Production Worker

Powell Industries; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Houston, Texas is seeking a Production Worker to assist in various manufacturing processes. The role involves loading and unloading parts, maintaining clean work areas, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, basic English skills, and the ability to work within a team in a fast-paced environment. The position offers a chance to engage in diverse tasks and contribute to the production process under supervision.

Benefits

Personal protective equipment provided

Opportunities for skill development

Qualifications

• Preferred high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to learn mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload metal parts on production lines.
• Assist with preventative maintenance of equipment.
• Perform general cleaning and assist machine operators.

Skills

Basic command of English

Ability to use computer software

Basic math skills

Reading skills

Teamwork

Ability to follow safety rules

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Basic hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Powell is a manufacturer of switchgear and other electrical equipment. We are currently hiring a Production Worker at our Southeast Houston manufacturing facility. Employee assists Painters, Machine Operators, Welders, Material Handlers, and Leadperson in performance of their work. Employee works under close supervision.

Essential Responsibilities

• Load unpainted metal parts onto the Paint Line.
• Load copper bars and pipe onto the Bus Insulation Line Conveyor.
• Unload painted metal parts from the Paint Line and properly attach the required part identification label.
• Assist with daily and weekly preventative maintenance of the Paint Line & Bus Insulation Line equipment and facilities.
• Move parts from one manufacturing operation to the next operation according to the part routing.
• Remove finished parts from sheet metal skeletons.
• Sort and stack parts by part number & job number combination.
• Assemble kits of parts to be welded.
• Assist machine operators with various tasks upon request.
• On occasion, be required to perform labor task such as painting, grinding, sanding or general cleaning task as directed by your supervisor or leadperson.
• Lifting of up to 50 lbs. consistently.
• End of shift cleanup is required.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma preferred.
• Ability to use computer software to control equipment or look-up company information.
• Ability to use basic math, reading and writing skills to perform job function.

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

• Must have a basic command of the English language, both written and verbal.
• Ability to follow company operating procedures, safety rules and ISO requirements.
• Ability to learn to read mechanical part or assembly drawings.
• Ability to read and use a linear tape measure.
• Ability to work independently or part of a small team and perform required tasks with little direct supervision.
• Ability to maintain a clean work area by picking up trash and sweeping the floor.

Working Conditions

• Safety sensitive position in a temperature-controlled manufacturing or industrial environment with occasional outside activities.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) (i.e., safety shoes, hard hats, bump caps, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety harnesses as required) and respirators when required.
• Must be able to work from all type of ladders (step ladders, "A" frame ladders, etc.)
• Working at heights usually no higher than 20 feet in the air on an elevated structure using proper lift equipment and Fall Protection Equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Able to maintain body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs or step ladders.
• Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction.
• Continuous standing and walking.
• Able to use upper extremities frequently, work with both arms above shoulders and use both arms at full length frequently.
• Must be able to meet physical lifting demand up to 50lbs.
• Frequent use of hand tools and power tools.

More Information

This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.