Production Technician

Swagelok Northwest (US); Portland (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Health coverage after 30 days

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

PTO in first year

Job summary

Swagelok Northwest (US) is seeking a Production Technician with orbital welding experience to join our Custom Solutions Team in Milwaukie, OR. The role emphasizes quality, safety, and cross-functional collaboration, with opportunities to contribute to process improvements.

You will work Monday–Friday, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., performing production order processing, assembly, inspection, and inventory management, while also supporting light warehouse tasks and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school education required.
• 1–2 years of hands-on mechanical experience.
• Experience with Swagelok products preferred.
• Lean and continuous improvement experience helpful.
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications.
• Ability to use gauges, calipers, and measuring devices.

Responsibilities

• Process production orders, light assembly, fabrication, inspection, and inventory management of Custom Solutions products.
• Perform light warehouse duties as needed.
• Locate, print, and pick production orders; follow standard work instructions.
• Inspect and package finished goods; operate labeling machine.
• Maintain accurate Kanban inventory and proper housekeeping.

Skills

Orbital weld operator experience

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Team player

Lean/continuous improvement

Education

High school education

Tools

Orbital weld machine (M200)

Gauges & calipers

Job description

Swagelok Northwest (US) is the Swagelok authorized sales and service center providing the highest quality fluid system products, services and training for the Pacific Northwest and Alaska. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Production Technician with orbital welding experience to work in our Custom Solutions Team. As an Production Technician, you will collaborate closely with a cross-functional team to drive improvements and innovation during the production process putting quality and safety above all else. The ideal candidate seeks after development and improvement opportunities while working with the team. Our Custom Solutions team is small, which means every voice is heard and can effect change.

As part of a hand-picked team, your contribution makes a difference every day. At Swagelok Northwest (US), a successful team member must be detail-oriented, have a positive/collaborative attitude, and have excellent communication with the ability to work seamlessly, independently, and with a team.

Worksite Location: 2515 SE Mailwell Drive, Milwaukie, OR 97222

Schedule: Monday – Friday 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Benefits Include:

• Paid training
• Leadership longevity with a focus on associate and team development
• Health and Dental Insurance after 30 days of employment. Swagelok pays up to 85% of employees’ health insurance premiums.
• 7 paid holidays a year
• 100% company paid: Short-term, long-term, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) program with up to a 4% company match
• Tuition Reimbursement for an undergraduate degree
• Up to 104 hours of PTO in your first year of employment
• 8 hours of paid volunteer time every year

POSITION SUMMARY

This position performs duties as assigned for processing of production orders, light assembly, fabrication, inspection, and general inventory management of Custom Solutions products. In addition, they will do some light warehouse duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Locate, Print, and Pick production orders to be built.
• Interpret assembly instructions, drawings, and specifications.
• Assemble fluid system components per standard work instructions.
• Precisely measure dimensions to their specifications.
• Inspect and package finished goods using the labeling machine.
• Maintain inventory and show proficiency in Kanban methodology.
• Operate power tools.
• Safe use and care of equipment.
• Conduct equipment maintenance.
• Maintain a clean shared workspace.
• Improving the Custom Solutions processes and workspace.
• Inspect and check-in custom outsource products.
• Inspect and check-in rental equipment and perform maintenance as needed.
• Ensure adherence to equipment maintenance and calibration schedules and records.
• Perform Kanban inventory system replenishment.
• Perform equipment calibrations.
• Within a reasonable period of time obtain and demonstrate proficiency in the following in-house certifications: PB Hose Building and Inspection, Fitting Reassembly, Tube Fitting Assembly and Inspection, Hydraulic Pre-swaging and Inspection, Threaded Fitting Assembly and Inspection, Pressure Gauge Industrial Liquid Filling and Inspection, Automatic PTFE Tape Application and Inspection, Automated Ball Valve Assembly, Tube Bending (Bench Top and Hand), VCR and VCO Face Seal End Connection Assembly, Coreflex Series Hose Assembly, Coreflex Thermoplastic Hose Assembly and Bubble Leak Testing.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Accuracy & Attention to detail
• Flexibility
• Team player
• Creative problem-solving
• Production environment acumen
• Mechanical aptitude

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Education

• High school education

Experience

• 1-2 years of hands-on mechanical experience
• Experience with Swagelok products preferred
• Fast-paced production environment
• Applying lean and continuous improvement methodology

Required Skills and Certifications

• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to work independently and without close supervision
• Use of gauges, calipers, and measuring devices
• Basic understanding of fluid systems and products
• Basic math skills
• Packaging goods for shipment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Skills and Certifications

• Orbital Weld Operator Experience using a M200 machine
• Trade skills—job shop or high-volume production
• Ability to interpret P & ID’s
• Basic electrical knowledge
• Ability to solve complex problems
• Strong organizational skills

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Standing for extended periods of time
• Warehouse and shop environment including associated tools, forklift, and welding equipment
• Bending and reaching for inventory and supplies
• Some sitting at computer workstations
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds
• Working in a clean room suit and environment for extended periods of time

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age.