Set Up Technician II GC

ZF Group • Gray Court, SC

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Be part of our ZF team as Set Up Technician II GC and apply now! Position Summary: Set up and operation of metal-cutting machines

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED (General Education Diploma) equivalent and Associates Degree in a technical field or five (5) years’ experience in a related technical area with technical certifications.
• Demonstrate understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics.
• Demonstrate understanding of PLC Program Logic.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize Microsoft Office software: Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot automated equipment using Siemens (Step 7) software ladder logic.
• Demonstrated ability to write CNC programs (SINUMERIC 840D).
• Demonstrated experience in Motor / Motor Drive Troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated experience in Hydraulic Component Troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated basic understanding of robotics

Responsibilities

• Set up conventional, CNC and robotic machines for Hobbing, Hard & Rotational Turning, Power Honing, Interior Honing, Lapping, & Laser Welding.
• Thorough knowledge of CNC programming G & M code programming.
• Maintain gage integrity and ensure proper function.
• Perform tool changes and changeovers.
• Provide materials and prepare tools.
• Adjust speeds, feeds and tools according to blueprints and setup sheets.
• Optimize machining sequences by changing tool order, program sequences, and fixtures.
• Train future Setup Technicians.
• Perform first piece inspections, gain approvals and adjust settings as necessary.
• Insert, clamp and align work pieces.
• Perform tool trials and studies.
• Check parts for dimensional accuracy and consistency.
• Correct setting data, fixations, etc.
• Investigate errors, initiate corrective actions and track progress.
• Define the sequence of production orders in machine utilization to align with the scheduled production program (e.g. variants, testing).
• Process and present indicators of productivity and capacity.
• Ensure compliance with default values.
• Conduct testing as required.
• Resolve disturbances (e.g. change and adjust equipment).
• Communicate descriptions of disturbances to the maintenance leadership
• Initiate activities of process optimization.
• Maintain coolant systems integrity per specification.
• Understand and comply with TS 16949 and ISO 14000 requirements.
• Supports and complies with established Company’s Corporate Principles.
• Other duties as it relates to this position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree