Manufacturing Technician I

Mueller Industries • New Market, VA

9d

About The Position

The Manufacturing Technician I supports manufacturing operations through the safe operation of production equipment and overhead cranes, while helping ensure efficient material flow, product quality, and compliance with company standards. The role performs manufacturing, quality inspection, material-handling, and inventory duties in support of production objectives, with an emphasis on safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret production documents, specifications, and work instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and measurements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to frequently bend, twist, reach, push, pull, and climb.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, moving equipment, and varying temperatures.
• Ability to safely operate production machinery, overhead cranes, and inspection equipment.
• Ability to meet vision requirements with or without corrective lenses.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Manufacturing experience.
• Experience operating overhead cranes, forklifts, or industrial material-handling equipment.
• Quality inspection experience and proficiency with precision measuring instruments.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate production equipment, overhead cranes, and related machinery according to established procedures and safety guidelines.
• Process, transport, stage, and organize raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods throughout the facility.
• Read and interpret work orders, routers, production schedules, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Set up, operate, and adjust machines, and perform routine maintenance tasks to support production and minimize downtime.
• Conduct in-process and final product inspections using precision measuring instruments.
• Document production activities, quality inspections, inventory transactions, and other required records accurately.
• Load, unload, weigh, identify, and track materials while maintaining inventory accuracy and product traceability.
• Identify and report quality concerns, equipment issues, material discrepancies, and safety hazards.
• Support interdepartmental workflow by ensuring materials are available and positioned to meet production schedules.
• Assist with inventory control, cycle counts, material verification, and stock organization.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment through daily housekeeping and adherence to safety standards.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, quality, and supervisory personnel to achieve departmental objectives.
• Assist with employee training and support team members as assigned.
• Follow company policies, procedures, work instructions, and quality standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Attendance bonus
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• 401(k) with company match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED