Production Technician - Carpentry

Tait Group; Lititz (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

401(k) with match

Paid vacation & holidays

Health, dental, vision

Job summary

TAIT is seeking a Production Technician to support manufacturing, assembly, and fabrication of TAIT products. You will work with a small team to deliver finished gear to TAIT quality standards and grow within the department based on skill and training.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, maintaining tolerances, following safety policies, and collaborating with teammates while producing high-quality TAIT experiences.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with instruction/professional training.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and internal drawings.
• Experience in general fabrication or TAIT-like environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to fabrication and assembly techniques.
• Maintain dimensional tolerances per drawings.
• Produce quality products meeting TAIT standards.
• Keep workspace tools and equipment clean and maintained.
• Read blueprints and SOPs, follow safety policies.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Fabrication

Mechanical assembly

Quality focus

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Epicor

Slack

Box

Job description

TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders and place makers to bring culture-defining, never-before-seen experiences to life.With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock 'n' roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design. TAIT's 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyoncé, and The Olympics

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 will require 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. Specific requirements are:

• 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.

TAIT Benefits:

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions (HDHP plans)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Dependent Care)
• Employer-paid life insurance with optional supplemental coverage
• Employer-paid Short-term with optional long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness stipends
• Voluntary benefits (e.g., accident, critical illness)
• Paid vacation and 12 holidays

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.

TAIT is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristic as outlined by international, national, state, or local laws.