Production Worker

Powell•Houston, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Powell is hiring a Production Worker at its Southeast Houston manufacturing facility. The employee assists Painters, Machine Operators, Welders, Material Handlers, and the Leadperson in their work under close supervision. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. The role involves handling and moving production parts, supporting paint and bus insulation lines, assembling kits, and helping machine operators. Occasional tasks may include painting, grinding, sanding, or general cleaning as directed by a supervisor or leadperson. The employee is expected to perform end-of-shift cleanup and lift up to 50 pounds consistently. This is a safety-sensitive role in a temperature-controlled manufacturing or industrial environment, with occasional outdoor activities. Employees must wear required personal protective equipment and respirators when needed, work from ladders, and may work at heights generally no higher than 20 feet using appropriate lift and fall-protection equipment. Powell describes a culture focused on hard work, advancement and promotion opportunities, and work-life balance. The company offers health insurance, 401(k) savings, annual bonus potential, paid time off, professional development opportunities, wellness programs, and a collaborative work environment. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Diploma preferred.
Ability to use computer software to control equipment or look up company information.
Ability to use basic math, reading, and writing skills to perform job functions.
Basic command of English, both written and verbal.
Ability to follow company operating procedures, safety rules, and ISO requirements.
Ability to learn to read mechanical part or assembly drawings.
Ability to read and use a linear tape measure.
Ability to work independently or as part of a small team and perform tasks with little direct supervision.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds consistently.
Ability to work from various types of ladders.
Ability to use required personal protective equipment and respirators when required.
Ability to work at heights, usually no higher than 20 feet, using proper lift equipment and fall protection equipment.
Ability to maintain body equilibrium and agility while walking, standing, crouching, and ascending or descending stairs or step ladders.
Ability to bend at the waist and knees and extend arms and hands in any direction.
Ability to stand and walk continuously.
Ability to use upper extremities frequently, work with both arms above the shoulders, and use both arms at full length frequently.
Legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or General Education Diploma.

Responsibilities

Load unpainted metal parts onto the Paint Line.
Load copper bars and pipe onto the Bus Insulation Line Conveyor.
Unload painted metal parts from the Paint Line and attach the required part identification label.
Assist with daily and weekly preventative maintenance of Paint Line and Bus Insulation Line equipment and facilities.
Move parts from one manufacturing operation to the next according to part routing.
Remove finished parts from sheet metal skeletons.
Sort and stack parts by part number and job number combination.
Assemble kits of parts to be welded.
Assist machine operators with various tasks upon request.
Occasionally perform painting, grinding, sanding, or general cleaning tasks as directed by a supervisor or leadperson.
Perform end-of-shift cleanup.
Maintain a clean work area by picking up trash and sweeping the floor.