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Shop Assistant Finishing (Level 1)

Prototek
paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, California, Rancho Cordova
11341 Sunrise Park Drive (Show on map)
Jan 18, 2025
Shifts Available: 1st & 2nd \| 5 - 8-hour shifts Wage Scale: $20.00 - $24.00 About Prototek Prototek is a leading national provider of digital based manufacturing services including CNC machining, precision sheet metal fabrication, EDM, and additive manufacturing services. Prototek serves a variety of customer end markets, including aerospace, defense, medical, robotics, electronics, consumer, and general industrial. Prototek has manufacturing locations across the United States including facilities in New Hampshire, Wisconsin, California, Colorado, and Pennsylvania. Prototek is ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D:2016 certified as well as ITAR Registered. For more information, visit www.prototek.com. Job Summary: The role of the Shop Assistant will be to assist the Waterjet Manager and Waterjet Operators with day-to-day tasks while learning the basics of manufacturing including how to operate machinery. Prepping equipment and workstations, assisting with shipping, and receiving, cleaning workstations, unloading scrap bins and other tasks as assigned. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Clean and maintain equipment as directed Drive shop truck as needed Operate equipment such as the horizontal saw, cut off saw, disc grinder Provides general assistance around the shop, including administrative and technical tasks Performs daily and regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on waterjet machines and equipment Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment Assist with cleaning and preventative maintenance of machines, tools, and workstations Complies with all quality policies, specifications, regulations, and instructions Load and unload delivery trucks Perform other duties as assigned TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES: Basic ability to work with shop tools correctly. (Sockets, wrenches, pliers, etc.) Basic knowledge of shop mechanics, mathematics, and measurement Familiarity and ability to identify different material types (Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Titanium, etc.) BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES: Demonstrates motivation and accountability to achieve individual and department goals Excellent written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with team members Possesses initiative and personal accountability to meet work demands and work effectively under pressure with limited supervision Grasps basic concepts, anticipate possible problems and generate solutions with basic problem-solving skills Exercises sound judgment in ambiguous situations when time is critical Ability to respond and adapt quickly to changing circumstances and facility needs Possesses an attention to detail and commitment to effectively produce quality work Demonstrates teamwork by sharing knowledge and helping where needed EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: High School diploma or GED required A minimum of 1 year of manufacturing related work preferred. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time Ability to use hands and fingers to operate computers, equipment, hand/power tools, etc. and handle and feel parts of various size Ability to bend, kneel and crouch occasionally throughout a shift Ability to push, pull or lift 50 lbs. moderately throughout a workday, occasionally 50+lbs with a team lift Ability to focus vision for: close vision, color vision, depth perception and adjusting to sharp focus WORK ENVIRONMENT: Fast-paced environment Noise conditions can be moderate to extreme. Hearing protection will be provided if needed and/or by request Exposure to fumes and/or airborne particles Moving mechanical parts and vibrations Exposure to hot metal and machining components Exposure to various types of coolants and oils WORK HOURS: 1st Shift Work Schedule: 5 - 8-hour shifts Overtime as necessary Flexible scheduling in agreement with supervisor TRAVEL:N/A WHAT PROTOTEK OFFERS: Career advancement opportunities Flexible Schedule Competitive pay scale Paid time off (PTO) starting at 80 hours with annual increase for each year of service 9 paid Holidays annually Education reimbursement program Health, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance Company paid life and long-term disability insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401(k) match: 100% of 3% and 50% for 4% and 5% WORK AUTHORIZATION: This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. EEO is The Law - click here for more information: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact 603-746-2001 or email us: HR@PROTOTEK.COM. You may also write to us and we will be happy to assist you with the application: Prototek, 205 Pine St., Hopkinton, NH 03229