Production Technician

Apogee • Faribault, MN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Technician is part of a team that is responsible for machine set-up, loading, unloading, cutting, assembling, inspecting, and packaging the optical thin film products used in the display, imaging, and other markets. Also responsible for assisting in development of work instructions, training and certifying team members and assisting in special projects.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Demonstrated ability for detail orientated work.
• Demonstrated ability to work and cross train in a team environment.
• Sensitive to other cultures/backgrounds, able to work in a multi-cultural workplace.
• Ability and willingness to learn, understand, and follow documented work procedures.
• Ability to function effectively in a high performance team environment.
• Ability and willingness to generate and support implementation of continuous improvement ideas.

Nice To Haves

• Two years’ work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of computer applications is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform machine set-up, loading, unloading, cutting, assembling, inspecting, and packaging of optical thin film products.
• Learn, understand, and follow documented work procedures.
• Detect defects and suspected causes.
• Assist in maintaining detailed and organized data records for the department.
• Assist with troubleshooting of processes.
• Assist in development of work instructions, training and auditing team members and assisting in special projects.
• Cross train in related functions and assist others in obtaining cross-functional capabilities.
• Document and monitor procedures and processes to eliminate variation and promote sharing of knowledge.
• Interact and function effectively in a high performance team environment.
• Initiate and support continuous improvement and elimination of waste and variation in processes using established improvement processes.
• Generate and document solutions and continuous improvement ideas in established manner.
• All other duties as necessary.

Benefits

• Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
• Incentive Plans
• 401(k) with employer contribution and match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
• Training and Career Progression

What This Job Offers

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