Engineering Technician - 2nd shift

IFA Rotorion•Summerville, SC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides overall technical support for complex CNC production machinery and equipment. Responsibilities include developing and optimizing manufacturing methods; diagnosing and troubleshooting equipment, process, and tooling issues; implementing preventative and predictive maintenance strategies; designing, fabricating, and executing long-term corrective actions to improve reliability, performance, and productivity. Performs highly technical work requiring independent judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making within established policies, procedures, and industry best practices. Works with minimal supervision while effectively managing priorities and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Two-Year Technical Degree preferred, experience and certifications are considered.
Minimum 2 years of progressive experience in a manufacturing facility.
CAD modeling and detailing, SolidWorks, Creo, or AutoCad.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Basic Knowledge of PLC logic and related controls.
Understanding manufacturing processes.
Ability to read blueprints and understand GD&T.
Knowledge of manufacturing process improvement methods such as 5S and Team Problem Solving.
Ability to interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and drawings.
Experience in machine building or automation troubleshooting.
Technical knowledge of machine tools and machining processes.
Technical knowledge of assembly processes.

Nice To Haves

CNC machining experience.
High level of analytical ability where problems are complex.
High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
General MS Office suite ability.

Responsibilities

Provides technical assistance and support to manufacturing operations
Technical assistance in the operation and programming of CNC machining equipment
Technical assistance in operating production machines, machine changeovers, preventive maintenance and developing / maintaining process documents.
Ability to perform quality inspections using attribute and variable gauging.
Diagnoses and correct problems with production machinery.
Ability to create mechanical drawings for machine components.
Work in coordination with representatives from various machine builders and colleagues.
Be involved in machine installation and moves from a mechanical technician perspective.
Develop and design tools or fixtures as needed.
Participates in teams and cross-functional groups.
Assists engineering in the running of prototypes and new program development.
Ability to complete projects from beginning to end with little supervision.
Basic understanding of Pneumatic, Hydraulic, and Electrical schematics.