Paragon D&E is family owned and operated since 1942. Paragon has been awarded the Best and Brightest Company to work for multiple years, partly due to our welcoming culture and industry diversity. Our company works in a variety of industries, including Aerospace, Nuclear, Heavy Truck, Automotive, Agriculture, Oil &Gas, and more! With work in that many industries, there is something for everyone here. Employees get to work with state-of-the-art machining and technology in a clean and organized shop.
With ample room for growth and development, Paragon is looking for new talent, skills, and expertise to join our team because we believe these are the keys to success. Not only are we a stable company looking for process driven people; Paragon is also a very fun rewarding place to work. Sign on and referral bonuses, free health insurance, encouraging staff, onsite nurse, EAP, employee gatherings, and so much more! Apply today to join our team.
SUMMARY
Manufacturing Technicians assist with production throughout the facility by moving material, setting up and tearing down jobs, and completing production tasks to help ensure efficiency within the company while gaining knowledge of processes in advanced manufacturing.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES includes the following, other duties may be assigned
- Operate an overhead crane and lift truck with trailer to move raw blocks and tooling throughout the facility
- Assist with production activities as needed under the direction of Supervisors, Machinists, and Project Professionals
- Under the direction of the machinist, align, mount, and secure material to machine table for use and safely remove material once machining is complete
- Perform basic assembly tasks including assembly of lines and setting up of spotting press as directed by the project team
- Clean and prep jobs using the wash bay
- Aid in all customer tryouts
- Complete various production tasks in barrel assembly process
- Work with tool and vertical crib teams to ensure timely delivery of supplies
- Assist in shipping and receiving as needed
- Use verbal communication to work with other departments on production requirements
- Utilize schedule board, experience, and other resources to identify and prioritize tasks
- Support general housekeeping, preventative maintenance, and shop organization
- Complete checklists and other required documentation
- Participate in 5S activities and take corrective action as needed
- Other duties as assigned
