Machine Technician - 2nd shift

Milwaukee Tool•Grenada, MT

About The Position

The Machine Technician 1 is an entry-level role responsible for manufacturing quality products by operating and maintaining equipment and processes to provide optimum customer service. The position supports the department’s safety, quality, and productivity, assists the Facilitator as required, and implements area-specific safety, quality, environmental, and company or plant policies. The technician contributes to continuous improvement efforts and works with Maintenance on preventative maintenance procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1–2 years of experience in a maintenance, mechanical, or technical field at Milwaukee Tool or a similar employer.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Ability to interpret technical data, including drawings and OMS.
Proficiency using common inspection and test equipment.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Nice To Haves

Technical certification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Automation.

Responsibilities

Know and follow all safety requirements and housekeeping policies and schedules in the work area.
Understand and use gauges in the cell; understand tolerances and make machine offsets to keep products within specification.
Use quality tools in the cell, including SPC and OEE.
Operate at least one department machine efficiently, with a target of 85% or better.
Perform machine setups and changeovers according to procedures and within the required time.
Troubleshoot equipment, including automated operations, tooling, controls, and sensors.
Assist Maintenance with preventative maintenance and participate in updates to preventative maintenance schedules.
Conduct routine equipment and product inspections and complete required documentation.
Perform minor equipment repairs and provide feedback documentation to Maintenance and the Supervisor as needed.
Notify the Supervisor or Department Manager about processes or equipment requiring attention.
Recommend and participate in continuous improvement projects to improve processes, productivity, and quality, especially corrective-action efforts.
Complete additional duties assigned by the manager or supervisor, including working other shifts as necessary.
Follow 5S practices in the assigned work area and throughout the department.
Assist the Facilitator as required and implement applicable safety, quality, environmental, and company or plant policies.