Production Technician II

Worker Type Contractor Job  Description Summary The  primary responsibility of the Production Technician II will be to test/assemble Small Unmanned Arial System products in our manufacturing facility following released engineering drawings and assembly instructions using our work order system.

Position Responsibilities Primary duty is the mechanical assembly of subassemblies using small hand and/or power tools. Some soldering may be required

Final assembly of ground control equipment and air vehicles

Testing and troubleshooting of subassemblies and final assemblies

Works with other Production Technicians and Engineering to correct and improve upon any documents related to the assembly process at the required high quality standard

Works with manufacturing engineers to improve assembly efficiency, improve product quality, reduce manufacturing costs and validate released assembly/ fabrication documentation

Responsible for ensuring that work order protocols are followed and that work order paperwork is completed as the work is performed

May also train other technicians to build a product or follow an established assembly process

May conduct in-process quality checks to ensure that items built are to established high quality standards

Follows established procedures on routine work and may require instruction on new assignments

Maintains a clean and safe work environment.

Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
High School diploma or GED equivalent is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Minimum of 1 – 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment in either electronics or electro-mechanical assembly and test or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Experience with hand tools, including crimpers, drills, taps, torque wrenches, power tools and air tools is required.

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies Vocational training in Electronics or Solder Certification Versed in Lean Manufacturing methodologies.

Familiarity with Safety and ESD practices

Work with engineering on new product development efforts where documentation and assembly instructions are not yet finalized.

Ability to read blueprints and schematics.

Ability to solder as part of assembly function and duties.

Must have good manual dexterity and basic computer operation skills.

Must have strong oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively with employees in the Company.

Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and attention to detail with ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

Applies acquired job skills, company policies and procedures to complete assigned tasks under minimal supervision.

Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties.

Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives

Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products

Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company

Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Physical Demands Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

Ability to frequently use hand tools (e.g. clamps) using light, minimal force

Regularly required to sit for long periods and occasionally stand for short periods

Frequently lift and/or carry objects of small size between 2lbs and 5lbsFrequently required to use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and balance

Occasionally required to walk Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or…