Technician Production II or III

Crane Co.•Burbank, CA

55d•$28 - $43

About The Position

The Technician II-Production is responsible to test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify production of assigned products, parts, equipment, and systems under limited direction, in support of high-volume low-mix production test operations.

Requirements

Experience: 3-5 years of experience in a related field, or equivalent educational experience
Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of methods and procedure in troubleshooting, circuitry or mechanical characteristics as related to area of assignment and ability to devise and adapt; Familiarity with product flow through a manufacturing or repair environment; Working knowledge of computer systems
Skills: Good oral expression and comprehension (communicate through speech so others will understand and listen to and understand information and ideas presented through speech); Good written expression and comprehension (communicate in English through writing so others will understand and read and understand information and ideas presented in English through writing)
Abilities: Ability to learn new test software and equipment and to identify abnormal conditions in equipment and product; Manual and finger dexterity (ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects)
Ability to make precisely coordinated movements; Ability to work in multiple software systems, including time enter, data enter, on-line training PDM and MRP systems
Education/Certification: High School diploma or equivalent

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
Knowledge of practical application of engineering electronics, science, and technology including applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming

Responsibilities

Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues in production test operations through completion
Perform all testing operations within assigned functional area
Certify as a Crane Designated Quality Assurance Inspector to perform product inspections as required
Create non-conformance reports including detailed description of testing performed, resulting failure and initial root cause investigation results
Interpret and work in accordance with work orders, and engineering drawings, functional and acceptance test procedures, failure reports, manuals and all other applicable engineering and production specifications
Calibrate or otherwise adjust assigned units by such means as potentiometer adjustment, clocking or other positioning, shimming, tension or coil adjustments, bearing and gear adjustments, as appropriate for specific unit; Make required mathematical calculations for voltage, resistance, current, impedance, amplification, flow rate and mass, mechanical dimensions and adjustments
Perform automated testing and performance testing using a variety of automated testing equipment and special test console to simulate in-service specifications, including but not limited to: vibe, burn in, thermal cycle and leak test, or hydraulic testing
Perform manual testing involving setup, adjustment, operation and interpretation of results from standard and special purpose test equipment, applicable to assigned product area, such as differential and multi-meters, signal generators, power supplies, bridges, oscilloscopes, altitude chamber, flow meter and hi-pot, or hydraulic valves
Test units in other programs not normally worked on, and units of greater complexity under close supervision
Practice safe work habits as established by OSHA and Crane policy
Supports Crane Business System (CBS) initiatives including 5S, KPI's, Standard Work, Problem Solving, and other initiatives as they arise
Flexible and willing to work overtime as necessary
Any other task assigned by supervisor or management
Support customer visits
Support internal and external audits
Perform minimal work under a microscope or soldering