Position: Production Tech 1

Classification: Full time, Hourly, Benefits Eligible

Summary: Assembles metal, non-metal, and electrical parts necessary to build various water evaporation equipment, partially or completely, working at bench or on shop floor. Test, install and maintain evaporation equipment as well as all ancillary equipment. Some travel required, possibly with short notice. Must have a clean motor vehicle record.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Positions parts according to knowledge of unit being assembled or following blueprints. Fastens parts together with bolts, screws, speed clips, or other fasteners. Prepare products for shipment including international shipments. Operates forklift, telehandler, drill presses, welder, riveting machines, and hand tools to assist in assembly operation.

Pickup/Deliver parts at local vendors. Collaborate with Engineering to ensure quality control and assist with R&D.

Competency:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views. Provides and receives feedback. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. .

• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in both positive and negative situations; listens, obtains clarification and responds well to questions. Knowledge of Spanish speaking a plus.

• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Able to read and interpret written information. Able to decipher technical information.

• Quality Management - Demonstrated accuracy and thoroughness. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Applies feedback to improve performance. Monitors own work to ensure quality. Ethics - Treats people with respect. Keeps commitments. Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

• Quantity - Meets productivity standards. Completes work in the allotted time stated on the work orders. Strives to find ways to complete work faster than the work order durations, while maintaining quality.

• Safety and Security - Observes all safety procedures and requirements. Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines. Reports potentially unsafe conditions. Demonstrate safe uses of materials and equipment.

• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks. Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities. Asks for and offers help when needed.

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management instruction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments. Commits necessary hours of work to achieve goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternative plan.

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work on and on time, Is punctual to meetings and appointments, respecting the value of their and other's time.

• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently and effectively. Plans for delays of work timelines and communicates the delays to the appropriate group to bring the work back on schedule.

• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Mechanical / Fabrication – Ability to independently build basic assemblies from company generated drawings that conform to the quality requirements. Can safely use all hand and machine tools

• Electrical - Demonstrate a basic understanding of electrical components, circuitry, and systems. Must understand and comply with all electrical safety requirements. Ability to learn and demonstrate proficiency of basic wiring and testing using a multimeter. Demonstrate an understanding of electrical drawings and schematics.

• Work Scheduling / Performance / Management / Training - Helps identify areas of excellence and opportunities in self.

• Safety - Understands and follows all safety rules. Can successfully pass all safety training requirements. Reports items that are safety concerns.

Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform t