POSITION SUMMARY:
The Manufacturing Engineering Technician serves as the primary technical resource for the manufacturing facility, supporting production through advanced electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, equipment reliability, technical documentation, continuous improvement, and product development.
Working under the direction of the Manufacturing Manager, this position supports the operation, maintenance, and improvement of manufacturing equipment, including custom-built production systems, while partnering with Maintenance, Production, equipment vendors, and external engineering resources.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical, controls, mechanical, pneumatic, and process-related equipment issues.
• Troubleshoot and support PLC-controlled equipment, VFDs, motor controls, sensors, and industrial electrical systems.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
• Support equipment startups, modifications, and capital improvement projects.
• Provide after-hours technical support for critical equipment failures when necessary.
Maintain and update:
• Electrical schematics
• Mechanical drawings (SolidWorks)
• Bills of Material (BOM)
• Spare parts lists
• Equipment documentation
• Troubleshooting guides
• Preventive maintenance procedures
• Improve equipment reliability through preventive and predictive maintenance initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Assist in developing standardized troubleshooting and maintenance practices.
• Coordinate with outside engineering consultants, equipment vendors, and contractors.
• Support implementation of new equipment and process improvements.
• Assist the Manufacturing Manager with technical evaluations, equipment modifications, and long-term equipment planning.
• Support the development and introduction of new products into manufacturing.
• Assist with process development, equipment modifications, tooling, and manufacturing trials for new products.
• Evaluate processes and recommend improvements to enhance quality, efficiency, and production readiness.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Operations during product launches and process validation.
Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.
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This company is involved in the maintenance and repair of production machinery and plant facilities.