ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist and work under the guidance of Maintenance Mechanics or the supervisor in the installation, maintenance and repair of all types of machines, equipment and plant facilities.  Personally perform preventive maintenance, electrical, minor maintenance and repair work.
• Reviews blueprints and performs ordinary carpentry, plumbing, building and grounds repair and maintenance as needed.
• Load and unload machines and equipment and set in place as directed, haul materials for mechanics utilizing lift trucks, hoists and other available materials handling equipment.  Assist in relocating current machines and equipment.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and servicing tasks such as oiling, greasing, inspecting equipment and making simple adjustments.
• Use hand tools and ordinary shop equipment such as the drill press, power saw, and pipe-threading machine.
• Maintains all reporting documents in relation to preventive maintenance, scrap, quality and work related downtime.
• Perform basic soldering skills to construct cables and wiring harnesses. Soldering skills will be required to make component level PC board repairs as instructed by supervisor.
• Fabricate and wire system control enclosures according to print and as directed by supervisor.

·       Perform other related duties as directed by supervisor.

·       Perform routine maintenance and report any repair needed in timely manner.

·       Ability to follow verbal and written instructions with minimal supervision.

·       Comply with all company rules, safety policies and procedures.

·       Ability to continually prioritize tasks to be completed as required.

·       Self-starter and multi-task oriented. Able to work independently, as-well-as with others, as needed.

·       Work effectively to identify and resolve problems or issues.

·       Other duties as assigned.

·       NOTES

o This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, at any time, with or without notice.

o Any employee who does not understand any portion of the job description for this position is expected to bring that fact to his/her supervisor or manager’s attention so they can provide further work performance or safety instructions, as needed. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job requires no supervisory responsibilities.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High School diploma or general education degree (GED) is required; or combination of high school and/or technical/trade school attendance specializing in the field of maintenance with emphasis on mechanical, welding and electrical disciplines. Ability to read/ comprehend blueprints and follow instructions.  Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.  Must be able to work in a team environment and participate, contribute and support all team. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other associates of the organization.  Also, must be able to follow instructions, read and prepare short correspondence, and memos.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.  Ability to compute rate, ratio, percent, and perform trigonometric and geometric calculations.

REASONING ABILITY

Must be able to work in a team environment and participate, contribute and support all team activities. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.  Efficient in problem solving; ability to address obstacles and adapt accordingly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand.  The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand for the entire shift. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. Proper lifting techniques required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving machining equipment, moving mechanical parts, dirt, oil, grease, metal shavings, and fumes or airborne particles.  The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme heat.  In general, the noise level in the work environment is sometimes loud with exposures ranging from 80db to more than 100 db, at certain times. 

Specified safety equipment shall be used at all times while operating equipment and, as mandated, while performing tasks within this position. PPE is to be used as mandated for employee safety.

·         Setup and operate multiple pieces of equipment including.

·         Perform daily PM’s and safety inspections.

·         Use of multiple hand tools and measuring devices such as; files, de-burring tools, pneumatic tools, wrenches, levels, tape measure, pie tape, micrometers, calipers, hammer and punches.

·         Read and interpret drawings and blueprints and produce quality part according.

·         Follow directives of supervision and group leaders to assure on time delivery and customer satisfaction.

·         Comply with safety and housekeeping rules.

·         Organize and maintain shop order's locations.

·         Adhere to 1st and 5th piece quality inspections.

·         Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Ability to use multiple measuring devices such as tape measures, pie tapes, calipers, micrometers and levels to produce a quality product within the tolerances of the manufacturing drawing. Capable of reading drawings and blueprints. Proficient in machine setups and breakdowns including adjustments, die selection, and tool use. Knowledge in machining processes such as straightening, sanding, expanding and beveling. Must be efficient in problem solving and the ability to address obstacles and adapt accordingly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand for the entire shift.  The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. Proper lifting techniques required.

 WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving machining equipment, moving mechanical parts, dirt, oil, grease, metal shavings, and fumes or airborne particles.  The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme heat and there is always the risk of electrical shock.  The noise level in the work environment is sometimes loud with exposures ranging from 80db to more than 100 db at certain times.  Specified safety equipment shall be used at all times while operating equipment or performing tasks within this position.

Key Responsibilities

Controls & Automation

·       Program, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC-controlled systems.

·       Diagnose and repair electrical control systems and automation equipment.

·       Develop, modify, and interpret electrical control schematics.

·       Support industrial automation projects and equipment upgrades.

·       Assist with CNC equipment operation and G-Code/M-Code programming.

Equipment Reliability & Maintenance

·       Maintain, repair, and improve manufacturing machinery and production equipment.

·       Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for equipment failures.

·       Support preventative and predictive maintenance programs.

·       Conduct machinery renovations and modernization projects.

·       Troubleshoot both electrical and mechanical systems to minimize downtime.

Process Improvement & Engineering Support

·       Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing efficiency, reliability, and productivity.

·       Recommend equipment modifications, repairs, or replacements based on performance analysis.

·       Support new product introductions and manufacturing implementations.

·       Evaluate equipment and products for potential failure risks and recommend solutions.

·       Participate in continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.

Technical Support & Collaboration

·       Interpret electrical blueprints, mechanical drawings, schematics, and engineering documentation.

·       Work closely with cross-functional teams to solve technical challenges and improve processes.

·       Collaborate with vendors, contractors, and manufacturing partners as needed.

·       Maintain effective working relationships with union personnel and internal departments.

·       Provide technical guidance and support to manufacturing and maintenance teams.

Safety & Compliance

·       Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

·       Ensure compliance with all company policies, safety standards, and GMP requirements.

·       Support departmental goals aligned with organizational objectives.

·       Follow all applicable procedures, regulations, and best practices.

Travel Requirements

·       Travel is required up to 25% and may include visits to other company facilities, suppliers, customers, or training events as business needs require.

Required Qualifications

·       Associate degree or technical degree (2-4 years) in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, Automation, Industrial Technology, or a related field.

·       Minimum of five (5) years of Controls Engineering, Industrial Automation, or related experience.

·       Experience with PLC programming, troubleshooting, and industrial control systems.

·       Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered.

Reasoning Ability

·       Perform movements such as climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.

·       Must be able to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds as needed.

·       Requires close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

·       Must be able to stand for the duration of the entire shift.

·       Frequent use of hands to finger, handle, and feel.

Physical Demands

·       Ability to apply common sense understanding when carrying out instructions provided in written, oral, or diagram form.

·       Ability to create, read, and accurately interpret documents.

·       Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to manage situations involving multiple variables in various contexts.

Safety Responsibilities

·       Comply with all company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements at all times.

·       Promote and maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

·       Immediately report all injuries, incidents, near misses, and property damage to supervision.

·       Identify workplace hazards and take appropriate action to eliminate or reduce risks.

Important

·       Any employee who does not understand any portion of the job description for this position needs to bring that fact to their manager’s attention so they can provide further work performance or safety instructions, as needed. 

·       This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities which are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, at any time, with or without notice. 

This position will be required to perform various manual and clerical duties in the Flagpole Production Department which include but not limited to the following: Building/Fabricating all the various types of flagpoles and Aluminum shafts according to customer demand. Building parts/product from components that need to be assembled such as Brackets, Eagles and specialty products. Ability to use computer systems to maintain and track PWOs. Ability to comprehend mechanical drawings such as CAD or engineering drawings. This Position will require the applicant to weld products in accordance with the wage/learning progression outlined by the supervisor. Employees must follow and master each of the steps outlined in the progression form. This position will also be required to put items away, move pallets and organize stock.      

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must have the ability to communicate with peers, Supervisor/Managers.

• Read and Interpret blueprints and working shop drawings.

• Visually inspect welds to determine compliance with standards.

• Must be proficient with and have a good understanding of product composition.

• Must be able to interpret bills of materials and job orders, proficient with part numbers and part descriptions to aid problem solving and inventory control.

• Must have the ability to operate in a safe manner using material handling equipment such as a forklift or pallet jack. 

• Use raw materials from various sources including vendors, intercompany transfers, and warehouses to build/fabricate finished goods.  

• Check count of on hand/workstation materials against appropriate records.  Make entries on the operating system as required. Forward necessary paperwork to departments or individuals concerned such as shop supervisor.  Move materials to different areas with the aid of forklift or pallet jack.  

• Participate in inventory and cycle count processes. 

• Prepare product for shipment. Assist in maintaining records on all items taken from stock and used in the production process.  Move finished goods to the shipping area, check count against shipping documents.  Move component parts and materials to various production work centers.

• Keep supervisor informed of any discrepancies on workstation materials or shipments as instructed.

• Perform other related duties as directed by supervisor outside the production department and adhere to company safety and housekeeping policy and work rules.

• Ability to navigate computer systems for timekeeping purposes. 

• Ability to navigate CSI computer system to track jobs and clock job work.

• Ability to completely build all poles and products outlined in progression form including but not limited to: Internal Halyard Flagpoles, External Flagpoles, Welding hand holes, operating the buggo machine, 

• Ability to assess the necessary inventory to be procured based upon cycle counts.

• Ability to complete tasks within the times given with minimal supervision. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

IMPORTANT: 

o Any employee who does not understand any portion of the job description for this position needs to bring that fact to their manager’s attention so they can provide further work performance or safety instructions, as needed.

o Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, at any time, with or without notice.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or recognized equivalent.  Excellent driving record.

Ability to communicate with peers, vendors, customers, purchasing and production control. Proficient with and have a good understanding of data entry and inventory control systems and procedures with the ability to interpret bills of materials, part numbers and part descriptions to aid problem solving and inventory control. Must have the ability to operate in a safe manner the material handling equipment such as a forklift, crane, yard tractor, etc.  

LANGUAGE SKILLS

The employee in this position must possess the ability to communicate effectively one-on-one or in group situations with customers, suppliers, contractors, executive staff members and co-workers; utilizing methods to include, but not limited to verbal/written presentations or conversations plus telephone and email communications.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.  Ability to compute rate, ratio, percent, and perform trigonometric and geometric calculations. 

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.  Must be able to work in a team environment and participate, contribute and support all team activities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand.  The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand for the entire shift. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. Proper lifting techniques required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving machining equipment, moving mechanical parts, dirt, oil, grease, metal shavings, and fumes or airborne particles.  The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme heat.  In general, the noise level in the work environment is sometimes loud with exposures ranging from 80db to more than 100db, at certain times.  

Specified safety equipment should be always used while operating equipment and, as mandated, while performing tasks within this position. Mandatory safety protection (PPE) and caution will be required while in the plant

Key Responsibilities

Quality Management

• Formulate and maintain quality control objectives.

• Manage and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS).

• Ensure compliance with quality standards and product specifications.

• Maintain ISO 9001 and AISC certifications through audit preparation and execution.

• Manage third-party inspections, testing, and audits.

• Review test and measurement results to verify product quality.

Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement

• Manage day-to-day quality assurance activities for the production facility.

• Investigate field complaints and identify root causes.

• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

• Oversee corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Analyze field complaints, credits, and RMA data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.

• Drive process improvements to reduce defects and customer complaints.

• Review, analyze, and trend Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs); identify root causes; and develop, implement, and monitor corrective action plans to prevent recurrence and drive continuous process improvement.

Supplier Quality Management

• Partner with Procurement to ensure supplier quality.

• Utilize receiving inspections, PPAP processes, and supplier surveillance visits.

• Monitor and evaluate vendor performance and compliance.

Documentation & Compliance

• Develop and maintain quality procedures and work instructions.

• Support other departments in developing procedures and instructions.

• Maintain quality records, reports, and documentation.

• Ensure compliance with internal quality requirements and external standards.

• Lead facility audits and maintain audit readiness.

Welding Quality & Technical Support

• Design and manage welding procedures.

• Oversee welding qualification testing processes.

• Provide technical quality expertise across the organization.

• Review and evaluate welding-related quality requirements.

Training & Employee Support

• Provide quality assurance training to employees.

• Support departments with quality-related guidance and process implementation.

• Promote quality awareness and best practices throughout the organization.

Leadership & Team Management

• Supervise and support quality personnel.

• Delegate assignments to qualified team members.

• Lead cross-functional problem-solving activities.

• Foster teamwork to achieve company goals and resolve quality issues.

Communication & Collaboration

• Communicate effectively with customers, suppliers, industry groups, and employees.

• Conduct presentations, meetings, and quality-related discussions.

• Collaborate with internal departments to achieve quality objectives.

Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

• Lead analytical problem-solving initiatives to successful conclusions.

• Analyze quality data and trends to support decision-making.

• Investigate complex quality issues involving multiple variables.

• Apply logical reasoning and sound judgment in problem resolution.

Travel Requirements

• Travel is required up to 30% and may include visits to other company facilities, projects, training events and cross-functional collaboration.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical, scientific, statistical, engineering, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Minimum of 5 years of directly related quality management or quality assurance experience.

• Experience with QMS, ISO standards, auditing, and manufacturing quality systems.

• Strong technical writing, training, and computer skills.

• Ability to multitask and prioritize competing responsibilities.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to apply common-sense understanding when carrying out instructions provided in written, oral, or diagram form.

• Ability to create, read, and accurately interpret documents.

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage situations involving multiple variables and changing priorities.

• Ability to analyze data and translate findings into actionable process improvements. 

Physical Demands

• Perform movements such as climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.

• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

• Requires close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods while supporting manufacturing operations.

• Frequent use of hands to finger, handle, and feel. 

Work Environment

• The position is primarily office-based with regular involvement in the manufacturing plant. Required personal protective equipment (PPE) and all plant safety procedures must be followed while in production areas. 

Important

• Any employee who does not understand any portion of the job description for this position needs to bring that fact to their manager’s attention so they can provide further work performance or safety instructions, as needed.

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities which are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, at any time, with or without notice.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to use multiple measuring devices such as tape measures, pie tapes, calipers, micrometers, and levels to produce a quality product within the tolerance of the manufacturing drawing.

• Read and interpret drawings and blueprints; produce quality parts accordingly.

• Follow directives of supervision and group leaders to assure on time delivery and customer satisfaction.

• Capable of reading drawings and blueprints.

• Proficient in machine setups and breakdowns including adjustments, die selection, and tool use.

• Knowledge in machining processes such as presses, benders, vertical ills, saws, and hand tools.

• Efficient in problem solving; ability to address obstacles and adapt accordingly.

• Basic mathematic and geometry skills:  interpret radius, rise, circumference, pie (3.14), bend lines, angles, and degrees.

• Welding experience preferred.

• Adhere to 1st and 5th piece quality inspections.

• Must follow and observe all safety rules and regulations and maintain a clean and safe work area.

• Ability to multi-task and continually prioritize tasks to be completed throughout the shift.

• Perform other related duties as prescribed by supervision.

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions with minimal supervision.

• Comply with all company rules, safety policies and procedures.

• Ability to continually prioritize tasks to be completed as requires.

• Self-starter and multi-task oriented. Able to work independently, as-well-as with others, as needed.

• Work effectively to identify and resolve problems or issues.

• Other duties as assigned. 

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Experience using multiple hand tools and measuring devices such as  files, de-burring tools, pneumatic tools, wrenches, smart levels, tape measure, pie tape, micrometers, calipers, and levels. Perform daily Safety and Mechanical Power Press Inspection Record. Comply with safety and housekeeping rules.