Equipment Specialist II

Responsibilities

• Independently troubleshoot, repair, and maintain manufacturing equipment with minimal supervision
• Demonstrate advanced understanding of assigned production equipment, machine functions, and manufacturing processes
• Recover equipment following failures, repairs, upgrades, and improvement activities and verify operational readiness
• Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical system issues
• Utilize machine knowledge to identify mechanisms contributing to defects, alarms, downtime, and performance losses
• Install, test, and validate equipment improvements, modifications, and engineering changes
• Interpret mechanical and electrical drawings to support troubleshooting, maintenance, and equipment modifications
• Utilize precision measurement equipment including dial indicators, calipers, micrometers, and other specialized diagnostic tools
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation of troubleshooting activities, repairs, equipment modifications, and project work
• Lead PDCA-based problem-solving activities and root cause investigations
• Analyze equipment, process, and production data to identify trends, correlations, and improvement opportunities
• Utilize tools such as Excel, Tableau, JMP, MES, or equivalent systems to support decision-making and issue resolution
• Drive initiatives focused on defect reduction, downtime reduction, equipment reliability, and productivity improvement
• Identify and prioritize equipment performance issues and develop action plans to address recurring problems
• Support engineering teams in validating equipment performance, process improvements, and technical solutions
• Escalate systemic or high-risk issues as appropriate while recommending corrective actions

Requirements

• Associate degree in Electronic Technology, Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, Manufacturing Technology, or related technical field
• Relevant experience may substitute for required education
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Technology, or related field preferred
• QET Certification or equivalent technical certification preferred
• Six Sigma Yellow Belt or higher preferred
• Root Cause Analysis training preferred

Qualifications

• 4+ years of manufacturing, industrial maintenance, equipment support, automation, mechatronics, or related technical experience
• Demonstrated expertise troubleshooting mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical systems
• Successful completion of Ramsay mechanical or electrical aptitude assessment
• Ability to independently diagnose equipment failures and implement effective corrective actions
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications, MES, Tableau, and other manufacturing support systems
• Experience utilizing data analysis tools such as Excel, JMP, MATLAB, or similar platforms
• Ability to interpret and apply mechanical and electrical drawings during troubleshooting and equipment modifications
• Working knowledge of PLC systems and controls software, including use as a troubleshooting tool
• Experience with Sysmac, Omron PLC software, or equivalent controls platforms preferred
• Proficiency with CAD software preferred
• Experience supporting vision systems and automated inspection equipment preferred
• Experience operating and maintaining technical equipment such as 3D printers, microscopes, laser scanners, or similar devices preferred
• Experience with fabrication, machining, welding, and custom equipment modifications preferred
• Experience leading equipment improvement, defect reduction, reliability, or productivity initiatives preferred
• Exposure to Python or advanced analytical tools used for manufacturing data analysis preferred

Skills

• Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations including ratios, percentages, measurements, and interpretation of technical data and graphs

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and benefits

Pay

• Details TBD

Schedule

• Details TBD