Job Description

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assemble manufactured and purchased components to meet the specifications as indicated by assembly drawings. Assemblies may include complex arrangements and may require fitting and adjustment to meet close tolerances.
• Using the design package and customer specifications for reference; plan and coordinates work required to assemble systems and sub-assemblies
• Review jobs before assembly starts and interacts with engineering to obtain design clarification as required
• Assist and direct teams of technicians assigned to the build.
• Ensure that all print updates are being completed and that rework is properly recorded.
• Using established procedures for “Integration” perform setup and alignment of the system and sub-assemblies.  Repair and/or replace defective components of the system as required
• Responsible for resolving issues through technical problem solving and troubleshooting
• Participates in regular project status updates with project team and customers
• Responsible for mentoring (including feedback on skills and behavior), and providing guidance on safe work practices for Technicians
• Installation of custom assemblies on customer floor; may be required for scheduled or unscheduled onsite customer service on evenings or weekends
• Provide customer training when required

You’ll Be Great At

• Solving practical problems with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Math and communication skills
• High mechanical aptitude and be familiar with measurement tools
• Must have the ability to:
  • Read blueprints
  • Operate hand tools
  • Work independently and with others
  • Take direction and receive constructive criticism
  • Direct teams
  • Troubleshoot mechanical, PLC, hydraulic and pneumatic faults

Level of Autonomy and Authority

• Take direction from the Manufacturing Manager
• Work independently on broad assignments, receiving general instructions concerning objectives, priorities, and other operational relationships
• Assist and direct teams of Technicians and others as required

Key Requirements 

• A Certificate as a Machine Builder, Machinist, Maintenance Technician, or 10 years of equivalent work experience
• 5 years’ experience in building custom automated machines
• 5 years’ experience reading and interpreting drawings and solid models
• 2 years’ experience in a lead role
• Demonstrated knowledge of hand tools, power tools, and machine tools (Knee Mill, Surface Grinder, Lathe)
• 3 years’ experience using computers and computer software
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills
• Must be capable of working in a team environment and be able to maintain a positive attitude and consistent contribution to the projects assigned.

Working conditions

Manufacturing environment: May be exposed to loud noises, changing temperatures, machinery with moving parts, and exotic materials.

Equipment/machinery used

Machining and fabrication equipment (Knee Mill, Surface Grinder, Lathe, Drill Press, Welder), hand tools, power tools, laser alignment tools, computer, calculator, measurement tools, multi-meter, crane, fork truck, pallet-jack.

Physical requirements

Sitting, standing, kneeling, laying, stooping, crawling, reaching, pulling, lifting up to 50lbs regularly and 75lbs occasionally, typing, visual acuity, occasional travel (up to 25%) for extended periods including overnight and weekends.

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