong culture and history of customer service and responsiveness that we want to continue building upon. We take pride in our positive and dynamic company culture, fostering an environment of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Our mission is to provide our customers with high quality instruments with rapid response and exceptional customer service while offering our employees a fulfilling job environment.