ILC - Manufacturing Engineer Technician

Trodat Trotec Group•New Bern, NC

9d•$25 - $30

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer Technician maintains and repairs machinery, plant equipment, tools, and systems used in manufacturing, shipping, and other production processes, and performs light facilities maintenance. The role supports production goals by responding to machine failures, maintaining equipment and safety systems, completing upgrades and installations, and keeping maintenance records and transactions up to date. The technician also supports quality, workplace safety, and cleanliness; handles general facility repairs; and communicates with the Manufacturing Manager, Human Resources, employees, customers, vendors, and outside machine shops as needed. The position works Monday through Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of experience in a maintenance capacity.
High school diploma or GED required.
Valid driver’s license and forklift license required.
Ability to operate all types of forklifts.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and work independently or as part of a team.
Basic to intermediate PC skills, including Windows, Microsoft Excel and Word, and internet use.
Ability to communicate effectively with all organizational levels, customers, and vendors, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to remain focused, maintain accuracy, meet daily deadlines, and meet performance expectations.
Comprehensive knowledge of quality assurance principles, methods, design, testing, and implementation.
Strong project, planning, change, and time management capabilities.
Good judgment and decision-making skills.
Understanding of flow manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, and 5S principles.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret written instructions and documents, including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to present information and respond to questions from groups of management.
Ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals, and apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to follow written or oral instructions, define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, interpret varied instructions, and address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Nice To Haves

Technical or associate degree.
Knowledge of machine control principles, wiring, and ladder logic PLC programs.
Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance on electronic, electro-mechanical, mechanical, and pneumatic equipment and production systems.
Respond to machine failures, diagnose issues, and restore equipment to operation in a timely manner.
Implement, diagnose, level, align, and commission machines.
Manage machine upgrade projects through completion.
Install safety guarding and monitor machine safety and improvement needs.
Fabricate parts and complete repairs using machining and fabrication tools, including lathes, milling machines, and welders.
Coordinate with machine shops and other vendors on complex repairs, spare parts, and machine builds.
Manage lamination roller inventory, including arranging grinding and recoating and tracking roller life and failure reasons.
Maintain maintenance work logs and work orders, including cost and labor tracking.
Perform general facilities maintenance, such as replacing light fixtures and air filters.
Maintain service quality by following organizational standards and maintain a safe, clean work environment.
Work with the Manufacturing Manager to meet production goals and objectives.
Complete SAP transactions as needed.
Report Workers’ Compensation incidents to Human Resources.
Bring employee issues and concerns to the attention of the Manufacturing Manager and/or Human Resources Director.
Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.