Material Prep Technician I or II

The Opportunity: Elemental LED is a leading U.S. based engineering and technology company that creates, develops, manufactures, markets and sells innovative, configured and integrated LED lighting solutions. The Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada (EDAWN) has awarded Elemental LED as the "Company of the Year - Large" at the 7th Annual EDAWN Existing Industry Awards event, and "Employees First - Large" at the 10th Annual EDAWN Existing Industry Awards event. What You Get To Do: As a member of the Production Team, the Material Prep Technician I performs a variety of duties in support of Production. This position assists the Planning and Material Prep Supervisor in overseeing inventory and work order prep within the Reno Operations Center (“ROC”). This position acts as a point of contact for manufacturing inventory control and prep coordination. We are looking to hire a Full-Time Material Prep Technician I or II. The core hours for this position will be Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. The specific role and pay will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications. Challenge Yourself – The Specifics: - Ensures BOMs are accurate: parts, quantities, Unit of Measure (UOM), description, assembly instructions - Research discrepancies/adjustments found via counts - Safe operation of the chop saw used in the preparation of raw materials - Communicates to management the status of daily prep - Assists management with answering customer service requests in a timely manner - Provides recommendations on how to improve processes, procedures and general efficiencies and effectiveness of the function - Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures, utilizing all required safety equipment - Perform other duties as assigned You Have a Unique Combination of Skills, Talents and Mindset, Including Many of the Following: - Material Prep Technician I Level: High school diploma/GED, or equivalent experience and training, with one year of manufacturing/distribution environment, quality assurance, assembly, testing, or experience working in an environment using hand tools and equipment. - Material Prep Technician II Level: High school diploma/GED, or equivalent experience and training, with a minimum of 2 years of manufacturing/distribution environment, quality assurance, assembly, testing, or experience working in an environment using hand tools and equipment, alongside proficient use of the machinery involved in raw material preparation. - Knowledge of: - Electrical/electronic machinery or equipment, including soldering stations, solder baths, fume extractors, wire cutting/stripping machinery, and A/C compressor operations. - Safe operation of industrial machinery used in the preparation of raw materials, such as chop saws, industrial wet saws, milling equipment, and ACT machines. - Standard tooling including wire cutters, wire strippers, wire terminal crimpers, measuring tools, and sealant applicators. - Working within a modern MRP/ERP system, specifically within job modules, job scheduling, and Bills of Materials (BOM). - Operating MS Office (Word, Excel) and Fishbowl Inventory (knowledge of FedEx, UPS and USPS software systems is a plus). - Excellent listening and communication (verbal and written) skills. - Following detailed written and verbal instructions and meeting deadlines in a timely manner. - Working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while demonstrating excellent attention to detail, being driven, working well both independently and collaboratively, and having a knack for problem-solving.   All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. The Perks and Benefits:  - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance (100% PAID by employer), available first of the month, following the date of hire - Company-matched 401(k) Plan, at 5%, no vesting schedule - Paid Time Off (PTO) - Volunteer Time Off (VTO) - Three Paid Flexible Holiday per year - Seven Paid Holidays - Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) - $200 annual employer contribution - Career Development Plan Program - Discounted Corporate Gym Membership at South Reno Athletic Club - Tuition Assistance - Employee Discount - Monthly Birthday Lunch Celebrations - On-site Snacks and Beverages - Employee Referral Bonus Program About Us: Visit us at www.elementalbrands.com or call 877-564-5051.