UGSI Chemical Feed, Inc.: Production Technician – Vineland, NJ

Background

UGSI Chemical Feed, Inc. (the “Company”) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of UGSI Solutions, Inc., a global provider of on-site hypochlorite generation equipment, polymer activation systems, chemical feed systems, and potable water mixing and treatment systems serving the water and wastewater treatment industries. UGSI Solutions, Inc., through its various operating subsidiaries, is one of the most dynamic and fastest growing companies in the water infrastructure market.

Production Technician

The role of the Production Technician is to perform functions associated with direct labor manufacturing operations.  This position will mostly work from schedules, shop orders, established procedures, blueprints, specifications, and written and/or verbal instructions.  This role reports directly to the Manufacturing Manager and is based in Vineland, NJ.  The Production Technician will be a reliable, hard-working and motivated self-starter with strong work ethic and dedication to a team environment. Training will be provided for all essential job functions. 

Essential Job Functions

• Assemble products in a safe and timely manner.
• Measure, cut, and glue/thread plastic and metal plumbing.
• Measure, drill and tap holes according to specifications.
• Fasten assemblies together using screws, nuts and bolts.
• Wire complete systems following specific drawings.
• Cross-train in other areas within the manufacturing facility.
• Learn safe operation of more complex equipment and machines.
• Crate & package equipment for shipment.
• Pull parts for orders and production.
• Put away parts that are received. 
• Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to accurately perform shop math.
• Recognize and safely/properly use hand and power tools.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to work evenings and/or weekends as required from time to time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three to five years’ manufacturing experience or equivalent.
• Read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Computer skills that include proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Word and Excel).
• Forklift experience. 

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, speak and hear, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools or controls.
• Must have manual dexterity to operate the equipment and tools required for this position.
• Must be able to quickly respond (with the hand, finger or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
• Must maintain clean and professional appearance while working with customers, vendors and colleagues.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 lbs.
• Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• Light Industrial - May be exposed to areas of high noise levels, hazardous propellants, chemicals and industrial facilities. Appropriate PPE and training will be provided for all conditions; and
• Exposure to liquid and dry chemicals and substances associated with water and wastewater treatment, including permanganate, polymers, sodium hypochlorite, and liquid ammonium sulfate, among others. 

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.

This position is non-exempt. Compensation is dependent on skill level. Benefits package and incentives are provided.

UGSI Solutions, Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers supporting workforce diversity - M/F/ Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, or sex.

Wonderbench is partnering with UGSI Solutions to recruit for this position. We will evaluate applicants relative to the requirements. Additionally, we will use an assessment and video interview to assess job fit and qualifications. UGSI Solutions will contact only those applicants who best meet the criteria for an interview. Wonderbench will retain your application materials and may contact you regarding future opportunities.

ABOUT UGSI SOLUTIONS, INC.
UGSI Solutions, Inc. (“UGSI”), through its operating subsidiaries, is an industry leader in water-related technologies and infrastructure; with a particular emphasis in the chemical feed and disinfection areas of water and wastewater treatment. To learn more, visit ugsicorp.com.

ABOUT WONDERBENCH
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