Production Assistant, Shipping & Part Mark

Key Responsibilities

• Meet daily shipping goals as defined by the Shipping & Part Mark Supervisor
• Review travelers to confirm all prior operations are complete before starting work; escalate any discrepancies for direction
• Login to the workstation system prior to starting jobs and ensure accurate log-out and traveler completion at job close
• Inspect parts for quality issues (e.g., burrs, chips, porosity, cosmetic defects) per work instructions and drawings
• Clean, mark, and package parts according to customer specifications, ensuring proper protection and labeling
• Complete and maintain accurate documentation, including travelers and daily job reporting
• Utilize ERP systems (e.g., JobBoss, Epicor) relevant to shipping and inventory functions
• Maintain department cleanliness, organization, and safety standards (5S); follow all health, safety, and environmental guidelines
• Monitor and report low shipping supplies; support material receiving as needed
• Maintain organized inventory, including labeling, tracking levels, and managing shelf-life items
• Stage materials throughout the shop to support production flow
• Support cross-functional operations as needed (e.g., loading ovens, expediting jobs, organizing pallets, loading/unloading trucks)
• Assist on the shop floor with tasks such as part marking or other production support activities
• Ensure jobs are completed accurately through all required steps; identify and resolve issues proactively
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and promote a culture of accountability, discipline, and excellence

Required Qualifications

• At least 2 years of Manufacturing production control experience within a manufacturing job-shop environment, preferably in aerospace
• Ability to prioritize and react to project changes
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and notes, measurement tools such as calipers, tape measure and scales
• Experience in planning, organization, and problem-solving skills
• PC skills experience to navigate in - Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, and ERP systems
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written English
• Ability to learn to perform cross-functional operations

Preferred Requirements

• Working knowledge of Job Boss or other ERP software
• Production and inventory control experience (expediting and material handling)

Job Details

• Type: Full Time
• Business Hours: 1st Shift, 6am-2:30pm, Monday - Friday, with OT as needed
• Base Salary Range: $17-20/hr
• Base Location: Ontario, CA
• Travel: No Travel
• Additional Requirements: The incumbent will spend a portion of the day on their feet and must follow strict safety rules. They wear safety glasses to protect their eyes from airborne debris. Loud noise from machinery requires use of hearing protectors. They wear hard toe shoes or boots to protect their feet from potentially dropped objects. It is a professional work atmosphere, everyone from top managers to employees holds themselves accountable to their actions. It is a workplace environment where people are respectful, competent, and work together to meet their expectations. It is an open work culture in which no one feels excluded in whatever is going on within the workplace. People are not afraid to talk and are very supportive of each other. It is a rewarding working environment where managers make the effort to show gratitude to those who work hard. Ability to safely lift at least 25 lbs. Must be able to navigate warehouse and use hands and arms to reach, feel or handle items both high and low. Stand and/or sit for long periods of time. Sit, Stoop, Kneel and Crouch. Regularly required to talk and hear. Vision abilities required by this job include - near vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Total Compensation

• Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
• Total compensation will also include a comprehensive set of benefits including but not limited to: Company paid employee medical, dental and vision insurance. 401K company match (eligibility required), paid sick leave, paid vacation, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.

EXPORT CONTROL REQUIREMENTS

• To conform to US Government export regulations, the applicant must be a (i) US Citizen, (ii) lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (aka green card holder), (iii) protected individual as defined by U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or (iv) eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.