2nd Shift_ Mechanical Manufacturing Technician I_ Onsite
About The Position
This is an entry-level mechanical manufacturing position with no certification required. The technician learns basic calibration-specific operations and, under direct supervision from a certified calibrator (Level II or above), prepares and assembles components into final or subassemblies. The role involves setting up and operating production equipment to ensure spray flow, angle, and quality meet product specifications and tolerances. The technician follows established standard work under general supervision while working toward certification, and refers problems or deviations to experienced operators, lead technicians, supervisors, or engineers. The position is onsite in West Des Moines, Iowa, and is scheduled for second shift, Monday through Friday, 3:30 p.m. to midnight. Nonstandard hours, extended shifts, overtime, and some holiday work may be required to meet business needs. This is a safety-sensitive role subject to FAA drug and alcohol testing requirements. External applicants are eligible for a $1,000 sign-on bonus.
Requirements
- Typically requires a high school diploma; without a high school diploma or GED, two years of relevant experience is required.
- Willingness to work nonstandard hours.
- Must be a U.S. Person.
- Subject to drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations.
Nice To Haves
- Manufacturing experience.
- Manual dexterity to perform assembly and calibration tasks.
- Experience reading, understanding, and working from blueprints.
- Communication experience with employees and management at all levels.
Responsibilities
- Learn to set up and operate test stands to check nozzles, spray bars, and valves for spray quality, angle, and flow against specifications.
- Learn to set up and operate laser markers and printers according to procedures and specifications.
- Record spray parameters by serial number, certify product conformance through testing, and record performance results by serial number.
- May learn to disassemble, repair, and assemble products according to specifications.
- Complete production documentation accurately and perform necessary labor transitions.
- Follow EHS, Quality, and Continuous Improvement rules, guidelines, and standards established for the role.
- Participate in continuous improvement and safety-related activities.
- Work extended shifts or overtime as required to meet business needs; some holiday hours may also be required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
- 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Student Loan Repayment Program.
- Life insurance and disability coverage.
- Optional pet, home and auto, additional life and accident, critical illness, group legal, and identity theft protection coverage.
- Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
- Fertility and family planning benefits.
- Adoption assistance.
- Autism benefit.
- Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
- Wellness rewards program.
- Virtual doctor visits.
- Child and elder care services.
- Second-opinion medical expert program.
- Potential eligibility for short-term and long-term incentive compensation programs.
- Potential eligibility for flexible spending accounts and paid holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
