PM Field Service Technician

KRC Machine Tool Solutions•Seattle, WA

12d

About The Position

ABOUT KRC MACHINE TOOL SOLUTIONS KRC Machine Tool Solutions is a provider of machine tools and services specializing in helping customers maximize their production requirements through unique solutions. Established in 1989, we are known nationwide as the premier provider in the areas of unique machine builds, CNC retrofitting, machine rebuilding, and machine tool services and repair. At KRC, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the most talented leaders in the Machine Tool Industry. We are looking for passionate people to join our team, who are excited to help us build the future generation of this industry. Our passion is in solving customer’s problems and creating unique solutions that no other company can provide. In order to accomplish our goal of being the best, we understand our people have to be our #1 asset and we are fully committed to investing in your success. WORK SUMMARY: Perform a wide variety of tasks associated with servicing, repairing or operation of most CNC machine tools. With little or no supervision must have the ability to create and document machine specific detailed vibration analysis, Oil analysis, and thermal measurement procedures and plans. Accurately estimate times of completion for each specific piece of equipment to be calibrated, and maintain a revolving schedule that will accomplish the calibration of multiple machine tools and equipment. Excellent mechanical aptitude, communication and computer skills are a must. Coordinate with production and maintain the Annual Calibration schedule. Adjust the schedule when compliance is prohibited. Maintain and analyze compiled historical documentation in order to predict equipment failures and issues. Overtime and shift designation is dictated by the necessity of maintaining the Annual Calibration Schedule. Advanced operation of CNC controls from different manufacturers. Work closely with customers, vendors, OEM’s, and other KRC personnel. Independently organize and complete a successful service call. Assist other service engineers, and preventive maintenance technicians.

Requirements

Ability to read, write and comprehend English instructions
High School diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Requires minimum of 3 years of related experience with extensive knowledge of hand tools and measuring equipment.
Must possess strong mechanical and electrical aptitude combined with strong organizational and process skills.
Ability to read and understand technical manuals and blueprints.
Accurately follow written and verbal instructions, procedures and recommendations.
Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics.
Ability to use indicators, thermal measurement equipment, Ballbar, and vibration analysis equipment.
Must be willing to work in a repetitive production environment with concern for meeting cost, quality and schedule requirements.
Extensive knowledge of customer’s safety practices and procedures.
Fork Lift, Scissor Lift, and Boom lift Training and Certification
Working knowledge of KRC company policies.
Manual dexterity
Strong computer skills in CMMS, Microsoft Word, Excel and Renishaw Software.
Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time.
The ability to work as a team player as well as independently is required.
Ability to climb ladders safely
Able to travel by Plane and Rent cars – Possibly International
Lift up to 50 pounds
Withstand loud noise of a machine shop environment.

Responsibilities

Develop and document a detailed procedure for the Calibration and collection of relative predictive data for several specific pieces of equipment throughout the customer’s facility.
Set up and operate, Renishaw Ballbar, vibration analysis equipment, and thermal measurement equipment.
Record and analyze Thermal, Vibration, and Ballbar readings, and compare to historical data, in order to predict equipment failures and non-compliance factors.
Verify in advance, with Production that all equipment to be calibrated is fully functional and available for calibration.
Ensure that all measurements and readings of the required historical data have been gathered and documented during the Calibration procedure.
Final power on and runoff of the equipment, resolution of any issues created by the Calibration activities.
Coordinate the release of the machine back to the customer for use in production.
Generate any and all Equipment Repair work orders resulting from discoveries made during the Calibration, or from the analysis of the calibration documentation.
Update or modify the Calibration Procedure in the effort of continuous improvement and efficiency.
Follow up with the customer, post calibration, to ensure the machine is fully functional, and to report any deviation in Calibration specifications or standards.
Update historical data and readings in the CMMS software and store any other historical data for further analysis.
Analyze the recorded data from each calibration procedure in an effort to predict equipment failure / compliance.
Develop Calibration Reports, complete with analysis and recommendations, to identify and provide calibration findings, and predictive analysis to the Facilities Manager and the production group.
Accurate and timely reporting of job related hours and expenses.

Benefits

Training & Tuition Reimbursement
Company paid Uniforms and Cell Phones
Company truck provided for field service engineers
Paid Vacation, Sick Time and Holidays.
Health Insurance, Vision, Life, Dental, Long & Short-Term Disability, 401k Profit Sharing
Referral Bonus Program of $5000
A Positive & Development Oriented Work Environment

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