Equipment Technician-III - 1st shift: 7am-3pm

Updated•Warminster, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Equipment Technician III sets up, maintains, adjusts, and troubleshoots lettershop production equipment, ensuring that deadlines and quality and quantity goals are met. This role involves performing difficult repairs, set-ups, and rebuilds on multiple pieces of machinery, fabricating parts, and participating in the ARC Flash Electrical Safety Program. The technician will follow all safety procedures, including Lock out/Tag out, address unsafe conditions, and complete assigned projects with minimal oversight. They are expected to display advanced expertise on at least 3 processes or moderate expertise on 4 or more processes. Responsibilities also include assisting with new equipment installation and movement, working on special equipment, identifying and communicating issues, gathering and analyzing data, and resolving complex issues independently. The role involves developing alternative solutions, proactively addressing needs, performing equipment modifications and rebuilds, and working with outside vendors. The Equipment Technician III will serve as a go-to resource for others, train and mentor team members, and maintain a clean and safe work area.

Requirements

Ability to read and write English; understand oral and written communications.
Advanced mechanical aptitude; ability to quickly learn machine operations.
Electrical aptitude and advanced electrical troubleshooting.
Advanced knowledge of tools and techniques to repair equipment.
Works well in group problem solving situations.
Ability to read schematics and wiring diagram.
Ability to read wiring diagram.
Basic math skills and ability to read measurements.
Computer proficiency.
Strong attention to detail.
10+ years' experience electronic and mechanical troubleshooting experience on automated manufacturing equipment.
2-4 years of previous experience as an Equipment Technician.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma/GED preferred, or commensurate experience relating to the job required; trade school is a plus
Previous experience in print or direct mail equipment preferred.
Lean manufacturing and/or quality control training preferred.
Previous participation on a safety team and/or other safety training a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform difficult repairs, set-ups, and rebuilds on multiple pieces of machinery.
Fabricate parts for repairs and upgrades.
Participate in ARC Flash Electrical Safety Program.
Follow all safety related procedures, including Lock out/Tag out.
Address unsafe conditions as appropriate; act immediately to mitigate danger and escalate issues when necessary.
Complete projects as assigned with minimal oversight.
Display advanced expertise on at least 3 processes or moderate expertise on 4 or more processes.
Assist with the installation of new equipment and the movement of existing equipment.
Work on special equipment.
Identify and effectively communicate issues; gather and analyze data skillfully; resolve complex issues independently.
Develop alternative solutions that address business needs; anticipate and proactively address needs and priorities related to work area.
Perform equipment modifications to existing equipment; rebuild existing equipment when necessary.
Work with outside vendors and/or other SME to resolve issues when defects are identified.
Serve as “go-to” resource for others outside of department.
Train, coach, and mentor other team members including Equipment Technician I and II, as well as Mechanics when requested or required.
Model and encourage open communication within the team and across other departments.
Maintain a clean and safe work area.
Perform other (or other related) duties as applicable or assigned.