Pressure Gauge Technician

DEPARTMENT:

Manufacturing - Pressure

REPORTS TO:

Manufacturing Manager

STATUS:

Non-Exempt

LOCATION:

Houston, TX 77086

JOB SUMMARY:

The Pressure Gauge Technician is responsible for assembly, testing, calibration, inspection, and packaging of pressure gauges and pressure gauge assemblies.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operating Machinery/Equipment:

• Operate a range of machinery and equipment, including a cutoff saw, sanding belts, drill press, buffing wheels, crimping machine, electric screwdriver, case filling station, and pressure calibration station.

Manual Fabrication & Assembly:

• Manual assembly of parts per procedures and work instructions

Parts Management:

• Identify and pull parts as required.

• Interpret complex work orders to determine assembly requirements.

Quality Control & Documentation:

• Conduct quality assessments with minimal training, ensuring product acceptability through process inspection sheets and workstation measuring and test equipment.

• Recognize and document quality issues and defects.

• Effectively communicate issues to co-workers and supervisors for potential process improvement.

• Accurately indicate acceptable products on work orders as per established procedures.

Specific duties will vary on a daily basis.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficiency in the English language (speaking, writing, and reading).

• Computer literacy (e.g., MS Word, Excel, internet) with a willingness to learn new programs.

• Reliable transportation to and from work (40-hour work week).

• Ability to stand for up to 8 hours.

• Strong manual dexterity and good eyesight (for reading blueprints).

• Ability to follow written instructions.

• Willingness to learn new skills.

• Strong work ethic, emphasizing efficiency on repetitive tasks and tackling technical problems.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Mechanical inclination, such as working on cars, building models, or having experience in final assembly.

• Welding experience.

• Ability to thrive in an environment with shifting priorities and prioritize work without direct supervision.

• Previous experience in a factory/production environment.

• Problem-solving abilities.