Factory Information System Technician

GE Appliances, a Haier company•LaFayette, GA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together. The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities. Interested in joining us on our journey? Maintain, repair, troubleshoot, program and operate all test equipment. Maintain and repair manual, electrical and pneumatic tools. Support plant production Perform all activities required for Factory Information Systems in support of Proficy implementation in manufacturing operations. Including support existing PC’s, PLC’s, Data Concentrators, Scanners, Printers, and/or any hardware/software required to support operational requirements. Position Factory Information System Technician Location USA, LaFayette, GA How You'll Create Possibilities ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS : Support engineering efforts on major process and equipment installations – PLC programming, Electrical & Mechanical Advise on process improvement, preventative maintenance, equipment reliability, and other related TPM efforts Act as subject matter expert to approve OJT’s (On Job Training) and Temporary NSW’s (Non-Standard Work) Assist Operators, Equipment Techs, Team Leaders and Engineers in determining root causes of equipment or system issues FIS support using Proficy Proactively identify equipment/process improvement opportunities and justify business need for priority Perform scheduled PM routines, Repairs and Overhauls of Existing Equipment/processes Support production by responding to urgent requests, timely completion of Safety Worker Orders, and PM’s. Monitor system performance and develop action plans to improve identified issues such as reliability, quality and safety Comply with the Roper Corporation Quality Operating System Understand and follow spare parts and store room procedures Continually observe equipment and processes for abnormal conditions and work to make repairs as needed Record reading and measurements as appropriate Work with and assist contractors on projects Perform specified preventative maintenance tasks as scheduled Maintain in-shop maintenance equipment Follow Safety Rules and Regulations, Act on non-compliance, Verify Quality of Workmanship, and Report any concerns of hazard or negligence Participate in AWO’s and Lean Manufacturing Planning to provide inputs for new and repurposed equipment Maintain and repair manual, electrical, and pneumatic tools including airguns, tape machines, pipe-up guns, leak testers, gas testers, flow testers, radios, and paging equipment to ensure effective operation of assembly line tools

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D.
Industrial maintenance /electronic technology certificate or completion of the Maintenance Production Support Skills Upgrade Program
2 years’ experience working in an industrial maintenance environment or 4 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
Electrical,, mechanical, trouble-shooting and repair skills
Read equipment manuals as well as electrical and mechanical system schematics
Able to complete assignments with minimal supervision
Computer skills
Able to see and manipulate machine parts smaller than 1/4”
Able to lift 50 pounds to a height of 5 feet
Able to climb a ladder
Able to obtain forklift driving certification

Nice To Haves

Preferred minimum 2 years’ experience in heavy industrial manufacturing maintenance
Preferred background and training in Industrial Electrical and/or Electronics field
Must be able to work safely under pressures of urgent need
Strong computer skills

Responsibilities

Support engineering efforts on major process and equipment installations – PLC programming, Electrical & Mechanical
Advise on process improvement, preventative maintenance, equipment reliability, and other related TPM efforts
Act as subject matter expert to approve OJT’s (On Job Training) and Temporary NSW’s (Non-Standard Work)
Assist Operators, Equipment Techs, Team Leaders and Engineers in determining root causes of equipment or system issues
FIS support using Proficy
Proactively identify equipment/process improvement opportunities and justify business need for priority
Perform scheduled PM routines, Repairs and Overhauls of Existing Equipment/processes
Support production by responding to urgent requests, timely completion of Safety Worker Orders, and PM’s.
Monitor system performance and develop action plans to improve identified issues such as reliability, quality and safety
Comply with the Roper Corporation Quality Operating System
Understand and follow spare parts and store room procedures
Continually observe equipment and processes for abnormal conditions and work to make repairs as needed
Record reading and measurements as appropriate
Work with and assist contractors on projects
Perform specified preventative maintenance tasks as scheduled
Maintain in-shop maintenance equipment
Follow Safety Rules and Regulations, Act on non-compliance, Verify Quality of Workmanship, and Report any concerns of hazard or negligence
Participate in AWO’s and Lean Manufacturing Planning to provide inputs for new and repurposed equipment
Maintain and repair manual, electrical, and pneumatic tools including airguns, tape machines, pipe-up guns, leak testers, gas testers, flow testers, radios, and paging equipment to ensure effective operation of assembly line tools