Shop Assistant

• Clean and maintain equipment as directed
• Drive shop truck as needed
• Operate equipment such as the horizontal saw, cut off saw, disc grinder
• Provides general assistance around the shop, including administrative and technical tasks
• Performs daily and regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on waterjet machines and equipment
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
• Assist with cleaning and preventative maintenance of machines, tools, and workstations
• Complies with all quality policies, specifications, regulations, and instructions
• Load and unload delivery trucks
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Basic ability to work with shop tools correctly. (Sockets, wrenches, pliers, etc.)
• Basic knowledge of shop mechanics, mathematics, and measurement
• Familiarity and ability to identify different material types (Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Titanium, etc.)

• Demonstrates motivation and accountability to achieve individual and department goals
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with team members
• Possesses initiative and personal accountability to meet work demands and work effectively under pressure with limited supervision
• Grasps basic concepts, anticipate possible problems and generate solutions with basic problem-solving skills
• Exercises sound judgment in ambiguous situations when time is critical
• Ability to respond and adapt quickly to changing circumstances and facility needs
• Possesses an attention to detail and commitment to effectively produce quality work
• Demonstrates teamwork by sharing knowledge and helping where needed

• High School diploma or GED required
• A minimum of 1 year of manufacturing related work preferred.

• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to use hands and fingers to operate computers, equipment, hand/power tools, etc. and handle and feel parts of various size
• Ability to bend, kneel and crouch occasionally throughout a shift
• Ability to push, pull or lift 50 lbs. moderately throughout a workday, occasionally 50+lbs with a team lift
• Ability to focus vision for: close vision, color vision, depth perception and adjusting to sharp focus
• Fast-paced environment
• Noise conditions can be moderate to extreme. Hearing protection will be provided if needed and/or by request
• Exposure to fumes and/or airborne particles
• Moving mechanical parts and vibrations
• Exposure to hot metal and machining components
• Exposure to various types of coolants and oils

• 1st Shift Work Schedule: 5 – 8-hour shifts
• Overtime as necessary
• Flexible scheduling in agreement with supervisor

• Health, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance
• Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
• 9 paid Holidays annually
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) match: 100% of 3% and 50% for 4% and 5%
• Education reimbursement program
• Career advancement opportunities
• Flexible Schedule
• Competitive pay scale
• Paid time off (PTO) starting at 80 hours with annual increase for each year of service

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