Automation Technician/Machine Builder

Qualifications:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required. Certificate in Machine Building, Machinist, or Maintenance Technician and/or completed apprenticeship is preferred.

3-5 years of hands on machine assembly experience.

Electro-mechanical Technician

Experience as a toolmaker or machinist is preferred.

Must have an understanding of electrical circuits both AC and DC voltage with experience in print reading, interpretation, and panel wiring.

Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems and ability to assemble like components per print requirements.

Proficient in the use of machine tools, such as lathes, surface grinders, and milling equipment.

Troubleshooting and maintenance experience is preferred.

Must be capable of verifying part conformance using measuring instruments such as scales, calipers, multi-meters, indicators, gauges, and micrometers.

Must be self-directed, motivated, and able to meet deadlines.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Building and troubleshooting mechanical assemblies, mechanical components, hardware and equipment with quality and timely focus to build special-purpose custom machinery, robotic work cells, injection mold screws and Rotary Platens.

Responsibilities:

Plan and coordinate work required to assemble systems and sub-assemblies according to assembly blueprints and engineering intent.

Perform machine build integration support and installation tasks.

Perform setup and alignment of the system and sub assemblies.

Repair and/or replace defective components of the system as required

Work with the project team to provide the customer with a complete and functional system.

Participate in tear down and shipping of equipment

Reassemble equipment at delivery site to gain customer buy-off.

Provide customer training when required.

Travel to customers sites as required for installation and reintegration of systems.

Set and maintain departmental goals in keeping with company objectives.

Provide necessary documentation and support for machinery Operating Manuals.

Make recommendations for quality and cost improvements.

Ability to perform and test machine wiring and plumbing of pneumatic and hydraulic circuits.

Assist in vendor follow-up as it related to ordering, scheduling, and receiving of components.

Building and troubleshooting mechanical assemblies, mechanical components, hardware and equipment with quality and timely focus to build special-purpose custom machinery, robotic work cells, injection mold screws and Rotary Platens.