GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:

Responsible for performing the physical or combined administrative/physical tasks involved in the storing, counting and distributing of materials, parts, supplies and equipment. Compiles and maintains records of quantity, cost and type of material stocked and issued, and prepares material requisitions.



ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES TYPICAL FOR MOST POSITIONS: (Job's essential or most important functions and responsibilities. Include all important aspects of the job -- whether performed daily, weekly, monthly, or annually; and any that occur at irregular intervals.)

1. Works from requisition, order list or stock list to pull required items.

2. Uses a checklist as items are pulled to ensure kit accuracy.

3. Accumulates orders, reports shortages and transports completed orders to distribution point or staging area.

4. Processes returned items and unscheduled issues.

5. Compiles and maintains inventory of material received, stocked, and issued.

6. Prepares requests for procurement of material.

7. May be required to lift heavy items. 

8. Examines, stocks and distributes materials in inventory and on manufacturing lines. 

9. Take inventory of stored items through cycle counting.

10. May audit kits for accuracy.



SPECIALIZED JOB RESPONSIBILITIES may be required for certain positions. These could include one or more of the following duties:

1. Completes orders for materials.



Note: This job description reflects essential functions, it does not prescribe or restrict the number or types of tasks that may be assigned or reassigned during the conduct of business. Overtime is considered a condition of employment with Thousand Oaks and fluctuates with business demand. 



Criteria 1 2 3

Education / Experience Completion of high school, vocational training or equivalent is preferred. Typically requires 2 years of related experience.

Typically requires 4 years of related experience. 

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities May require ability to read and apply color-coding and schematics; Cables: component prepping inspect components; operate telephones, data entry equipment, spreadsheet software; MRP system, forklifts, electronic scales, pallet jack, staple gun, cycle counting, kitting. 



Language Skills Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers. Ability to print and speak simple sentences. Same as level 1. Same as level 1.

Mathematical Skills Typically requires addition, subtraction, multiplication and division skills. Same as level 1. Same as level 1.

Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables. Same as level 1. Same as level 1.

Scope / Impact Low impact, limited to the specific work area. Same as level 1. Same as level 1.

Decision Making / Discretion Limited expectations to make decisions outside of immediate work assignments. Decisions only affect individual tasks. Same as level 1. Can perform analysis or work using some independent judgement. Decisions affect the team. May make decisions or recommendations within a team.

Job Complexity Works on assignments that are routine in nature where limited judgment is required. Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature where ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice is required. Works on assignments that are moderately complex in nature where judgment is required in resolving problems and making routine recommendations. 

Communication / Interaction Primarily interacts with teammates and supervisor. Same as level 1. Same as level 1. May input and track data / information.

Supervision / Leadership Normally receives detailed instructions on all work. Normally receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new assignments. Normally receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new assignments. May provide direction and training to others. 

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; handle small components; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and talk and hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and work that requires repetitive motion.

Additional Summary: 

Operators are responsible for a variety of product assembly, inspection, testing, operation of equipment/tools and material/component processing tasks to meet production schedule requirements to the high-quality standard expected.

Essential Functions: 

• Safely and efficiently meeting all production work requirements assigned to you by following operating procedures and work instructions.

• Trouble shoot problems quickly and efficiently, seeking advice where necessary.

• To produce the highest standard of quality products possible in accordance with the company’s ISO 9001:2015 procedures.

• Visually inspect products throughout the stages of production to identify defective parts; component orientation errors, missing components, or wrong part insertion.

• Initial testing for product conformity.

• Assist others to provide an organized and clean workplace including: all areas of the plant, workstations, equipment, walkways and break rooms using 5S procedures.

• Participation in and implementation of continuous improvement projects.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial setting preferred.

• Possess strong organizational skills, a positive attitude and the ability to work well as a team. 

• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions, as well as, comprehend verbal instructions and effectively communicate verbally.

• Computer Familiarity.

• Ability to self-start yet take orders as directed.

• Ability to move and lift up to 25 pounds. Ability to sit or stand as required to perform essential functions.

• Consistent and punctual attendance required. Must be available to work assigned shifts and required overtime.