Production Technician - Sensors

Reotemp Instrument Corp; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Reotemp Instrument Corp. in San Diego, CA is seeking a Production Technician to assemble, test, calibrate, inspect, and package temperature sensors. You will operate various machinery and interpret work orders to ensure high-quality products for internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities include manual fabrication, parts management, and quality control with documentation. Strong attention to detail and ability to read blueprints are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in English (speaking, writing, reading).
• Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel) with willingness to learn new programs.
• Reliable transportation to and from work (40-hour week).
• Ability to stand for up to 8 hours.
• Strong manual dexterity and good eyesight for reading blueprints.
• Ability to follow written instructions.
• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Strong work ethic and efficiency on repetitive tasks.
• TIG welding skills and experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate various machinery and equipment, including saws, calipers, multimeter, TIG welder, and more.
• Fabricate and assemble parts following procedures and work instructions.
• Identify and pull parts as required; interpret complex work orders for assembly.
• Conduct quality assessments and document issues to support process improvements; read blueprints.

Skills

English proficiency

Manual dexterity

Blueprint reading

Willingness to learn

Strong work ethic

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Tools

Calipers

Multimeter

Soldering

TIG welding

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: San Diego Office - San Diego, CA 92121

Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Manufacturing

DEPARTMENT: Manufacturing - Sensors

REPORTS TO: Manufacturing Manager

STATUS: Non-Exempt

LOCATION: San Diego, CA (Sorrento Valley) 92121

JOB SUMMARY:

The Production Technician's responsibilities include assembling, testing, calibrating, inspecting, and packaging temperature sensors. Operating various machinery and equipment, interpreting work orders, and ensuring product quality are essential aspects of this role. This position contributes to the delivery of high-quality products to both internal and external stakeholders.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operating Machinery/Equipment:

• Operate various machinery and equipment, including a cutoff saw, sanding belts, buffing wheels, crimping machine, wire strippers, sand blaster, soldering iron, TIG welder, 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 blueprints.

Specific duties will vary on a daily basis.QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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 blueprints).
• Ability to follow written instructions.
• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Strong work ethic, emphasizing efficiency on repetitive tasks and tackling technical problems.
• TIG welding skills and experience.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Mechanical inclination, such as working on cars, building models, or having experience in final assembly.
• 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.