Material Prep Technician I or II

Elemental Brands•Reno, NV

5d•$21 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Elemental LED is hiring a full-time Material Prep Technician I or II for its Production Team. The role supports production at the Reno Operations Center and assists the Planning and Material Prep Supervisor with inventory oversight and work order preparation. The technician serves as a point of contact for manufacturing inventory control and preparation coordination. The specific level and pay will depend on the candidate’s experience and qualifications. Core hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

Requirements

For Technician I: High school diploma/GED, or equivalent experience and training, and one year of experience in manufacturing or distribution, quality assurance, assembly, testing, or an environment using hand tools and equipment.
For Technician II: High school diploma/GED, or equivalent experience and training, and at least two years of experience in manufacturing or distribution, quality assurance, assembly, testing, or an environment using hand tools and equipment.
For Technician II: Proficient use of machinery involved in raw material preparation.
Knowledge of electrical or electronic machinery and equipment, including soldering stations, solder baths, fume extractors, wire cutting and stripping machinery, and A/C compressor operations.
Knowledge of safe operation of industrial machinery used to prepare raw materials, such as chop saws, industrial wet saws, milling equipment, and ACT machines.
Knowledge of standard tooling, including wire cutters, wire strippers, wire terminal crimpers, measuring tools, and sealant applicators.
Experience working with a modern MRP/ERP system, particularly job modules, job scheduling, and bills of materials.
Ability to operate MS Office, including Word and Excel, and Fishbowl Inventory.
Excellent verbal and written listening and communication skills.
Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions and meet deadlines.
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with attention to detail, independently and collaboratively, and with problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of FedEx, UPS, and USPS software systems.

Responsibilities

Ensure bills of materials (BOMs) are accurate, including parts, quantities, units of measure, descriptions, and assembly instructions.
Research discrepancies and adjustments identified through counts.
Operate the chop saw safely when preparing raw materials.
Communicate the status of daily preparation work to management.
Assist management with responding to customer service requests in a timely manner.
Recommend improvements to processes, procedures, efficiency, and effectiveness.
Perform all work according to established safety procedures and use required safety equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance, 100% paid by the employer and available the first of the month following the date of hire.
Company-matched 401(k) plan at 5%, with no vesting schedule.
Paid time off (PTO).
Volunteer time off (VTO).
Three paid flexible holidays per year.
Seven paid holidays.
Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA), including a $200 annual employer contribution.
Career Development Plan Program.
Discounted corporate gym membership at South Reno Athletic Club.
Tuition assistance.
Employee discount.
Monthly birthday lunch celebrations.
On-site snacks and beverages.
Employee referral bonus program.