Production Assistant

JST Manufacturing•Meridian, ID

28d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Assistant will assist with production, assembly, quality control, inventory management, maintenance, shipping department, and other tasks as needed under the supervision of the Production Manager. This role involves operating various machines, assembling equipment according to specifications, performing quality control checks, maintaining a clean work area, packaging products, aiding in inventory management, and contributing to the company's quality program. The position requires understanding and following company procedures, acting safely in a manufacturing environment, and maintaining equipment. The Production Assistant will also perform miscellaneous tasks to support various departments and contribute to team efforts by achieving results and communicating effectively with team members.

Requirements

Able to read assembly blueprints.
Maintains a clean work area both inside and outside equipment.
Able to perform basic math skills using a calculator.
Able to utilize precision equipment such as calipers.
Able to produce accurate and good quality parts on schedule.
Able to use power hand tools safely and efficiently.
Cleans and maintains equipment in good working order.
Follow company procedures and maintain a safe work area.
Able to safely lift and carry, push or pull objects up to 50lbs.
Able to walk, stand and work on feet for the duration of shift.
Able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach with hands and arms, grasp, handle and operate hand/power tools or controls.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree preferred or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Operate machines that might include: optical laser, routers, grainer, and saw.
Assist with the assembly and manufacturing of equipment according to blueprints, schematics, and instructions.
Perform quality control checks on finished products to ensure they meet company standards.
Help maintain a clean and organized work area by sweeping, organizing tools, and disposing of waste materials.
Assist in the packaging and labeling of products for shipment to customers.
Aid in inventory management by counting, sorting, and organizing parts and materials.
Competently use measuring instruments and diagnostic devices and contribute to JST's quality program by following quality procedures.
Understand and follow company procedures and act in a safe manner in a manufacturing environment.
Maintain stewardship of equipment and contribute to the maintenance and cleanliness of the shop and equipment.
Perform miscellaneous tasks as required to support manufacturing, engineering, quality, and quoting departments.
Contribute to team effort by achieving results.
Work cooperatively with team members, communicate design constraints, and work within the team to achieve solutions.
Able to work in various positions such as climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, laying, reaching with hands and arms, grasp, handle and operate hand and tools, as well as welding equipment.
Responsible for other duties and task as assigned and, in some circumstances, may be completely unrelated to this position.