Production Technician

Job Details: Job Location: San Diego Office

• San Diego, CA, Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00Hourly, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Manufacturing, DEPARTMENT: Manufacturing
• Sensors REPORTS TO: Manufacturing Manager STATUS: Non-Exempt LOCATION: San Diego, CA (Sorrento Valley) 92121 JOB SUMMARY: The Production Technician's responsibilities include assembling, testing, calibrating, inspecting, and packaging temperature sensors. Operating various machinery and equipment, interpreting work orders, and ensuring product quality are essential aspects of this role. This position contributes to the delivery of high-quality products to both internal and external stakeholders.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Operating Machinery/Equipment: Operate various machinery and equipment, including a cutoff saw, sanding belts, buffing wheels, crimping machine, wire strippers, sand blaster, soldering iron, TIG welder, and measurement equipment (e.g., ruler, calipers, multimeter). Manual Fabrication & Assembly: Fabricate and assemble parts in accordance with 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. Read and understand blueprints. Specific duties will vary on a daily basis.Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 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. TIG welding skills and experience.

PREFERRED SKILLS

Mechanical inclination, such as working on cars, building models, or having experience in final assembly. Soldering skills. Experience with calipers and multimeters. 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.