Job Title: Production Technician – Material Handling
Contract Duration: 9 months with the possibility for extension
Location: North Reading, Massachusetts
Schedule: 3 PM – 11 PM (An alternative 1st shift schedule (6:15 AM – 2:45 PM) is also available for this role, and candidates are welcome to apply for both shifts.)
Pay Rate: $20 per hour
Job Overview
We are seeking a Manufacturing Associate to support the production of complex electro-mechanical equipment. This position may involve hands-on assembly of robotic components, warehouse material handling, or a combination of both based on business needs. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-conscious, self-motivated, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Key Responsibilities
Electro-Mechanical Assembly
- Review assembly instructions, blueprint specifications, and parts lists to prepare for production work.
- Gather the required parts, subassemblies, tools, and materials.
- Perform assembly, repair, and rework activities as needed.
- Use power tools and related equipment in a mechanical manufacturing environment.
Material Handling & Inventory Support
- Move, stage, and deliver materials and components to production workstations.
- Safely operate pallet jacks, carts, and other material-handling equipment.
- Assist with kitting, labeling, and organizing production parts.
- Maintain inventory accuracy through proper documentation and scanning.
- Monitor supply levels, anticipate material needs, place or expedite orders, and verify receipt of supplies.
Production & Quality
- Follow written work instructions and enter data accurately into production systems.
- Perform quality inspections with an understanding of critical-to-quality requirements.
- Complete required production and quality forms and system entries.
- Interpret manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, part drawings, blueprints, and traveler paperwork.
- Follow established manufacturing procedures and general workplace safety practices.
Team Collaboration
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Collaborate with team members to meet daily production goals.
- Work independently with strong accountability, initiative, and attention to detail.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to stand for seven or more hours per shift.
- Ability to lift at least 30 pounds.
- Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions in English.
- Ability to use a handheld scanner.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to use computers and manufacturing software and perform accurate data entry.
- Willingness to perform repetitive tasks while sitting or standing for extended periods.
- Ability to work effectively in a team or group setting.
- Ability to work in a mechanical environment using power tools and related equipment.
- Availability to work all scheduled shift days, including occasional overtime.
Preferred Qualifications
- At least one year of manufacturing experience.
- Experience with ERP, MES, or inventory management systems.
- Ability to interpret work instructions, part drawings, blueprints, and traveler paperwork.
- Familiarity with safe material-handling practices, including lifting, staging, cart usage, and PPE.
- Experience with accurate labeling, inventory documentation, and production scanning.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for seven or more hours per shift.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 30 pounds.
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks while sitting or standing for extended periods.
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