Production Technician

Kistler Instrument Corp. • Amherst, NY

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About The Position

A Production Technician at Kistler Instrument Corp performs all the assembly, testing, calibration, and/or inspection operations required to manufacture Kistler products. They work under guidance of the Production Supervisor and collaborates closely with production engineering. The Production Technician ensures that Kistler operates according to applicable regulations and standards (e.g. ISO9001, AS9100, ISO17025, ITAR, EAR).
Main Tasks vary depending on the needs of the assigned department. Kistler develops tailored training programs to ensure Production Technicians have the competencies required to complete specific tasks.

Requirements

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent is required
• Requires general computer knowledge
• Must be punctual, pro-active, reliable, trustworthy, and have a winning mentality
• Ability to organize daily work activities according to supervisor instruction
• Work independently or in a team environment
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
• See through and work at a binocular microscope for extended periods
• Physical requirements: Ability to stand at a workstation 50% of the workday, ability to use a computer 70% of the workday and Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and/or SAP a plus
• Experience with basic operation of electrical test equipment such as oscilloscopes, voltmeters, or frequency generators a plus

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test products according to product documentation (assembly instructions, test procedures, engineering drawings, etc.)
• Perform assembly operations such as soldering, mechanical fastening, and/or adhesive bonding under a microscope using small tools (tweezers, soldering irons, etc.)
• Ensure product quality by performing visual inspections, functional tests, and/or calibrations
• Basic operation of equipment necessary to assemble, test, and/or calibrate transducers (welders, bead blasters, shakers, oscilloscopes, etc.)
• Maintain a clean and safe workspace
• Perform tasks according to schedule / production routing times
• Recommend improvements for production documentation, tooling, and equipment
• Perform other duties as assignedWinning Mentality cannot be removed [javascript%3Avoid(0)]

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees