Production Tech

Company: SAMSCREEN INC
Location: Conklin
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance OVERALL POSITION FUNCTION Perform all tasks related to production of custom wire screens and screen products in a safe, efficient, and quality oriented manner. Work is done in a fast paced, team based environment, and includes hand assembly operations and operating machinery to meet exacting quality standards. All work is done in accordance to documented procedures, work standards, industry practices, and the Company employee handbook. POSITION LOCATION Conklin NY Starting Hourly Rate: $18.50/hr. Candidate has opportunity to increase hourly rate after 90 day review period. Based on performance and attendance. SPECIFIC DUTIES/FUNCTIONAL TASKS Use of tape measure, and ability to measure accurately. Perform product specific math, involving adding and subtracting of fractions. Setup and operation of metal shears, punch presses, and press brakes, using Lock out/Tag out procedures, and prescribed forming tooling. Setup and operation of wire straightening and crimping equipment, using Lock out/Tag out procedures, and prescribed forming tooling. Operation of custom manufacturing equipment to perform product line tasks. Documentation of quality inspection and labor records in accordance with procedures Ability to read and comprehend job traveler, with all specific and pertinent details for each production order Recognition and selection of raw materials specific to product lines to meet customer requirements (wire type, diameter, metal gauge) Commitment to meet daily production goals, including reporting of results Maintenance of work area in a clean and orderly manner, relying heavily on 5S practices Active involvement in safety inspections, walk-throughs, and improvement projects May involve fork truck operation, with approval and licensing through internal programs Other duties as assigned to support production and facility goals REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITY Ability to read a tape measure, and do math with fractions (1/16ths) Ability to work both individually and as a part of a team Must be detail oriented, quality conscious, and willing to make decisions to support the organizations positive quality reputation Ability to learn and retain new tasks and operations Ability to step between various duties in the job description seamlessly OTHER REQUIREMENTS Must have reliable transportation Must comply with all company policies, including drug screening policy Must supply and maintain their own safety shoes. Company provides an annual boot allowance. Must meet position overtime requirements as schedule demands PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work load is planned on an 8-9 hour work day, 5 days per week, in a non-stationary shop environment. Additional work hours may be required each day to meet team production goals. Duties involve standing and walking, and lifting product between 30 and 80 pounds. Product is generally lifted between floor and waist height, and majority of lifting as done as part of a two person team. Tables, lift carts, fork trucks, and cranes are available as needed. PERFORMANCE METRICS Competence and mastery of assigned work areas Performance of overall team in meeting daily goals Production Utilization and efficiency on both an individual and production area basis On time delivery of the production area and facility Quality as measured in both customer returns and internal product scrap rates Attendance and Punctuality COMPENSATION We offer a very attractive starting pay, Paid Sick Leave, Holiday and Vacation . Employer sponsored Health Insurance, AFLAC supplemental Health and Life Insurance. 401K with a generous Safe Harbor Match.

Keywords: SAMSCREEN INC, Utica , Production Tech, Manufacturing , Conklin, New York