Mechatronics Technician

General Summary of the Job:

This job provides electrical support in a continuously operating manufacturing facility which makes Tier 1 automotive parts. Prinicipal equipment includes extrusion lines, complex auomated secondary equipment, injection molding machines with auxiliaries, power punch presses and other power equipment. Expedient repair or replacement of equipment or components is necessary to maximize process uptime. New equipment installation is required as necessary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demostrate best practice safety attitude and performance.
• Troubleshoot and maintain custom electro-mechanical equipment, automated work cells, vision systems and multi axis robotics
• Troubleshoot and de-bug PLC programs with varying levels of complexity
• Provide effective electrical troubleshooting of electrical and electronic circuits
• Pocess a working knowledge of adjustable speed AC and DC drives and motors
• Pocess electrical, computer literacy and ability to read and interpret electrical drawings
• Initiate and complete technical activities leading to new and/or improved production processes.
• Perform preventive maintenance on plant systems and equipment

REQUIRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED and 2-year technical degree with 1-3 years experience.
• Demonstrable industrial/manufacturing experience

REQUIRED SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Possess the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Possess the ability to interact effectively with all levels within the organization
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk; frequently is required to use hands, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. May require frequent lifting of 30+ lbs.

REQUIRED DECISION-MAKING and ORGANIZATION IMPACT:

• Must be able to work independently and capable of making sound decisions
• Know when additional help to solve a problem is necessary and ask for it

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

• This job reports to the Maintenance Supervisor
• Maintenance Supervisor reports to Engineering Manager
• The Engineering Manager reports to the Plant Manager

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Well lit, clean, air conditioned manufacturing plant
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to machinery with moving parts typical of a manufacturing environment, may be occasionally exposed to fumes.
• Earplugs and safety glasses are required PPE in this area. Additional PPE may be assigned as required.

You should be proficient in:

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Maintenance and Repair Skills

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
• Conveyor Systems
• Servo Motors