Senior Manufacturing Specialist, Automated Equipment (Direct Hire)

Senior Manufacturing Technician

The Senior Manufacturing Technician will be responsible for constructing, testing, troubleshooting, packing and field support of automated hardware/systems including robots, positioners, control cabinets, standard systems, and complex custom systems.

Interface with customers and other departments within the organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Adhere to the highest practicable safety and housekeeping standards.

·         Organize and plan large project tasks and workflow, using verbal and written communication.

·         Liaise directly with representatives of materials and engineering departments as required to meet customer expectations.

·         Responsible for manufacturing quality, including workmanship, system functionality, and complete and proper packing.  Provide corrective action feedback to responsible parties.

·         Ability to understand overall system design, function and operation.

·         Effectively plan and implement the layout of system electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic components.

·         Perform system assembly, functionality checks, packing and field installations.

·         Perform basic, intermediate, and advanced systems functions, including software upgrades, TCP, Robot Calibration, weld test, systems test, etc.

·         Evaluate for fitness of use, system components, including our standard components, vendor components, and special order parts.

·         Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair automation systems including electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment and robot software versions.  Utilize equipment such as analyzers and meters.

·         Utilize PLC, ladder logic and other test and evaluation systems for system operation, troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.

·         Interface with and assist customers with system runoff and installation.

·         Assist co-workers and temporary employees with on the job training.  Occasionally assist with development and presentation of training.

·         Coordinate packing requirements with shipping department.

·         Responsible for usage and disposition of material used in production.

·         Responsible for care and usage of department tools and equipment.

·         Assist in the preparation of worksheets, final system checkout sheets, and our manuals, ISO documents and requirements for updating checkout sheets.

·         Assist in the advancement of Quality Assurance and Kaizen programs.  Recommend and assist in the implementation of safety, quality, productivity, customer and employee satisfaction improvements.

·         Complete Manufacturing Technician Training Program including all applicable safety training in order to ensure product quality, productivity and timely project completion.

·         May be required to travel to customer facilities to assist with install and start-up systems and equipment.

·         Influence team building and training.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

·         Associates Degree and two to three years of experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

·         Must be able to read and understand mechanical, electrical/electronic, pneumatic and hydraulic drawings, schematics, and diagrams. 

·         Must be able to apply these technical skills in an effective manner. 

·         Must possess demonstrated interpersonal skills and team building skills, including excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

·         Employee may be required to assist in the development and build of prototype assemblies, to provide a level of technical expertise in identification, correction and repair of non-conforming materials.  Documentation and notification of such discrepancies required per standard operational procedures.