Job Description
Job Description
PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
JOB SUMMARY
This position reports directly to the Production Manager. It consists of assembling light-weight components for veterinary diagnostic test kits; quality control of some components and/or kits; and assisting in shipping.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assemble test kits, including:
- Count and bag kit components (pipettes, stirrers, cards)
- Edit, print and apply labels to components and kit boxes
- Copy and fold materials (inserts, identifier, etc.)
- Inspect empty tubes, fill tube racks, cap tubes
- Inspect and label test cards
- Bottle, cap and label kit reagents (non-toxic)
- Inspect filled tubes and place into kit inserts
- Fold kit boxes and box inserts
- Fold and tape shipping boxes
- Quality control of various components and assembled kits
- Package kits for shipment; apply proper shipping label and packing slip
- Help maintain inventory of kits and components
- Prepare purchase orders as needed and submit electronically
- Receive supply shipments; unbox and place in designated areas
- Clean work area daily; sweep work area and empty trash as needed/weekly
- Such other duties as may be required
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
- Attention to detail is critical as components can be confusing
- Ability to distinguish components by color
- Fluency in English
- Able to read fine print
- Computer literate (will train on label maker software)
- Ability to use a heat sealer, pipet, scales, and pH meter (will train)
- Physical activities frequently include sitting or standing for extended periods of time, bending, stooping, lifting, carrying, walking, and reaching above shoulder height and below waist
- Must be able to lift 25 pounds independently and 50 pounds with help to above waist level
HOURS
- 20 to 25 hours per week
BENEFITS
- 16 paid holidays (minimum) (2026 has 20 paid holidays)
- 10 paid vacation days per year after probationary period (pro-rated first year)
- 7 paid sick days per year after probationary period (pro-rated first year)
- 2 paid personal days per year after probationary period (pro-rated first year)
STARTING SALARY
$15 to $17 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications
Job Type: Part-time
SCHEDULE
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person