Production Associate

Are you looking to join a stable well-established company where your skills will be valued and your contributions recognized SMT Inc. a leading sheet metal fabricator since 1969 has recently opened a second location in Washington NC and were looking for dedicated and detail-oriented individuals to join our production team.

We take pride in offering a supportive and dynamic work environment backed by a strong management team and decades of industry expertise. This first-shift position runs from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM Monday through Friday providing a consistent schedule that allows for work-life balance.

At SMT Inc. were committed to the well-being of our team members. Thats why we offer competitive pay and an excellent benefits package designed to support you and your family. If youre ready to build your career with a company that values quality innovation and teamwork wed love to hear from you!

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities

Works in conjunction with Department Supervisor or Lead personnel to assemble and package kits sub-assemblies and final assemblies related to assembled product. Requires general understanding of blueprints as well as correct utilization of equipment such as rivet guns ratchets screwdrivers and other related pneumatic tools.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Works with Lead personnel to attain daily production requirements.
2. Pulls and tooling needed to complete the assembly not previously staged by lead personnel or supervisor.
3. Organizes work area to perform required tasks in an efficient and safe manner.
4. Assembles component parts sub-assemblies and final assembles according to customer specifications as defined by SMT inc. workmanship standards.
5. Performs tasks such as visual inspection minor touch up of finish defects and packaging of final product.
6. Packages product in a neat and professional manner which is safe and secure prior to moving product to the shipping area.
7. Notifies Lead personnel of any tooling related issues that could affect safety or efficiency.
8. Maintains work area is a clean and safe condition.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma GED or equivalent. Manufacturing assembly experience and fork lift operation preferred.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read basic blueprints perform mathematical calculations and to follow instructions and procedures. Aptitude to develop an understanding of that which constitutes a Good Product. Ability to handle both pneumatic and mechanical tooling. Ability to use basic quality inspection equipment including calipers and micrometers.

Working Conditions

• Constant exposure to one or more elements typically found in a manufacturing setting such as noise dust heat fumes or dirt which may not be desirable.

Supervision

• None.

Decision-Making / Confidentiality

• Moderate level of independent judgement and decision making within Company policies to resolve operational problems and to determine manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Limited exposure to confidential data such as employee information product design information and work center rates.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities that are or will be assigned to this position. An employee holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as assigned by management. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.