Job Description:

Job Description

SUMMARY

Provides shop floor support to maintenance, production, and management for automation work centers in assembly and molding.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluate and develop plans to improve the performance of automation equipment.

• Works closely with all functions to improve equipment safety, quality, and performance, especially regarding the human-machine interface.

• Provides support, staffing, and training recommendations.

• Trains, mentors, and works closely with the automation technicians.

• Training stakeholders on how to troubleshoot automation systems

• Upgrading or deactivating existing automation systems

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field; Engineering, automation design or manufacturing required

• Minimum of 5 years experience with automation, electrical and mechanical design, and fabricating experience required (preferably within the automotive industry)

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

• Must be organized and able to work independently as well as in a team environment

• Proficiency with solid modeling software and the creation of shop prints - SolidWorks or Geomagic design preferred

• Machining experience with CNC experience a plus

• Programming experience (PLC (Allen Bradley), Fanuc, Wittman) a plus

• Experience with hydraulics, robotics, electrical systems, automation, machine maintenance, installation, and repair, including auxiliary equipment and material fundamentals - Experience with injection molding a plus

• Must possess exceptional mechanical skills and good visual skills for accessing the functionality of the equipment

• Experience in adjusting vision systems, specifically Keyence and Cognex.

• Ability to program, maintain, and adjust 6-axis and cartesian robotics

• Ability to root cause and troubleshoot complex automation

• Ability to lead and mentor others

• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required

COMPETENCIES

• Technical and Analytical Skills

• Understanding of basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, calculations of percentages, measurement conversions).

• Strong working knowledge of Windows applications and Microsoft Office programs such as Word and Excel.

• Time Management and Communication Skills

• Must be dependable, have good attendance, be punctual, and have a positive attitude

• Prioritizes regular workload, particular tasks, and concurrent projects, allocating time and resources to ensure that work is completed accurately and efficiently within the established time frame.

• Performs with a high level of initiative, exhibiting persistence and willingness to stimulate new ideas within the organization.

• Takes calculated risks, makes strategic, results-oriented decisions, and accepts responsibility for the results (positive or negative).

• Continuous improvement mindset (the Ability to build a robust inventory system that is used across the division.

Compensation Information:

$70-$110K