Automation Assembly Technician

Hellerman Tyton • Milwaukee, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of Automation, the Automation Assembly Technician is responsible for building, start-up, debugging, and running off all electro/mechanical and pneumatic machine builds of all internal HellermannTyton-designed automation, assembly machines, and robotic end-of-arm tooling. They also will aide and assist the Automation Design Engineers in machine run-offs, set-ups, and installations as needed and at OEM vendors' locations. The Automation Assembly Techs will be responsible for developing training plans to train the automation department and production personnel and will help develop FEMA's for all Automation. They will also assist the automation techs through the transition of new machines and equipment until the automation support department can adequately support the equipment. The Automation Assembly Techs will also be responsible for installation and upkeep of the MATTEC monitoring system. The Automation Assembly Techs will work with the automation techs on continuous improvement projects, corrective actions, and improved machine capabilities throughout the plant. This will be achieved while maintaining HellermannTyton's Quality and EHS certifications by supporting all corporate policies, procedures, work instructions, and required documentation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical degree/technical school diploma, or 5 yrs. of related work experience required.
• Superior mechanical and electrical/electronic knowledge and skills required.
• Knowledge and skills in pneumatic systems.
• Knowledge of PLCs and PLC programming and editing.
• Prior experience with robotics required.
• Ability to walk/stand/work for 12-hour shifts.
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 70 lbs.
• Ability to visually inspect product and packaging quality according to HellermannTyton's quality standards.
• Basic to advanced PC skills and knowledge.
• Experience in dealing with suppliers/vendors.
• Must have a valid driver's license, with an acceptable driving record, along with adequate insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Technical degree/technical school diploma
• Prior forklift experience preferred.
• Knowledge of PLCs and troubleshooting process.
• Familiarity with Controls and Operating Systems including PLC's, OIT's.
• Knowledge of creating and developing FEMA's for automation equipment.
• PC familiarity is required.
• Knowledge of PFMEA and Control Plans.
• Knowledge of the corrective action process.
• Knowledge of the QS9000/IATF16949 Quality Systems.
• Forklift certified at HellermannTyton.

Responsibilities

• Building, start-up, debugging, and running off all electro/mechanical and pneumatic machine builds of all internal HellermannTyton-designed automation, assembly machines, and robotic end-of-arm tooling.
• Aiding and assisting Automation Design Engineers in machine run-offs, set-ups, and installations at OEM vendors' locations.
• Developing training plans for the automation department and production personnel.
• Developing FEMA's for all Automation.
• Assisting automation techs through the transition of new machines and equipment.
• Installation and upkeep of the MATTEC monitoring system.
• Working with automation techs on continuous improvement projects, corrective actions, and improved machine capabilities.
• Maintaining HellermannTyton's Quality and EHS certifications by supporting all corporate policies, procedures, work instructions, and required documentation.
• Completing purchase orders according to procedure and submitting for approval.
• Acquiring injection molding machine and package configuration knowledge.
• Installing and maintaining Mattec MIU's as required.
• Building and developing robotic EOATs (end-of-arm tools) as needed.
• Reading ladder logic programs and using skills to troubleshoot equipment.
• Reading schematics: electronic and pneumatic.
• Installing and programming part removal robots.

Benefits

• Safety shoes are to be worn at all times during your scheduled work hours.
• Additional PPE as required on department-specific work instructions will be covered by the Department manager/supervisor.
• All employees entering the manufacturing area and other identified locations must wear the designated Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Wearing your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is a condition of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED