Shield Assembly Technician

Safariland, LLC; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Safariland, LLC in Peoria, AZ is seeking a Shield Assembly Technician to support the production and fulfillment of shields and dolly systems. You will prepare materials, assemble finished products, and help process sales orders.

You will follow work instructions, work across departments, and maintain quality while adhering to safety procedures in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role requires physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.

Qualifications

• Prior manufacturing, assembly, production, warehouse, or materials handling experience preferred.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, job travelers, and basic production documentation.
• Ability to work effectively across multiple departments and adjust priorities as needed.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare backers and related components for spray coating processes.
• Request, gather, and stage materials required to complete manufacturing orders.
• Assemble shields and dolly systems according to work instructions, drawings, and production requirements.
• Support the filling and completion of sales orders related to shields and dolly systems.
• Inspect materials and finished assemblies for completeness and quality.
• Maintain accurate tracking of manufacturing orders and sales order fulfillment.
• Coordinate with Inventory Control, Production, and other departments to ensure required materials and components are available.
• Assist in packaging, labeling, and preparing completed shields and dolly systems for shipment.
• Provide support to other operational teams, including Autoclave, TPU, and Press, based on production needs.
• Follow all safety, quality, and standard operating procedures.
• Maintain clean, organized, and efficient work areas in support of 5S and general workplace organization.
• Communicate production issues, shortages, quality concerns, or delays to leadership in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of manufacturing operations.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Read and follow instructions

Cross-department collaboration

Attention to detail

Job description

Summary of Position:

The Shield Assembly Technician supports the production and fulfillment of shields and dolly systems by preparing materials, requesting components needed to complete manufacturing orders, assembling finished products, and assisting with sales order fulfillment. This role also provides cross-functional production support as needed.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare backers and related components for spray coating processes.
• Request, gather, and stage materials required to complete manufacturing orders.
• Assemble shields and dolly systems according to work instructions, drawings, and production requirements.
• Support the filling and completion of sales orders related to shields and dolly systems.
• Inspect materials and finished assemblies for completeness and quality.
• Maintain accurate tracking of manufacturing orders and sales order fulfillment.
• Coordinate with Inventory Control, Production, and other departments to ensure required materials and components are available.
• Assist in packaging, labeling, and preparing completed shields and dolly systems for shipment.
• Provide support to other operational teams, including Autoclave, TPU, and Press, based on production needs.
• Follow all safety, quality, and standard operating procedures.
• Maintain clean, organized, and efficient work areas in support of 5S and general workplace organization.
• Communicate production issues, shortages, quality concerns, or delays to leadership in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of manufacturing operations.

Qualifications:

• Prior manufacturing, assembly, production, warehouse, or materials handling experience preferred.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, job travelers, and basic production documentation.
• Ability to work effectively across multiple departments and adjust priorities as needed.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Physical Demands:

Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to stand, walk, and move frequently throughout the facility. Frequent use of hands and arms to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls. Ability to work in warehouse and production environments, which may include exposure to loud noises, heavy machinery, and varying temperatures.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We do not discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment.