Production Assistant

**_Production Assistant_**
- At Nix Sensor Ltd., we specialize in creating exceptional products that empower color professionals and consumers to unravel the mysteries of color. Our flagship product, the Nix Mini 3 offers a magical experience akin to the Photoshop eyedropper, bridging the gap between the physical and digital worlds. With Nix, users can seamlessly translate real-world colors into digital formats and vice versa._
- We are looking for a dynamic individual to join our Production Team. Someone with a passion for excellence._

**NIX SENSOR LTD** is seeking a hands-on Production Assistant to take a lead role in daily production activities, ensuring smooth operations while supporting data collection, analysis, and administrative tasks. This position bridges the gap between production and engineering, with a strong emphasis on active involvement in the production.
- NIX SENSOR LTD offers competitive salary packages, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities._

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What will you do?_**

**Production Management and Labor Support**
- Actively participate in hands-on production labor tasks to support the team and address immediate needs on the floor.
- Supervise and coordinate daily activities of the production team to ensure workflow efficiency and meet production targets.
- Assign tasks, monitor progress, and provide clear guidance to production staff.
- Collaborate with the engineering team to identify and implement process improvements, focusing on enhancing efficiency and maintaining a well-organized production environment.
- Maintain a strong presence on the production floor to provide real-time problem-solving and ensure smooth operations.

**Data Collection & Analysis**
- Conduct tests as outlined by the engineering team using various spectral devices and equipment.
- Accurately collect, organize, and maintain large datasets, primarily using Excel; familiarity with MATLAB is an asset.
- Analyze data to assist the engineering team in evaluating production performance and making data-driven decisions.

**Administrative Support**
- Maintain regular communication with suppliers, vendors, and other contacts to ensure databases are current and accurate.
- Assist with documentation, reporting, and other administrative tasks as needed.

**Cross-Functional Collaboration**
- Act as a liaison between the production and engineering teams to ensure alignment on project goals and requirements.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute insights to optimize processes and solve production challenges.

**General Responsibilities**
- Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards in all production activities.
- Take initiative to identify areas for improvement and contribute to a culture of continuous learning and development.
- Other duties as necessary to support the Production Team.

**_ What will you need?_**

**Education & Experience**
- Diploma or degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment is preferred.

**Technical Skills**
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data collection, analysis, and managing large datasets.
- Familiarity with MATLAB or similar software is a strong asset.
- Experience operating and maintaining spectral devices or similar testing equipment is preferred.

**Leadership & Supervisory Skills**
- Proven ability to supervise and coordinate production staff effectively.
- Strong organizational skills to manage day-to-day tasks and ensure production efficiency.

**Data Management & Analytical Skills**
- Experience collecting, organizing, and analyzing large amounts of technical or operational data.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to identify trends and provide actionable insights.

**Communication & Interpersonal Skills**
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with production staff, engineering teams, and external contacts.
- Comfortable making phone calls and maintaining professional relationships to ensure up-to-date records.

**Problem-Solving & Adaptability**
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address production challenges.
- Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

**Physical Ability**
- Capability to perform hands-on production tasks in a tech production environment, with the ability to handle small tools and components while maintaining focus and precision.

**Commitment to Safety & Quality**
- Knowledge of workplace safety standards and quality control practices in a production setting.

**_ What We Value:_**

**Creativity and Fresh Approaches**: We thrive on innovative thinking and seek out unconventional solutions rather than cookie-cutter approaches.

**Passion for Excellence**: Our highly motivated team takes immense pride in crafting remarkable products.

No phone calls or agencies please.

**_ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT (AODA IN ONTARIO)_**
- Nix Sensor Ltd. is committed