Shop Technician

A Shop Technician is responsible for constructing small parts and components to create new products according to client specifications. This position also maintains, repairs, and refurbishes existing equipment; performs diagnostic testing; troubleshoots issues; and makes necessary adjustments to ensure equipment and finished products operate safely and efficiently. Job Duties and Key Responsibilities - Build product subassemblies or final assemblies. - Monitor and adjust production processes or equipment for quality and productivity. - Prepare and assemble materials. - Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures. - Calibrate or adjust equipment to ensure quality production, using various tools and equipment. - Inspect finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications. - Maintain inventory of job materials. - Plan and lay out work to meet production and schedule requirements. - Provide production, progress, or changeover reports to supervisors. - Set up and verify the functionality of safety equipment. - Start up and shut down processing equipment. - Test products or subassemblies for functionality or quality. - Troubleshoot problems with equipment, devices, or products. - Adhere to all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures for health, safety, and environmental compliance. - Clean and maintain production equipment and work areas using appropriate cleaning materials, tools, and equipment. - Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned Experience, Skills, and Characteristics - High school diploma or GED preferred. - Previous shop, manufacturing, mechanical, assembly, or equipment-maintenance experience is preferred but not required. - Willingness and ability to learn new equipment, tools, processes, and procedures. - Ability to follow instructions and complete assigned work safely and efficiently. - Reliable, dependable, and able to work effectively as part of a team Physical Requirements - Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the work shift. - Frequently bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive movements. - Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds independently and heavier items with assistance or appropriate lifting equipment. - Ability to climb ladders or stairs and work from elevated surfaces when required. - Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment safely and effectively. - Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination sufficient to assemble, repair, and inspect equipment and components. - Visual ability to inspect parts, read measurements, and identify defects or equipment issues. - Ability to work in varying temperatures, around loud machinery, and in environments containing dust, fumes, grease, and other typical shop conditions. - Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, steel-toed footwear, and other PPE as necessary. - Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. ::: {aria-level="1"} :::