Production Technician - Camden

Dunbarton Corporation is seeking a Production Technician to join our Camden Tennessee team who is responsible for the fabrication, finishing, and movement of Dunbarton products at the Camden Plant.

Essential Job Functions

• Operates all production, assembly, and packaging equipment, including door preparation, sub-assembly insertion, hardware assembly, and wrapping, strapping, and stapling equipment; prepares and cleans up each process
• Welds hollow metal frames into door/frame units and individual products without scrap or rework
• Reads and implements blueprints, engineering drawings, work tickets, and production and shipping schedules, and confers with management on deviations
• Inspects product at each stage of production, takes corrective action to prevent defects and product loss, and reworks damaged product to salvage it where possible
• Performs shipping, receiving, and inventory functions, including verifying counts and labeling, preparing shipping documentation, requisitioning materials, reconciling physical inventories, and recording production and transaction data in the ERP system
• Operates forklifts and other industrial material-moving equipment to move materials in production, inventory, and dock areas, and builds pallets and shipping containers to specification
• Maintains a safe, orderly work area; wears assigned PPE; follows Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures; and follows safety, 6S, LEAN, and Kaizen programs
• Remains cross-trained on all plant work stations; trains and mentors other employees; attends required training and meetings; works overtime and travels as required
• Adheres to work schedule and attendance requirements, including regular on-site attendance at Dunbarton facilities and nights and weekends as required; regular on-site presence is an essential function of this position
• Performs other work as directed and required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of hollow metal and wood door and frame manufacturing, including fabrication, welding, finishing, assembly, and packaging
• Knowledge of paints, stains, solvents, and coatings, including their properties, application, hazards, and disposal
• Knowledge of hazardous material handling, storage, labeling, disposal, and spill response, including HazCom and HAZWOPER
• Knowledge of shipping, receiving, and inventory control practices
• Knowledge of safety requirements and equipment, including PPE, Lock-Out/Tag-Out, and firefighting equipment
• Skill in operating and maintaining production, welding, paint, and material-handling equipment, including forklifts and hand and power tools
• Skill in reading blueprints, engineering drawings, work orders, and production and shipping schedules
• Skill in use of an ERP system and word processing, database, and spreadsheet programs
• Ability to detect quality defects, determine root cause, and take corrective action
• Ability to measure accurately with tape measures and calipers and to distinguish colors and shades
• Ability to obtain and retain a current forklift license
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective, courteous working relationships with coworkers and customers
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and to take a teamwork approach to the job by cooperating with others, offering to help others when needed, and considering larger organization or team goals rather than individual concerns

Required

• Six (6) or more months of professional experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent position

Preferred

• Two (2) or more years of professional experience as a paint technician in a manufacturing environment

Note: At the discretion of the hiring manager and/or the Human Resources Manager an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The following physical activities are necessary to perform one or more essential functions of this position. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Work is performed on the production floor in a manufacturing environment with minimally controlled temperatures ranging from 40°F to 110°F. Stands and moves throughout the facility for an entire shift. Frequently bends, twists, and reaches; must apply ergonomically correct techniques to prevent repetitive motion injury. Lifts, carries, and places objects weighing up to 65 pounds frequently. Exposed to open machinery with pinch points, moderate paint and solvent fumes, and potential biohazardous materials. Required PPE includes safety glasses, cut-resistant gloves, and sleeves (when handling sharp materials or blades), ear protection, and a respirator or dust mask as conditions required; special PPE required for forklift battery charging and biohazard cleanup.

This job description is not intended as an exhaustive list of all job functions or responsibilities. Additional duties may be assigned as management deems appropriate. This job description does not represent an employment contract. Employment is at-will, and nothing herein restricts the right to assign or reassign duties at any time.

About Dunbarton

Dunbarton is a leading manufacturer of metal bifold closet doors and metal door frames. We are more than just a company that produces a great prefinished steel door frame or closet door; we believe our product is the best in the industry. We are proud to be a small company focusing on customer service and total customer satisfaction. Dunbarton stands on its values of producing innovative, durable, and reliable products.

Dunbarton Corporation is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment for all people without regard to the following: race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, service in the military, or any other attribute or characteristic protected by law.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive Wages with bonus potential
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance options
• Company Paid Life Insurance, optional Additional Life
• Company Paid Short Term & Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program