Powell is a manufacturer of switchgear and other electrical equipment. We are currently hiring a Production Worker at our Southeast Houston manufacturing facility. Employee assists Painters, Machine Operators, Welders, Material Handlers, and Leadperson in performance of their work. Employee works under close supervision. Schedule: Monday-Thursday 2:15pm-12:45am; OT as needed

Essential Responsibilities

• Load unpainted metal parts onto the Paint Line.

• Load copper bars and pipe onto the Bus Insulation Line Conveyor.

• Unload painted metal parts from the Paint Line and properly attach the required part identification label.

• Assist with daily and weekly preventative maintenance of the Paint Line & Bus Insulation Line equipment and facilities.

• Move parts from one manufacturing operation to the next operation according to the part routing.

• Remove finished parts from sheet metal skeletons.

• Sort and stack parts by part number & job number combination.

• Assemble kits of parts to be welded.

• Assist machine operators with various tasks upon request.

• On occasion, be required to perform labor task such as painting, grinding, sanding or general cleaning task as directed by your supervisor or leadperson.

• Lifting of up to 50 lbs. consistently.

• End of shift cleanup is required.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma preferred.

• Ability to use computer software to control equipment or look-up company information.

• Ability to use basic math, reading and writing skills to perform job function.

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

• Must have a basic command of the English language, both written and verbal.

• Ability to follow company operating procedures, safety rules and ISO requirements.

• Ability to learn to read mechanical part or assembly drawings.

• Ability to read and use a linear tape measure.

• Ability to work independently or part of a small team and perform required tasks with little direct supervision.

• Ability to maintain a clean work area by picking up trash and sweeping the floor.

Working Conditions

• Safety sensitive position in a temperature-controlled manufacturing or industrial environment with occasional outside activities.

• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) (i.e., safety shoes, hard hats, bump caps, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety harnesses as required) and respirators when required.

• Must be able to work from all type of ladders (step ladders, "A" frame ladders, etc.)

• Working at heights usually no higher than 20 feet in the air on an elevated structure using proper lift equipment and Fall Protection Equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Able to maintain body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs or step ladders.

• Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction.

• Continuous standing and walking.

• Able to use upper extremities frequently, work with both arms above shoulders and use both arms at full length frequently.

• Must be able to meet physical lifting demand up to 50lbs.

• Frequent use of hand tools and power tools.

More Information

This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

In our 70+ year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in all parts of our organization. As a manufacturer, we recruit and hire experienced and knowledgeable applicants to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated and assembled to customer specifications!

Powered by Innovation - Powell’s culture has and will always be founded in our "can do" attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it. Become a part of our story, and let us help you write yours. Hard work pays off in all of our teams, with opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance. Successful candidates must have a legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis, with only those candidates selected for interview contacted.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disability

If you need an accommodation in the hiring process, you may contact 713.378.2685. Application status inquiries will not be accepted in this manner.