Robotics Technician/Engineer

Kopp Glass, a Pittsburgh-based manufacturer of high-performance, custom glass products, is seeking to hire a Robotics Technician/Engineer responsible for developing, implementing, and managing process parameters and resources for automated, robotic glass manufacturing technologies. This person takes a hands-on approach to equipment operation, adhering to key aspects of the Quality Management System (QMS) related to process improvement, product documentation, corrective action, and preventative action procedures while leading daily work order execution to fulfill customer orders. The role will support and perform critical preparatory and operational processes including activities associated with glass melting, forming, and analysis, blending the technical aspects with hands-on responsibilities.This is a fully onsite position that will be responsible for performing job functions in Rostraver Township (15012).

Primary Responsibilities:

Coordinates, executes, and optimizes the operation of production work cells including tooling, robotics, and forming, through implementation of engineering best practices in preparation to and during production. Leads and performs setup of equipment, operation of robotic and automated equipment, and evaluation of results from glass manufacturing work cells.

Works with the engineering team to accomplish the daily work plan, which could involve equipment maintenance, programming, repairs in a variety of robotic areas, inventory, equipment cleaning, forklift use, manufacturing, and other tasks as assigned.

Analyzes and resolves product related issues and sets up methods of prevention for future occurrences (root cause analysis and corrective action) through application of rigorous mechanical, glass science and engineering principles when executing the NCR/Corrective Action processes.

Develops part and process specific documentation for the integration of products into new or existing manufacturing processes while supporting the industrialization of small-scale processes into commercially viable large-scale operations.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's degree in robotics, electrical, mechanical engineering and/or engineering technology or related field. Bachelor's degree preferred.

Up to 5 years of manufacturing or robotics experience; Various positions available dependent on experience.

Proficient Microsoft Office skills including, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Proficient verbal and written communication skills.

Access to our facility (and therefore, employment) is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to U.S. Citizens and permanent residents of the United States. Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment will be required to provide information to determine whether they are subject to these regulations and, if so, to assess their country of chargeability for export control purposes.