Production Assembly Technician

About Us:

Modern Driveline, Inc. is a manual transmission conversion specialist located in Caldwell, Idaho. We engineer, develop and sell supporting products needed to install a Tremec five or six speed manual transmission into a vintage, classic, custom, hot rod or modern-day muscle car. We specialize in transmission conversion packages that provide a complete installation solution per customer application. MDL is in its 25th business year and is considered a leader in the industry selling products worldwide.

Refer to our website at www.moderndriveline.com for details.

Candidate Profile:

We are looking for a highly motivated, conscientious self-starter with a positive attitude that can multi-task and work effectively as a member of our team. Must be flexible, adaptable to change and accountable regarding work demands. Parts assembly, inventory control, computer experience and laser scribing aptitude is required. Automotive interest, mechanical thinking and product packaging skills is a plus.

Job Schedule:

Full-Time (Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm)

Job Qualifications:

Parts assembly experience

Inventory control knowledge

Computer proficiency

Laser scribing/machine/power/hand tools familiarity

Planning and organization skills

Effective communication skills

Attention to detail and quality control

Good driving record

Job Summary:

This position is primarily responsible for Production Assembly, product packaging and inventory control of automotive manual transmission related parts. Job tasks will include transmission shifter upgrade changes, pre-assembly of flywheel/bell housing/small part components, assembly of hydraulic master kits/clutch packages and laser scribing.

Additional responsibilities will include receiving supplier freight deliveries, verifying count and condition of parts, re-packaging, product staging and inventory tracking. Boxing of unfinished items for delivery of vendor treatment, timely return of completed products, re-stocking of inventory and loading of carrier trucks for customer shipment. Delivery and pickup of parts between suppliers, repair center and warehouse. Consistent maintenance of an organized finished goods warehouse, onsite storage container and offsite inventory location.

Essential Responsibilities:

Parts assembly using machine/power/hand tools in preparing items for stock

Maintain the flow of incoming/outgoing freight inventory

Prepare unfinished parts for delivery to and from service vendors

Organize and move material via pallet jack, dolly, cart and company truck

Stage, monitor and track work-in-process inventory

Record data, validate and maintain proper inventory stocking levels via computer

Cross train and assist with tasks or duties as needed to support team members

Effectively communicate regarding inventory concerns

Additional Responsibilities:

Clean, organize, re-stock and maintain work areas for readiness

Appropriately dispose of recyclable scrap and waste material

Professionally interpret and follow verbal/written technical instructions

Assist with special projects as assigned by manager

Physical Expectations:

Position will require strength and stamina to complete tasks

Ability to reach over and around objects to lift, move or place materials in designated areas (includes bending, squatting, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, reaching above and below shoulder height)

Lift objects up to 50 pounds frequently and over 50 pounds with assistance

Stand for extended periods of time

Working Conditions:

Temperature variances consistent with normal warehouse work environment and must be able to tolerate warm and cold depending on seasonal weather conditions

Safe handling of cleaning chemicals and liquid packaging foam

Use of eye and ear protection as required

Availability to occasionally work over-time to meet business needs

Benefits:

401(k) Plan (includes matching program)

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Yearly Bonus

Supportive teamwork environment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) 3% Match
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities
• Overtime pay

Ability to Relocate:

• Caldwell, ID 83605: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person