Production Technician

Position Summary

The Production Technician is part of a team 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 the development of work instructions, training and certifying team members, and assisting in special projects.

• 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 the development of work instructions, training and auditing of 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 an established manner.
• All other duties as necessary.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years' work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of computer applications preferred.
• Demonstrated ability for detail oriented 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.

• The noise level in the production environment is usually loud.
• The employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to vibration and risk of electric shock.
• Production environment includes varying temperatures (heat and cold).
• While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• The employee is frequently required to talk or hear and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• The employee is occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Vision requirements include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Faribault, MN

• Hourly Rate: $17.00–$19.00
• Schedule:
  
  1st shift, 6:00am–2:30pm, Monday–Friday

• 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
• Tution Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Wellness Program
• Training and Career Progression

Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tru Vue, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer.