Shop Technician

Job Description Summary:

Support production operations and assist in maintaining and clean, safe, and organized workspace.

Job Description:

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Safely support or operate assigned production machinery, equipment, controls, and material handling systems within completed training and qualification.
• Assist with material staging, loading, unloading, work-in-process movement, production flow, cleanup, waste removal, and 5S activities.
• Follow production schedules, operator instructions, safety procedures, quality requirements, and supervisor or lead direction.
• Perform routine visual inspections, dimensional checks, material verification, and production quality checks as trained.
• Assist with machine startups, shutdowns, changeovers, setup, calibration checks, and production run preparation.
• Support routine equipment and facility maintenance, including cleaning, lubrication, inspections, filter changes, minor adjustments, basic repairs, and component replacement assistance as trained and authorized.
• Assist Maintenance personnel with preventative maintenance, equipment inspections, troubleshooting, parts handling, work-area preparation, and return-to-service activities within assigned training and authorization.
• Perform minor facility modifications and construction-related activities such as installing guards, barriers, shelving, signage, workstations, supports, and other non-structural improvements using hand and power tools as trained and authorized.
• Support facility upkeep, including minor patching, painting, assembly, installation, repair, and general plant improvement work that does not require a licensed trade.
• Identify and report unsafe conditions, equipment abnormalities, facility damage, leaks, guarding concerns, or repair needs.
• Accurately record production output, material usage, downtime, inspection activity, maintenance support, and completed work as required.
• Maintain the stockroom in a clean, organized, and secure condition, including proper labeling, storage, and location control for parts, tools, consumables, and supplies. 
• Receive, stock, issue, and return inventory items; count inventory and support cycle counts, physical inventory, and reconciliation of stock discrepancies. 
• Monitor stock levels and communicate low inventory, damaged items, missing parts, or replenishment needs to the appropriate team members. 
• Maintain accurate stockroom and inventory records, including item quantities, storage locations, receipts, issues, and returns. 
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Facilities, Quality, Safety, and Supervision to support equipment readiness and plant priorities.
• Develop proficiency across utility functions and at least one primary work center; participate in cross-training as assigned.
• Operate forklifts, cranes, hoists, aerial lifts, or other equipment only after required training and qualification.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Able to perform manual operations requiring adept dexterity
• Familiarity with operation of power tools, forklift and overhead crane
• Able to meet physical demands of the job: standing for extended periods, lifting loads up to 50 pounds, squat, bend or kneel while wearing a tool belt
• Comfortable working in a variety of weather conditions
• Adhere to all OSHA and Swinerton safety practices and procedures

Preferred

• Experience in manufacturing, maintenance, facilities, construction, carpentry, mechanical work, equipment operation, or wood products.
• Technical training or certifications related to maintenance, construction, forklift, crane, aerial lift, first aid, or industrial safety.
• Experience supporting preventative maintenance, facility improvements, equipment installation, or production startup activities.