Senior Manufacturing Technician

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.
• Able 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 Yaskawa Motoman 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.
• Cookbook 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.
• Aid in the preparation of worksheets, final system checkout sheets, and Yaskawa Motoman manuals, ISO documents and requirements for updating checkout sheets.
• Perform collateral duties as assigned.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree and two to three years of experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 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.
• Proficient in basic computer skills.

Physical Demands

• Regularly stand.
• Frequently sit.
• Sometimes walk.
• Sometimes stoop, kneel or crouch.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Use appropriate safety equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection and safety shoes.
• Occasionally use contact with/exposure to various hazardous materials (such as, but not limited to grease, oils, lubricants, paint, thinner, parts cleaner, etc.).

Work Environment

• Near moving mechanical parts.
• High, precarious places.
• High noise levels.
• Contact with hazardous materials.

Compensation

• Base salary range: $65K - $78K annually, plus benefits.
• Compensation will be determined based on skills, experience and qualifications.