Equipment Technician III

Computer Task Group, Inc•Town of Canton, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Equipment Technician III supports furnace performance, equipment reliability, and operational efficiency for furnaces used to produce glass boules. The role monitors process variables and equipment performance, develops and reviews furnace run plans, and coordinates operational and maintenance activities to support safe, efficient, high-quality production. The technician works with operations, maintenance, engineering, equipment specialists, and management to troubleshoot issues, analyze production data, prioritize maintenance needs, and identify continuous-improvement opportunities. The position is onsite in Canton, New York, with approximately 5% travel as required. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Requirements

Experience in a manufacturing, production, process, or equipment-related environment.
Ability to monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve process or equipment issues.
Experience analyzing process or equipment data and identifying trends or abnormalities.
Strong understanding of equipment operation, maintenance practices, and production processes.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, including the ability to make sound decisions using established procedures and standards.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work effectively with operations, maintenance, engineering, and management teams.
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks, maintenance needs, and production requirements.
Ability to work independently, gather information, and follow through on assignments with limited supervision.
Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, email, and other basic computer applications.
Ability to work onsite in Canton, New York.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Technical education or relevant training.

Responsibilities

Monitor furnace operation during production runs and verify equipment meets established set points and standards.
Monitor process and equipment variables and identify conditions that could affect product quality or equipment performance.
Analyze furnace and production data to identify trends, abnormalities, and opportunities for improvement.
Ensure equipment and processes remain within established tolerances and operating standards.
Review and create documentation and furnace run plans for new and existing production runs.
Review previous production runs to identify recurring issues and opportunities for improvement.
Prioritize equipment and maintenance issues for production and operational meetings.
Review defective production runs in detail to identify possible equipment- or process-related causes.
Respond to operator questions and provide guidance on equipment operation and established procedures.
Coordinate with maintenance and engineering teams to address equipment issues promptly.
Ensure equipment, process, safety, and quality requirements are consistently followed.
Support continuous-improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, process performance, quality, and OEE.
Maintain accurate records and documentation related to equipment performance, production runs, and maintenance activities.
Travel approximately 5% as required.