Primary Objective
The Traffic Production Associate builds traffic signals and related assemblies to customer and project specifications as part of the JAM Services production team. Working under the direction of the Traffic Production Supervisor, this role is responsible for accurate builds, quality control of own work, and meeting the production schedule, while progressively developing the skills to build more complex signal layouts and configurations. The Traffic Production Associate helps keep the production area safe, clean, and well-organized.
Duties and Responsibilities
Signal Assembly and Production
- Builds traffic signal heads and related assemblies to work order, customer, and project specifications, including housings, doors, visors, backplates, and mounting hardware.
- Ensures the correct signal modules and lenses (color, indication, and size) are installed in the correct order and orientation for each build.
- Reads and follows work orders, build sheets, drawings, and assembly instructions; identifies and reports discrepancies to the supervisor before building.
- Performs basic wiring and terminations according to specifications and established procedures, as trained.
- Builds to and meets the daily production schedule as part of the production team, supporting on-time completion of customer orders.
- Continuously develops skills from simple to more complex layouts, working toward mastery of multiple signal types and framing and mounting configurations.
Quality Control
- Is responsible for quality control of own builds until signals leave the production area, verifying correct components, hardware, lens sequence, and workmanship.
- Performs functional and light testing of completed signals as trained and required.
- Reports defective, damaged, or missing parts and nonconforming builds to the supervisor, and corrects or reworks builds as directed.
- Accurately completes production documentation, such as build tickets, quality checklists, and labels.
Housekeeping and Safety
- Participates in traffic warehouse housekeeping responsibilities, including keeping own station tidy, helping keep aisles clear, and storing materials in the correct locations.
- Helps stage and restock components at the workstation and notifies the supervisor of low or incorrect materials.
- Operates hand tools, power tools, and warehouse equipment safely and only after appropriate training or certification.
- Follows all company safety policies and procedures, wears required PPE, and promptly reports hazards, near misses, and injuries to the supervisor.
- Performs other related duties, as assigned.
Equal Employment Opportunity
JAM Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and respected.
