Manufacturing Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician
Location: Rosharon, TX, 77583
Duration: 12 Months
Pay rate: $20/hr on W2 without benefits

Shift: Schedule consists of 4 days per week, 10-hour shifts.
Shift hours: 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM.
Schedule will be one of the following:
Monday - Thursday
Tuesday - Friday
Final schedule assignment will be confirmed based on team coverage needs.

Summary:

The Manufacturing Technician performs hands-on manufacturing, assembly, testing, inspection, and production support activities for explosive products including detonators, boosters, igniters, and related assemblies. The role requires strong attention to detail, adherence to work instructions and safety procedures, and the ability to work in a manufacturing environment involving hazardous materials. The position is highly manual and assembly-focused rather than automated or robotics-focused.
Key Responsibilities

• Perform manual assembly of detonators, boosters, igniters, and other explosive products.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, job packets, routings, work orders, quality travelers, and bills of material.
• Conduct product testing, measurements, inspections, and quality checks.
• Enter and track quality and production data.
• Operate manufacturing and assembly equipment, including explosive pressing equipment.
• Troubleshoot product, process, or equipment issues and perform basic repairs as needed.
• Maintain production tools and equipment.
• Perform inventory activities, including explosive magazine inventory.
• Package finished products for shipment.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas, including proper disposal of explosive waste.
• Track labor and production activities through SAP.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and manufacturing process enhancements.

Required Experience & Skills

• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks with a high degree of accuracy.
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude and manual assembly experience.
• Ability to read and follow SOPs, work instructions, and technical documentation.
• Basic use of hand tools and manufacturing equipment.
• Strong listening skills and willingness to follow safety procedures.
• Ability to work effectively in a production environment.
• Comfortable handling inspection and quality-related tasks.

Preferred Skills

• Previous manufacturing experience.
• Electronics assembly or electronics-related background.
• Quality inspection or quality control experience.
• Experience working with hazardous materials or within highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Forklift certification (preferred, not required).
• Experience using measuring tools such as calipers and scales.

Years of Experience

• Entry-level candidates will be considered.
• Manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Approximately 1-2 years of manufacturing experience is ideal but not required.
• Candidates from industries outside oil and gas will be considered.

Compensation

• Target pay rate: Approximately $20.00/hour
• No shift differential is expected since the department operates a single shift.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing facility producing explosive products.
• Hands-on production environment focused on manual assembly activities.
• Employees work with detonators, boosters, igniters, and explosive materials.
• Team members interact with production supervisors and manufacturing leadership throughout the day.
• Environment requires strict adherence to procedures, documentation requirements, and safety protocols.

Training

• Comprehensive on-the-job training provided.
• Training includes:
  • Product assembly processes.
  • Work instructions and SOP compliance.
  • Quality inspection requirements.
  • Equipment operation.
  • SAP time and production tracking.
  • Explosive material handling procedures.
  • Safety and hazardous material protocols.
• Additional site-required safety and compliance training will be completed prior to performing independent work.

Shift & Hours

• Schedule consists of 4 days per week, 10-hour shifts .
• Shift hours: 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM .
• Schedule will be one of the following:
  • Monday - Thursday
  • Tuesday - Friday
• Final schedule assignment will be confirmed based on team coverage needs.

Overtime Requirements

• Overtime may be required based on production demand.
• Overtime is not consistently required but should be expected periodically.
• Weekend work may be required when overtime is scheduled.

Physical Demands

• Frequent use of hands for assembly work.
• Repetitive manual tasks throughout the workday.
• Ability to use hand tools, crimpers, scales, and calipers.
• Ability to stand and work on the production floor for extended periods.
• Capability to perform detailed assembly and inspection activities requiring precision and focus.

Safety Requirements

• Work involves hazardous and explosive materials.
• Strict compliance with all safety procedures and work instructions is required.
• PPE is provided.
• Strong safety awareness and willingness to ask questions are highly valued.
• Candidates must be comfortable working in a highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• Successful completion of required ATF and company compliance screenings is required prior to employment.

Tools & Equipment Used

• Hand tools.
• Crimpers.
• Scales.
• Calipers.
• Assembly equipment.
• Explosive pressing equipment.
• SAP system for labor and production tracking.

Education & Certification Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license preferred per program requirements (non-driver role).

Safety Requirements
" Must be eligible for ATFE Level 4 clearance (employee possessor of explosives).
" Clearance is required due to the handling of explosive materials and is processed through the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) after onboarding.
" Reference ATF Form 5400.28, which is used to determine the eligibility of an employee possessor to engage in certain explosives operations.
Interview Process

• In-person interview(s).