Production Technician

Ellsworth Adhesives•Sparks, NV

50d•Onsite

About The Position

Ellsworth Adhesives, a global, industry-leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and adhesive manufacturer, is seeking a Production Technician for its Ellsworth Dispensing Solutions (EDS) division in Sparks, NV. This role involves assembling highly customized automated adhesive dispensing equipment according to customer and engineering specifications, using hand tools, power tools, and other equipment. The technician will also be responsible for testing and calibrating parts and mechanisms to ensure they meet tolerances and quality standards, and may repair or refit components that fail testing. Ellsworth Corporation is a global leader specializing in the distribution, manufacturing, and custom packaging of adhesives, specialty chemicals, and dispensing equipment, known for its expert assistance, valuable services, and extensive experience.

Requirements

3 + years assembly, technical or mechanical experience
High School/ GED. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered
Very strong mechanical aptitude
Familiarity with mechanical and electrical concepts
Experience in the use of hand and power tools and knowledge of tool safety
Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work with small parts to assemble them into larger components
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints and electrical schematics
Demonstrated capability to follow established procedures and work instructions
Demonstrated capability to work without established procedures and work instructions
Able to ensure quality standards and targets are met

Responsibilities

Assembles highly customized automated adhesive dispensing equipment according to customer, engineering specifications, internal experience, and industry manufacturing procedures.
Uses hand tools, power tools, and other equipment to assemble units.
Tests and calibrates parts and mechanisms to ensure all components meet tolerances, product specifications, and quality standards.
May repair or refit parts or units that fail tests or tolerance levels.
Builds equipment frames and mechanical sub-assemblies using various hand and power tools.
Assembles electrical and plumbing components, such as plumbing and pipework, transformers, circuit breakers, terminal blocks, and printed circuit boards on the chassis panel.
Routes and connects wires and cables between individual component leads and other components, connectors, terminals, and contact points.
Reads and interprets engineering drawings, schematics and blueprints to assemble mechanical and electrical components.
Collaborates with Engineering to update Bills of Materials and other documents.
Uses cranes, hoists and lifts to position heavy parts and assemblies.
Verifies quality and accuracy of assembled components and equipment.
Uses gauges, calipers, micrometers, and height gauges.
Maintains good order and maintenance of all tools and equipment.
Maintains a safe work environment.