Production Technician

11th Hour Staffing, Inc; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

11th Hour Staffing, Inc. seeks a Production Technician to support daily manufacturing operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing production machinery, equipment, and tooling.

This role emphasizes equipment reliability, product quality, process improvement, and providing technical support to production teams. 5+ years in manufacturing, 3D modeling, and ISO 9000 experience are strongly preferred. Schedule: Mon-Thu 5:30AM-4:00PM plus 4 hours on Friday; pay $55,000–$65,000/yearly.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience supporting manufacturing operations.
• Experience implementing equipment, tooling, or process improvements.
• 3D modeling experience required; SolidWorks preferred.
• Experience in an ISO 9000-certified manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical, troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical schematics.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication, organizational, leadership, and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work effectively across teams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair production equipment, including welding systems.
• Monitor equipment settings, calibration, tooling, and process parameters.
• Investigate issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct weld studies and use lab equipment to evaluate weld quality.
• Design and modify tooling and machine components using SolidWorks or similar.
• Support new equipment installations, process changes, and improvement projects.
• Assist with quality documentation such as APQP, PPAP, Gauge R&R, SOPs.
• Train production employees on equipment changes and procedures.
• Perform preventive maintenance, electrode changes, and repairs as needed.
• Collaborate with teams to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and maintain quality.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Problem solving

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree or engineering coursework

Tools

SolidWorks

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Position Summary

The Production Technician supports daily manufacturing operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing production machinery, equipment, and tooling. This role focuses on equipment reliability, product quality, process improvement, and providing technical support to production teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair production equipment, including resistance, laser, and MIG welding systems.
• Monitor equipment settings, calibration, tooling, and process parameters to ensure quality and production goals are met.
• Investigate equipment and production issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct weld studies and use laboratory equipment to evaluate weld quality and measurements.
• Design and modify tooling, gauges, and machine components using SolidWorks or similar 3D modeling software.
• Support new equipment installations, process changes, and production improvement projects.
• Assist with quality documentation, including APQP, PPAP, Gauge R&R, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Train production employees on equipment changes, operating procedures, and best practices.
• Perform preventive maintenance, electrode changes, and equipment repairs as needed.
• Collaborate with production and management teams to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and maintain quality standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience supporting manufacturing operations.
• Experience implementing equipment, tooling, or process improvements.
• 3D modeling experience required; SolidWorks preferred.
• Experience in an ISO 9000-certified manufacturing environment required.
• Strong mechanical, troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and understand hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical schematics.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication, organizational, leadership, and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work effectively across teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of welding process experience.
• Associate degree or coursework in engineering; metallurgy experience is a plus.
• Experience with statistical analysis, process capability studies, and manufacturing metrics.
• Familiarity with mills, lathes, machining, and hand tools.
• Forklift experience and ability to load and unload trucks.

Professional Expectations

• Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Communicate professionally with colleagues, management, clients, and vendors.
• Maintain accurate records and complete required reports and assignments on time.
• Follow established safety procedures, company policies, and operating standards.
• Properly maintain and care for tools, equipment, and other company property.
• Communicate attendance concerns or other issues that may affect job performance promptly.

Schedule: Monday-Thursday 5:30AM-4:00PM + 4 hour shifts on Fridays

Pay: $55,000-$65,000/yearly

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

11th Hour Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination against employees or applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law protected by federal, state or local law.

11th Hour Staffing, Inc. will make a reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to 11th Hour Staffing, Inc. Contact Human Resources with any questions or requests for accommodation.