Production Technician I

nVent • Warwick, RI

5d

About The Position

The Production Technician I creates and prepares artwork, mixes ink colors, and screen prints parts to customer specifications. The role interprets blueprints and work orders to determine production requirements and priorities, and sets up and operates screen-printing equipment. It also involves routine screen maintenance, collaboration with team members and Engineering to meet production goals and improve quality and efficiency, and training other team members as needed. The technician supports Lean initiatives and participates in 5S and TPM projects, while following safety and quality standards and keeping work areas, tools, and equipment clean and organized.

The position is at nVent’s Warwick, Rhode Island facility, which is an ITAR-controlled site. Candidates must meet the definition of a “US Person” under 22 C.F.R. 120.15.

Requirements

• Candidates must be a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 because the Warwick, Rhode Island facility is ITAR-controlled.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 3+ years of screen-printing experience preferred.
• 3+ years of production work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and prepare artwork, mix ink colors, and screen print parts to customer specifications.
• Interpret blueprints and work orders to determine requirements and production priorities.
• Set up and operate screen-printing equipment, including an artwork printer, exposure unit, wash-out booth, and conveyor dryer.
• Perform routine screen maintenance, including installation, coating, washing, and reclaiming.
• Collaborate with team members and Engineering to meet production goals, reduce rework, and improve quality and operational efficiency.
• Provide training to other team members as required.
• Support Lean initiatives and participate in 5S and TPM projects.
• Perform work safely and to established quality standards, use personal protective equipment properly, and keep work areas, tools, and equipment clean, neat, and organized.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Critical illness and accident insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match.
• Employee stock purchase plan with a company match.
• Tuition reimbursement may be available.
• Caregiver, personal, and parental leave may be available.
• Back-up care services may be available.
• Paid time off, including volunteer time, may be available.
• Well-being program may be available.
• Legal and identity theft protection may be available.

What This Job Offers

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