Manufacturing Associate

Who We Are

With more than 75 years of expertise, WIKA Instrument, LP is the industry pioneer in the measurement of pressure, temperature, level, force, flow, and calibration technology. Since its founding in 1946, WIKA has grown into a family-run, privately held industry leader with eight domestic locations in addition to production facilities all over the world. WIKA provides a fantastic working environment, exceptional benefits, and professional advancement.

Would you like the opportunity to take ownership of your career development through a variety of cross-training opportunities? As a WIKA Manufacturing employee, you will be an essential part of core manufacturing operations, ensuring that a quality product is produced. We have an immediate need for a Production Technician on 1st shift at our Lawrenceville, Ga facility. We offer a speedy interview and orientation process for this role.

You’re excited about this opportunity because WIKA offers….

• Competitive salary
• Clean Climate-controlled facility
• Excellent Medical Benefits
• Wellness Programs
• Generous 401k
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• PTO & Paid Holidays

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF JOB:

• Assist in the completion of Work Orders to ensure production will not be interrupted
• Complete daily work lists as assigned by supervision.
• Develop a thorough understanding of the equipment, the process, and the interdependence of sections of the plant.
• Sets up the machine parameters to make prepare for production
• Use information provided on work order to set solder machine to ensure proper specifications of the pressure system.
• Ensure station tooling is secure and adjusted properly so finished product meet WIKA standards.
• Observes machine operation to verify accuracy of machine settings and to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining or assembly,
• Adjusts machine to control part process and maintain safe operation.
• Inspects “first part” and work pieces throughout the production run for out of tolerance machining or assembly.
• Fine-tunes machine settings for optimum performance.
• Cleans and maintains machine, tooling and parts to maintain equipment in optimal production condition.
• Exercises special care to ensure the machine is running correctly to prevent costly scrap or rework
• Performs changeovers throughout shift based on production schedule.
• Performs basic maintenance, repairs and troubleshoots issues.
• Assists mechanics and machinists in repair work.
• Trained in calibration and soldering processes for a full understanding of their impact on machine function is required.
• Complete and maintain daily logs and required production paperwork.
• Provides on-the-job training to new employees.
• Performs ancillary duties as needed.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• H.S. diploma or GED, 2 years trade school preferred.
• 2-5 years of experience in manufacturing or production, preferred
• General maintenance of industrial equipment
• industrial mechanical maintenance
• Machinist and or Mechanic experience
• Manual dexterity required for operating machinery and computers.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to handle material up to 50 lbs. with the assistance of hand trucks, lifts, conveyors and hoists.
• Must be able to stand for long periods up to eight or more hours at a time.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision and the ability to distinguish between subsets of individual colors and quality of colors.
• Must be able to work overtime if required. (including weekends)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $19.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20