Production Worker

Powell; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Powell is seeking an entry-level Manufacturing Helper to support Painters, Machine Operators, Welders, and Material Handlers on the Paint Line and related lines. You will learn to load parts, assist with line movement, and help with daily housekeeping and safety procedures.

The role is on-site in a manufacturing setting. You will work under close supervision, develop basic reading of drawings and tape measures, and gain experience in ISO-compliant operations.

Qualifications

• Must have a basic command of English, written and verbal.
• Ability to learn to read mechanical part or assembly drawings.
• Ability to read and use a linear tape measure.
• Ability to work independently or in a small team with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Load unpainted metal parts onto the Paint Line.
• Load copper bars and pipe onto the Bus Insulation Line Conveyor.
• Unload painted parts and attach identification labels.
• Assist with daily and weekly maintenance of Line equipment.
• Move parts between operations according to routing.
• Sort and stack parts by part and job numbers.
• Assist with welding kit assembly and other tasks as needed.
• Support machine operators and perform light labor tasks as directed.
• Perform painting, grinding, sanding, or cleaning as required, up to 50 lbs.

Skills

Basic English

Read drawings

Read tape measure

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Description

Employee assists Painters, Machine Operators, Welders, Material Handlers, and Leadpersons in performance of their work. Employee works under close supervision.

• 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.

Job 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. End of shift clean up is required.
• 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.

About Us

In our 75+ year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in all parts of our organization. As a manufacturer, we recruit and hire experienced and knowledgeable applicants to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated, and assembled to customer specifications!

Powell’s culture has and will always be founded in our "can do" attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it. Become a part of our story and let us help you write yours. Hard work pays off in all our teams, with opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance. Successful candidates must have a legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis, with only those candidates selected for interview contacted.

Powell offers comprehensive health insurance for you and your family, 401k savings, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, company-sponsored wellness programs, and a collaborative work environment.

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