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3 weeks of Paid Time Off!
10 paid holidays!
Benefits starting as of first day of employment, no waiting period!
401k with a great company match!
First shift: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm
Overtime availability required as needed (10hr shifts and/or Saturday 6:00am-2:30pm shift)
The hourly rate for this position ranges from $16.50 to $17.50. This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications, operational needs and other considerations permitted by law.
Job Summary:
Ultralife is seeking highly motivated individuals to support the fast-paced production process throughout various stages while ensuring quality standards are met or exceeded for our government and defense and commercial customers; such as the medical device metering, and energy storage markets across the globe.
Essential Functions*:
Read, understand, and follow drawings and/or job instructions to complete tasks. Ensure that products manufactured meet requirements specified in their controlling documents (work orders, PWI’s, procedures, forms, etc.) and ensure that only controlled copies are used for production-related functions.
Adhere to all environmental, health, and safety requirements as detailed in the process work instructions (PWIs).
Production tasks may include;
Welding (resistance, TIG)
Soldering
Loading/unloading, operating, and monitoring machines, making any necessary adjustments to product and/or machine to ensure high quality standards.
Setup and change out tooling.
Testing as required by operation (ex. SPC/MES, pass/fail, etc.)
Performing wire prep
Recording and maintaining neat, legible, complete, and accurate production records
Performing manual assembly operations (ex. gluing, shrink wrapping, cell placement)
Packaging of product
Label making
Running a slitter
Performing tab cutting operations
Quality checks, both visual and using measurement tools (gauges)
Computer skills/SPC computer work and accurate logging of information into a computer system
Cleaning tools, machines, and work area. Properly disposing of any hazardous waste in accordance with EHS procedures.
Multi-task between different job responsibilities.
Ability to remain focused on repetitive tasks with strong attention to detail.
Use critical thinking, judgment, and decision making to perform specific job task ensuring safety and quality standards are met or exceeded.
Communicate to Line Leader, Engineer, or Manager/Supervisor any issues that may affect product quality or safety concerns.
If working in an ESD Protected Area (EPA), conform to all ESD control requirements at all times.
Ensure that calibrated/validated equipment is used for all measurements. If damaged or overdue, reporting that to the Line Leader or Supervisor.
Ensure that non-conforming product and/or equipment discovered during manufacturing operations is tagged and segregated.
Ensure that the individual training record is kept up to date in the Training Management System.
Other duties as assigned.
Education / Training / Skills / Experience:
HS Diploma or GED preferred.
Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing setting preferred.
Soldering experience preferred, IPC Soldering Certification a plus.
High level of initiative and strong work ethic.
Experience in reading, understanding, and following job instructions to complete tasks.
Ability to remain focused on repetitive tasks with strong attention to detail.
Ability to work within tight tolerances.
Basic math skills (counting, adding, and subtracting).
Prior experience in the following areas is strongly preferred:
Welding
Use of measuring equipment (ex. scales and calipers)
Computer-based testing
Understanding of percentages and ability to read and convert measurements
Convert units of measurement (kilograms to pounds, inches to millimeters, etc.) preferred.
Ability to operate a fork truck or powered walkie preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Occasional = 1% - 33%, Frequent = 34% - 66%, Continuous = 67% - 100%
Continuous sitting or standing/walking for majority of the workday, depending on operation.
Frequent use of hand coordination.
Occasional to frequent use of arms to reach.
Ability to bend (during Cathode or Packaging duties) and twist (during Cathode duties) frequently.
Some operations require the frequent use of a foot pedal.
Ability to grip at least 15-25lbs of pressure.
Ability to lift and carry up to 35lbs.
Ability to pinch at least 5lbs of pressure.
Ability to push and pull up to 40lbs occasionally.
Ability to work within Cathode department; dust/air quality and/or subject to elevated temperature environment.
Ability to work within Dry Room; exposure to changes in temperature and humidity
*Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position described above and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.
Ultralife Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at 315- 332-7100