Laborer/Shop Technician, 1st Shift

Precision Valve & Automation•Halfmoon, NY

23h•Onsite

About The Position

PVA is hiring a Laborer/Shop Technician to join our growing team. We are a five-time Albany Business Review Best Places to Work and Healthiest Employer award winner, recognized for combining cutting-edge technology with a strong, supportive culture. If you’re ready to take the next step in your fabrication career, we would love to connect.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
Punctual, dependable, and team-oriented.
A self-motivated professional who thrives both independently and collaboratively in team environments.
Performs effectively in fast-paced, dynamic settings, maintaining focus and adaptability.
Exhibits sound judgement; anticipates the implications and consequences of situations and takes appropriate action to be prepared for possible contingencies.
Maintains a calm, professional demeanor when navigating challenging or high-pressure situations.
Efficiently manages multiple projects and competing priorities with urgency, accountability, and follow-through.
Exhibits a strong sense of initiative and continuous improvement.
Basic knowledge and ability to use fabrication equipment.
Understanding of mechanical concepts.
Standing/Walking: Remaining on one’s feet in an upright position at a workstation or moving about in a work area. (C)
Sitting: Remaining in a normal seated position. (F)
Carrying: Moving an object usually by holding it in hands or arms, or on shoulders. Up to 50 lbs. (F)
Lifting: Raising an object from one level to another with hands or arms and/or shoulders, back and legs (O)
Pushing/Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that object moves away from/towards the force. (F)
Stooping; Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist. (F)
Reaching; Extending hands or arms in any direction. (C)
Handling; Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise performing precision work with hands. (F)
Bending/Twisting; Continual intermittent twisting of the spine. (F)
Talking; Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken work. (C)
Hearing; Receiving detailed information through oral communication. (C)
Vision; Clarity of vision at near or far distances. (C)
Computer usage or other special equipment operated. (C)

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a manufacturing environment, preferred.

Responsibilities

Operates Timesavers/Lissmac machine to deburr and finish sheet metal parts.
Ensures all part edges are smooth to move on to the next step in the manufacturing process.
Operate PemSerter attaching threaded components to sheet metal.
Help in the weld, paint, and brake departments when needed.
Ensures that goals and expectations are met, and product is developed on schedule.
Ensures equipment is in optimum working order and brings issues to team leaders’ attention within one hour when aware of machine interruption.
Maintains confidentiality of customer information, 100% of the time.
Keeps a neat and organized work station for safety and efficiency, 100% of the time.
Forms strong working relationships within team and treats each other with respect.
Corresponds with departments, and team through face-to-face meetings.