Pressure Gauge Technician

Job Details

Job Location:

Houston Office
- Houston, TX 77086, Position Type:
Full Time, Education Level: High School, Job Shift: Day, Job Category:
Manufacturing

Manufacturing
- Pressure

Manufacturing Manager

Non-Exempt

Houston, TX 77086

The Pressure Gauge Technician is responsible for assembly, testing, calibration, inspection, and packaging of pressure gauges and pressure gauge assemblies.

Operating Machinery/Equipment:

• Operate a range of machinery and equipment, including a cutoff saw, sanding belts, drill press, buffing wheels, crimping machine, electric screwdriver, case filling station, and pressure calibration station.

Manual Fabrication & Assembly:

• Manual assembly of parts per procedures and work instructions

Parts Management:

• Identify and pull parts as required.
• Interpret complex work orders to determine assembly requirements.

Quality Control & Documentation:

• Conduct quality assessments with minimal training, ensuring product acceptability through process inspection sheets and workstation measuring and test equipment.
• Recognize and document quality issues and defects.
• Effectively communicate issues to co-workers and supervisors for potential process improvement.
• Accurately indicate acceptable products on work orders as per established procedures.

Specific duties will vary on a daily basis.

• Proficiency in the English language (speaking, writing, and reading).
• Computer literacy (e.g., MS Word, Excel, internet) with a willingness to learn new programs.
• Reliable transportation to and from work (40-hour work week).
• Ability to stand for up to 8 hours.
• Strong manual dexterity and good eyesight (for reading blueprints).
• Ability to follow written instructions.
• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Strong work ethic, emphasizing efficiency on repetitive tasks and tackling technical problems.

• Mechanical inclination, such as working on cars, building models, or having experience in final assembly.
• Welding experience.
• Ability to thrive in an environment with shifting priorities and prioritize work without direct supervision.
• Previous experience in a factory/production environment.
• Problem-solving abilities.