Automation Technician 3rd shift

What You’ll Do

• Set-up, program, troubleshoot, and repair automation equipment.
• Work from instructions, prints, and process specifications.
• Set-up all robotics and automation equipment in the plant, including fixtures, conveyors, grippers, pin stamper, and brush set-up to meet process specifications.
• Monitor production runs for correct set-up, quality of parts, and stoppage avoidance.
• Optimize current automation applications to maximize production and quality.
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting on all robotic machine applications.
• Assist in implementation of new processes, sampling jobs, and collect data for experiments.
• Perform necessary recordkeeping, PMs, and paperwork.
• Perform all necessary minor repairs on automation, including rails, sensors, grippers, belts, actuators, and rollers.
• Train and assist other employees as required.
• Seek help if problems arise and ask questions if you don’t understand.
• Participate in team problem solving as part of the departmental continuous improvement process.
• Follow all safety rules and keep work area clean and in an orderly condition.
• Wear all personal protective equipment as required by the safety policy.
• Support and participate in the departmental structure of self-directed work teams.
• Understand and perform to the BN Quality Policy taking pride in the products produced.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• A high school diploma, GED, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
• A minimum of 3 years previous experience in manufacturing automation applications, robotic technology, and CNC equipment.

Skills & Knowledge

• Robotics
• Mechanical Engineering
• Manufacturing Automation
• CNC
• Blueprints
• Forklift Operation

Supervisory Responsibility

• Lead responsibility for checking, assigning, and delegating work for entire shift of subordinate regular and contract employees on all shifts.
• No final responsibility for hiring, firing, or discipline.

Physical Requirements

• Good speaking, hearing, and vision ability.
• Excellent manual dexterity.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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