Machine Builder

Delkor Systems•St. Paul, MN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Builder is responsible for the assembly process of machines, including formers, closers, loaders, and special machines. This role requires proficiency in navigating SolidWorks models and drawings to understand build processes and identify discrepancies. The Machine Builder will also integrate third-party equipment with Delkor equipment, assist with machine disassembly, crating, and shipment, and manage parts shortages. Additionally, the role involves training other employees, ensuring adherence to safety and quality protocols, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Two-year Automated Packaging degree or equivalent experience.
Minimum of five years of experience as a packaging machinery assembler.
Experience in using various types of pneumatic and electrical tools, grinders, band saw, sanders, lifting and moving devices, saws and drills including an assortment of hand tools.
Possess required computer skills to navigate through Web Client, Composer, Navision, and Outlook.
Use Solid works to review drawings and determine any assembly issues with fit, form or function.
Assist with basic mechanical troubleshooting during the build process.
Must have basic knowledge and understanding of electrical, pneumatic schematics.
Understand, practice, and promote the 5S guidelines.
Ability to read, understand, and analyze machine drawings.
Able to adapt to a fast-paced environment.
Communicates clearly and effectively (verbally and/or non-verbally) to individuals and groups, internally and externally, to exchange ideas and convey detailed information accurately.
Works well with a variety of people and personalities, and with other Delkor departments.
Works collaboratively, as a team member, to suggest ideas and resolve issues in a positive manner.
Self-motivated and able to work independently and accurately with minimal supervision.
Able to maintain a positive workplace environment, even when encountering challenging situations.
Able to work on and troubleshoot unique custom designed equipment including third party equipment.
Able to problem solve and take direction regarding routine activities and problem resolution.
Stand and walk for a majority of the day.
Speak and hear to give and receive detailed information through verbal communication in person or using the telephone; exchange ideas and convey detailed information accurately to co-workers, managers, vendors and others inside and outside the company.
Apply physical mobility (reaching, bending, climbing, crawling, kneeling, arm and leg extension) to perform all assembly production activities.
Possess extensive arm and hand mobility and strength to lift, hold, reach, carry, push and pull parts.
Also able to move parts, tools, equipment and materials in and out of vehicles.
Lift 40 pounds regularly; occasionally lift up to 75 pounds with assistance.
See and judge distances and space relationships to successfully complete detailed activities to find tolerances, including reading written plans and other documents.

Nice To Haves

Improve skills and competency by progressing through the skills matrix.

Responsibilities

Follows established safety protocols and procedures.
Wears Personal Protective Equipment and properly uses other safety equipment when required.
Corrects safety discrepancies and reports any machine or plant safety concerns to the Production Lead.
Ensures that work areas remain well organized and free of clutter.
Maintains 5S and workplace organization standards including daily clean up and weekly tasks.
Meets established quality standards and follows quality procedures.
Corrects quality discrepancies and reports any quality concerns to the Production Lead.
Ensures all Quality Checklists are properly completed.
Works efficiently and provides continuous improvement ideas for cost reduction and waste elimination.
Responsible for accurate labor reporting.
Completes work in a timely manner; advises the Production Lead if dates are not going to be met.
Trains other employees by following Delkor training system.
Proficient in the assembly process of machines including formers and closers.
Navigates SolidWorks models and drawings to determine problem(s) and clarify the build process.
Performs the assembly process of loaders and special machines.
Completes a Production Concerns request when discrepancies are discovered.
Completes an Engineering Change Request (ECR) for machine continuous improvement ideas.
Assembles machines per the build book and other documented requirements.
Has general knowledge of third-party equipment and is able to integrate with Delkor equipment.
Returns stock parts on machine build/machine checkout properly.
Assists with disassembling, crating, and shipment of machines.
Understands parts shortages and priorities and communicates shortages as appropriate.
Performs other tasks or duties as assigned.