Tech, Operations

Automatic Spring Products Corporation • Grand Haven, MI

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About The Position

The Operations Technician is a hands-on, solutions-oriented role that bridges engineering and production. The technician supports supervisors, leads, engineers, and production operators by implementing efficient setups, training, troubleshooting issues, validating and maintaining automation systems, and executing process improvements. The role contributes to optimizing production performance, reducing waste, and standardizing methods across teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

The position also provides technical direction and mentorship to peers and junior staff. The technician uses manufacturing and automation expertise to improve machine efficiency, support continuous improvement, and maintain production equipment and processes.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in a technical or manufacturing support role.
• Demonstrated manufacturing troubleshooting and setup experience.
• Proven experience leading setups for complex machinery and mentoring technical staff.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, and industrial automation systems.
• Advanced proficiency in setting up mechanical/CNC machines, stamping presses, injection molding, or robotic systems.
• Skill in using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, dial indicators, and height gauges.
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, GD&T, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and other automotive quality standards.
• Strong understanding of PLCs, servo systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Experience with ERP and MES systems, such as Plex.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing tools, including 5S, SMED, and TPM.
• Trustworthy and dependable; coachable and eager to learn; proactive and persistent in problem-solving; strong communication and collaboration skills; and a solution-focused, safety-conscious mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Automation, or a technical discipline (optional).

Responsibilities

• Drive standardization across work processes, including documentation, guarding, tooling, and changeovers.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing uptime, reducing changeover times, and consolidating production processes.
• Analyze production, quality, and logistics data trends to identify recurring discrepancies.
• Manage projects from initiation to completion, ensuring objectives are achieved on time, within budget, and in alignment with business goals.
• Support Manufacturing by enhancing machine efficiency and reducing cross-department waste.
• Troubleshoot equipment using associated control systems and repair production equipment.
• Assist with designing, documenting, and implementing setups, tooling, equipment layouts, and operational protocols.
• Participate in design reviews for dies, jigs, tooling, and machines.
• Maintain spare part inventories and document assigned asset information.
• Conduct machine capability and performance studies.
• Stay current on lean manufacturing methods, automation trends, and emerging technologies.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to peers and junior staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical coverage beginning on the first of the month following hire date.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Short-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Free ASPC Health and Wellness Clinic located in Grand Haven.
• $100 annually for safety boots.
• Prescription safety glasses program.
• Paid holidays, including the employee’s birthday.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed