Job Description

Provide technical support in the area of software and hardware as it applies to automation
within the manufacturing environment. This role reports directly to the
Controls Coordinator and supports production operations through maintenance,
troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of automated systems.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design, development, procurement, and launch of automation and automated equipment.


• Support continuous improvement of equipment controls, including control modifications, upgrades, and troubleshooting.


• Support production operations with maintenance and repair of electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.


• Troubleshoot and maintain plant equipment such as 3-axis CNC mills, conveyors, machine automation systems, and robots.


• Analyze problems and apply effective troubleshooting techniques and repair methodologies.


• Work from mechanical and electrical drawings, equipment specifications, and schematics.


• Assist with parts research and procurement as required.


• Perform preventative, predictive, and routine maintenance per work orders.


• Read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, quality documents, blueprints, and electrical prints.


• Complete charts and simple documentation to communicate status and issues to the team.


• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment in compliance with all procedures and regulations.

Skills & Competencies

• ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 / ISO 14001 awareness


• Accurate listening and strong communication skills


• Agile PLM system knowledge


• Computer applications proficiency


• Critical evaluation and intuitive decision-making


• Electrical engineering fundamentals


• Ethical practice and health & safety awareness


• Interpersonal skills and teamwork


• Practical thinking with project and goal focus

Experience & Education Required

• 2+ years of experience or knowledge in manufacturing process controls.


• Working knowledge of hardware and operating computer systems.


• Allen Bradley and/or Fanuc controls expertise preferred.


• 
  Associate or Bachelors degree in Automated Manufacturing, Electronics, Computer Science,
  Mechanical Engineering, Tool Engineering Technology, or equivalent work experience.
  

MUST HAVE

• Associate or Bachelors degree in a relevant technical or engineering field, or equivalent work experience.


• 2+ years of experience or knowledge in manufacturing process controls.


• Working knowledge of hardware and operating computer systems.


• Allen Bradley and/or Fanuc controls expertise.