Manufacturing Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Associates Degree and 1 year of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to read and understand mechanical, electrical/electronic, pneumatic and hydraulic drawings, schematics, and diagrams.
• Must be able to apply these technical skills in an effective manner.
• Must possess demonstrated interpersonal skills, including excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Employee may be required to assist in the development and build of prototype assemblies, to provide a level of technical expertise in identification, correction and repair of non-conforming materials.
• Documentation and notification of such discrepancies required per standard operational procedures.
• Proficient in basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the highest practicable safety and housekeeping standards.
• Organize and plan project tasks and workflow, using verbal and written communication.
• Liaise directly with representatives of materials and engineering departments as required to meet the customer expectations.
• Responsible for manufacturing quality, including workmanship, system functionality, and complete and proper packing. Provide corrective action feedback to responsible parties.
• Ability to read and build to electrical and mechanical prints.
• Ability to understand overall system design, function and operation.
• Effectively plan and implement the layout of system electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic components.
• Build and test system assembly and subassemblies; perform functionality checks, packing and field installations.
• Perform basic and intermediate systems functions which may include, software upgrades, TCP, Robot Calibration, Robot teaching, systems test, etc.
• Evaluate for fitness of use, system components, including Yaskawa Motoman standard components, vendor components, and special order parts.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair automation systems including electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment. Utilize equipment such as analyzers and meters.
• Utilize PLC, ladder logic and other test & evaluation systems for system operation, troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
• Interface with and assist customers with system runoff and installation.
• Assist co-workers and temporary employees with on the job training. Occasionally assist with development and presentation of training.
• Coordinate packing requirements with shipping department.
• Responsible for usage and disposition of material used in production.
• Responsible for care and usage of department tools and equipment.
• Assist in the preparation of worksheets, final system checkout sheets, and Yaskawa Motoman manuals, ISO documents and requirements. Responsible for updating checkout sheets.
• Perform collateral duties as assigned.
• Assist in the advancement of Quality Assurance and Kaizen programs. Recommend and assist in the implementation of safety, quality, productivity, customer and employee satisfaction improvements.
• Complete Manufacturing Technician Training Program including all applicable safety training in order to ensure product quality, productivity and timely project completion.
• May be required to travel to customer facilities to assist with install and start-up systems and equipment.