Controls Mechanic (PLC)

Fisher Dynamics • St. Clair Shores, MI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Fisher Dynamics is the automotive industry’s premier supplier of safety – critical seat structures and mechanisms. Steeped in a tradition of excellence, and rooted in automotive innovation, the Fisher story is filled with automotive manufacturing milestones. We bring design, engineering, and manufacturing vehicle seating systems to a new level with innovative thinking. We’re about cutting edge ideas. We have created an environment that encourages an uninterrupted flow of revolutionary concepts and unique ideas.

Fisher Dynamics is currently seeking a Controls Mechanic at our Saint Clair Shores, MI Campus. This position is responsible for electronic control equipment and apparatus as associated with automated machine tools, servo-mechanism, etc., of complex and involved design requiring broad technical knowledge of electro-mechanical principles and equipment design plus specialized skills and techniques.

Requirements

• Formal training leading to Electrician status in Machine Repair preferred or equivalent on the job experience
• Six + years of experience
• Software programming (Versa Pro, Cimplicity, RS Logic 500 & 5000, AutoCad, Factory Talk View, Panel Builder, Servox, Logic Master 90, Quick Designer & Motion Pro)
• Advanced equipment troubleshooting skills
• Experience with Fanuc and/or Motoman Robots
• Knowledge of IATF16949/ISO14001
• Operate manual and electronic micrometers, calipers, and gages, grinding machines and drill presses
• Ability to operate multimeters, hole knockouts, switch testers, solder stations, amp probes, engraves, and electric drills
• Knowledge of cutting, calculating speeds and feeds, machine setup, blueprint reading, and electrical schematic reading
• Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, electrical and hydraulic systems sufficient to diagnose and repair machines
• Communication skills to communicate and interact with all levels of employees
• Computer skills and math skills sufficient to perform department related tasks are required
• Valid driver’s license, hi-lo license
• Safety glasses and hearing protection required. Other safety equipment required on an as needed basis.
• Job requires very frequent visual effort and concentration, and the ability to move in and around equipment and machinery throughout the plant(s), including second story areas. This may include climbing on, in and around locked out machinery and equipment. Must be able to identify colors for purposes of executing machine and equipment repairs. The ability to lift 40 pounds is required.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with engineers and mechanics on the installation of new equipment or the change-over of plant layout requirement the movement of machines and control equipment
• Wire machinery
• Program machinery using various software programs to automate the machines
• Assemble enclosures and panels
• Read electrical schematics and other documents to diagnose and repair machinery and equipment
• Diagnose & Troubleshoot machinery and equipment, make needed repairs
• Communicate with co-workers and others to carry out job duties
• Various other duties as required by the department

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees