Automation Fabrication Technician - Weekend Shift
About the role
The Automation Fabrication Technician plays a primary role in the day-to-day operation of Trew’s advanced sheet metal fabrication system. This state-of-the-art system is comprised of many elements including Laser cutters, press brakes, folder, part sorting robots, part forming robots, and automated sheet metal storage and retrieval. The Automation Fabrication Technician is a key member of Trew’s fabrication team and has a wide range of responsibilities across all elements of the system. They possess a diverse skillset and contribute to the entire value stream including capacity planning, machine programing, machine operation, final quality, and continuous improvement.
TREW’s Story: Business gets done working together. Successful business happens when trusted partners work together, to win together. At TREW we know that our customers buy solutions and technology built by people. With over 500 team members, we work fearlessly every day to do the right thing, even when no one is watching. From seasoned professionals to undergraduate co-ops, our team members enjoy seeing the impact of their contributions every day.
Responsibilities
- Machine Operation: Operate all key elements of the sheet metal fabrication system. Identify, resolve, and prevent issues within the system.
- Software: Utilize specialized software packages to program and operate all major elements of the sheet metal fabrication system.
- Business Process: Work with Automated Fabrication Supervisor to estimate fabrication times, balance workload, and manage work in progress to meet production schedules. Regularly assess system performance against established benchmarks.
- Maintenance: Perform routine checks, replace consumables, and perform preventative maintenance to ensure uptime of the system.
- Training: Willingness to learn new skills and software tools via formal training programs and informal on-the-job training.
Requirements
- Excellent problem solving and communication skills, strong attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.
- Work environment: warehouse assembly and fabrication facility; exposure to materials-handling equipment, need to stand for extended periods, follow safety protocols, lift and move heavy objects.
- Ability to travel intermittently (less than 10%) for training.
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in an engineering or manufacturing discipline (MET, EET, Electro-Mechanical, Mechatronics, Advanced Manufacturing, or similar).
- OR experience programming and operating metal forming machines (Laser, Punch, Press Brake, Mill, Lathe).
- Computer competence and deep knowledge of sheet metal fabrication strongly preferred (Laser Technology Tables, Bend parameters, Automatic material loading/unloading, Lights out operation).