Technician, Machine Services

Georg Fischer•Irvine, CA

25d

About The Position

At GF, we see our company as a forward-thinking leader in our field. Since 1802, we have been embracing innovations and sustainable solutions of the highest quality that add value to people’s lives around the globe. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking, people-centered company where your ideas and contributions truly matter. This is your opportunity to make a real impact in a collaborative, international environment. To apply mechanical and electronic theory in the trouble shooting, repair and/or testing of a wide variety of fusion welding machines as well as other electronic components, products and systems. Also, accurately executes repair procedures as applied to machines, products and systems of the Company. Accountable for the quality of repair and test work and accuracy of records. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Repair, modify, assemble and calibrate all types of Fusion Joining Machines Ensures that the proper working welding equipment is shipped to customers Provides technical support via telephone to customers Evaluates and troubleshoots the machine and notifies the supervisor or machine coordinator of the recommended course of action in repairing and/or replacement of damaged parts Controls and adjust the mechanical alignments, checks the calibration and recalibrate the machine if necessary Completes the work order and ensures the proper listing of all parts pulled out of stock Clarifies customer-related questions directly or via supervisor and advises the supervisor Keeps record on each machine and brings machine history file up to date Strives to improve the machine repair procedures Keeps all the department personnel up to date with information Takes care of Company tools and property Watches the stock levels and informs supervisor or machine coordinator when levels are low Supports department with training as well as local and field repairs, as necessary Notice frequent machine problems, reports any trends to supervisor as well as tries to find possible solutions Analyze component failure for specifications using various analytical equipment Maintain historical data and report on prescribed frequency Work with customer on various tasks as needed Manage RMAs within cycle time goals Provides back up 24-hour technical support, as necessary Domestic or international travel as required. Capture contact information (phone log, etc.). Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge of electronic theory
Ability to read schematics, troubleshoot and repair electronic products
Ability to drive forklift.
Understanding of the operation of fusion machine systems
Ability to operate electronic and calibration test and equipment
Ability to discern various colors (wires, electronic components, etc.)
Ability to perform typical field activities including but not limited to: Ability to lift to 50 pounds. Occasionally. Climbing ladders. Using catwalks. Carrying equipment, tools, demo boxes, etc. Accessing small spaces.
Work is performed in a controlled office and manufacturing environment
Bending
Reaching with hands and arms
Standing
Must be able to talk and hear
Sitting more than 2/3 of the time.
Use of hands to finger, handle, or feel over 2/3 of the time.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma (or equivalent), preferred
Associate’s degree in Electronics or an equivalent, a plus
Three years’ experience in electronics manufacturing in repair/analysis or related area, a plus
Ability to drive forklift, a plus.
Completion of fusion machine welding classes, a plus
Proficient personal computer skills; familiar with Microsoft Office a plus.
SAP experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Repair, modify, assemble and calibrate all types of Fusion Joining Machines
Ensures that the proper working welding equipment is shipped to customers
Provides technical support via telephone to customers
Evaluates and troubleshoots the machine and notifies the supervisor or machine coordinator of the recommended course of action in repairing and/or replacement of damaged parts
Controls and adjust the mechanical alignments, checks the calibration and recalibrate the machine if necessary
Completes the work order and ensures the proper listing of all parts pulled out of stock
Clarifies customer-related questions directly or via supervisor and advises the supervisor
Keeps record on each machine and brings machine history file up to date
Strives to improve the machine repair procedures
Keeps all the department personnel up to date with information
Takes care of Company tools and property
Watches the stock levels and informs supervisor or machine coordinator when levels are low
Supports department with training as well as local and field repairs, as necessary
Notice frequent machine problems, reports any trends to supervisor as well as tries to find possible solutions
Analyze component failure for specifications using various analytical equipment
Maintain historical data and report on prescribed frequency
Work with customer on various tasks as needed
Manage RMAs within cycle time goals
Provides back up 24-hour technical support, as necessary
Domestic or international travel as required
Capture contact information (phone log, etc.)
Other duties as assigned