Production Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Production Operator I
Wilsonville, OR
Shift: 1st Shift | 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM | Monday - Thursday
Pay: $19/hour

About the Role:
This beginner-friendly position involves hands-on production work in a clean, safety-focused environment. You’ll support core operations such as wire straightening, grinding, assembly, and coil production.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine manufacturing tasks with emphasis on accuracy and quality
• Operate machinery and conduct repetitive tasks, such as:
  • Wire straightening
  • Grinding
  • Coil production
  • Assembly
• Inspect and measure small parts, both visually and with tools (e.g., rulers, microscopes)
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of work performed
• Follow established safety protocols and procedures
• Cross-train and support other production areas as needed
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors

Physical Demands:

• May require sitting for 60–75% of work time; certain positions may require standing all day
• Regular use of hands for fine, repetitive tasks
• Light lifting or carrying of materials up to 20 pounds

Qualifications:

• 1–2 years of machining or related manufacturing experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail, especially when recording measurements and documenting work
• Basic math skills, including working with English and metric units (addition, subtraction, counting)
• Proficient in reading and understanding written and verbal instructions in English
• Ability to follow safety guidelines and accurately complete internal forms
• Experience using basic hand or power tools
• Good manual dexterity for handling small wires and components
• Capable of conducting visual and microscope inspections of small parts
• Effective communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Good eyesight or corrected vision required
• Ability to read blueprints is a plus

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