Production Technician - 2nd Shift

TAIT; Lititz (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

TAIT in Lititz, PA, is seeking a Production Technician to assist with manufacturing and assembly processes. This role involves adhering to quality standards while maintaining precision in fabrication techniques and tools usage. Candidates must have a High School Diploma, relevant training, and experience in fabrication or mechanical assembly. The position offers a dynamic work environment and potential growth opportunities within the department based on skills and training.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, understand, and follow blueprints and internal drawings.
• Knowledge in rigging equipment and practices (WLL, COG, & LAF).
• Capacity to work independently and as a member of a small team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all manufacturing, assembly, and fabrication on TAIT products.
• Maintain accurate dimensional tolerances set forth on drawings.
• Clean and maintain workspace area, tools, and equipment.

Skills

General fabrication

Carpentry

Complex mechanical assembly

Effective communication skills

Precision measuring instruments

TAIT business systems (Epicor, Slack, Box)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

One year of instructional/professional training

Tools

Manufacturing tools

Job description

Position Purpose

The Production Technician will assist with all manufacturing, assembly, and fabrication on TAIT products and projects in a group setting with minimal guidance from the group lead. This position requires the Production Technician to be highly functional in multiple disciplines and help support the fabrication team to deliver a finished product to TAIT’s standards of quality. This position also provides access to continued growth within the department based on skillset and training.

Essential Responsibilities

• Adhere to and implement proper fabrication and assembly techniques.
• Maintain accurate dimensional tolerances set forth on drawings.
• Produce a quality product while focusing on TAIT brand quality and standards.
• Clean and maintain workspace area, facility tools, and equipment.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow blueprints, internal drawings, and SOP’s.
• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures.
• Attend meetings, seminars, and training sessions as required.
• Perform assigned duties according to the policies and expectations prescribed by the company.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of instructional/professional training.
• Skill set focused in general fabrication, carpentry, complex mechanical assembly and/or TAIT experience preferred.
• Ability to identify materials and hardware.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow blueprints and internal drawings.
• Knowledge in rigging equipment and practices (WLL, COG, & LAF)
• Advanced knowledge and experience using precision measuring instruments and general manufacturing tools (wood, plastic, metal).
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to use (proficient in) TAIT business systems (Epicor, Slack, and Box).
• Capacity to work independently, and as a member of a small team.
• Ability to handle changing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Flexibility with work schedule. Normal work schedule is forty hours per week; however operational demands may necessitate other schedules to meet business needs.

Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is required to frequently walk, bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat, stoop, and kneel each day.

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift or move 50 lbs.
• Must be able to carry 50 lbs.
• Must be able to pull or push 50 lbs.
• Must be able to reach overhead.
• Must be able to work in small, sometimes awkward spaces and positions.

The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with physical limitations or disabilities. If there are specific physical needs related to lifting, walking, or any other task, candidates are encouraged to discuss their requirements during the hiring process. The organization will make every effort to accommodate these needs to ensure equal opportunities for all employees.