Job Title: Manufacturing Technician I

Reports to: Production Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

This position is full-time. Typical hours are Monday–Friday during daytime business hours. Overtime may be required during peak production periods.

The mission of IR.Tools is to Protect Those Who Protect Us.

Position Summary:

The Manufacturing Technician supports IR.Tools’ mission by assembling, inspecting, and preparing products that protect end users in real-world environments. This role operates production equipment, maintains material flow, and supports continuous improvement in a small, fast-moving manufacturing setting.

Manufacturing at IR.Tools is a pathway to a great career built on skill, craftsmanship, and pride. You’ll learn hands-on processes, operate real equipment, and develop the habits that separate a job from a profession—quality, consistency, ownership, and continuous improvement. We’re a small team where technicians matter: the people building the product are empowered to improve the process. If you want to learn, grow, and make something real that supports our mission to Protect Those Who Protect Us, you’ll fit right in.

Qualifications:

·        High School Diploma

·        Related experience not required

Skills and Abilities Required:

·        Verbal communication skills.

·        Ability to multitask in fast-paced environment and work consistently in a quiet environment

·        Willingness to prioritize team results

·        Flexibly adapts to new challenges and opportunities

·        Comfortable in small business environment

·        Ability to follow detailed instructions and concentrate on tasks

·        Basic computer skills

·        Interest in manufacturing as a long-term skill or career path

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:

·        Assembles and packs products according to customer requirements and internal specifications

·        Operates multiple production machines such as laser cutting, printers, laminators, and sewing machines

·        Conducts quality checks of parts and components

·        Works independently after training while collaborating with the production team as needed

·        Solves manufacturing problems

·        Keeps equipment operating by completing basic routine preventative maintenance

·        Provide support to the engineering department in the development of new products and processes

·        Assists production team in achieving corporate goals

·        Documents completion of assemblies

·        Assists with maintaining accurate inventory

·        Ships products

·        Contributes ideas for process improvements

·        Performs other related duties as assigned to support production and business needs.

Reporting to this position: None

Physical demands of work environment: 

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to use hands, see, walk, lift, talk or hear. There are periods of prolonged sitting and standing. Capable of lifting 30 pounds unassisted.

Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.