TMA Production Associate

TrafFix Devices, Inc.•San Clemente, CA

12d•$21 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The TMA Production Associate assembles truck-mounted attenuators according to company specifications. Working as part of a production team, the associate references build orders, identifies and sources parts, assembles components, reviews completed work for quality, and prepares attenuators for shipment. The role involves assembling and installing steel structures, energy-absorbing materials, and hydraulic systems, as well as inspecting and testing finished products for safety and performance.

Requirements

Attention to detail when inspecting and assembling parts to engineering specifications.
Time-management skills to work efficiently and prioritize tasks.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Organizational skills to track assembly stages, part numbers, inventory counts, and staging locations.
Basic arithmetic skills for counting parts and identifying part numbers.
Ability to follow safety procedures and guidelines when using equipment.
Ability to follow established procedures and instructions when performing tasks, using tools, and handling materials.
Dependability, including reliable attendance, punctuality, and completing assigned tasks to established standards with little supervision.
Ability to bend, twist, reach, stand, walk, handle and feel objects, and hear.
Ability to regularly lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and move objects weighing up to 80 pounds with help from other employees.
Vision abilities including close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work in a warehouse with varying temperatures, possible inclement weather, dirt, dust, and moderate noise.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma/GED, or equivalent work experience.
At least one year of experience in a warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

Assemble and install truck-mounted attenuator components according to design specifications.
Inspect and test completed attenuators to verify safety and performance standards.
Identify parts by number and collect them from warehouse locations using a forklift, pallet jack, or by hand.
Operate hand tools, power tools, and other machinery required to build and test attenuators.
Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals, and other instructions.
Report quality or safety issues to the appropriate supervisor or department, including engineering.
Collaborate with the production team to meet deadlines and deliver products on time.
Follow established safety rules and wear required safety equipment, including safety shoes and glasses.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Work effectively with coworkers and supervisors to support production goals, communication, respect, and teamwork.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

Medical insurance; the company pays 95% of employee-only coverage.
Dental insurance; the company contributes $10 per month toward coverage.
Vision insurance; the company contributes $5 per month toward coverage.
Supplemental coverage options, including life, hospital, critical illness, accident, and pet insurance.
Life and AD&D insurance with $25,000 in coverage for benefit-eligible employees.
Health Savings Account for employees enrolled in the high-deductible health plan.
Vacation time accrued each pay period, starting at two weeks per year.
Sick time accrued each pay period, totaling more than eight days per year.
Nine paid holidays, plus facility closure during Christmas week in 2026.
401(k); employees can begin contributing the month after hire, with a company match of up to 4% after one year of employment.
Annual profit sharing available after one year of employment.
Employee Assistance Program.
Daily access to earned wages through on-demand pay.