Machine Tool Builder – Electrical Technician

Essential Functions:

•                     Wire & startup of standard and custom CNC machine tools

•                     Establish and confirm communication between CNC and PLC controls, servo drive systems and feedback devices

•                     Integrate machine and controls per drawings and schematics

•                     Assist with panel and pendant wiring

•                     Cross-train in other manufacturing and/or assembly areas

 

Job Duties:

•                     Work within the requirements for safety, with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for improvement

•                     Complete work order operations in a manner that best serves the production plan

•                     Set various machine switches for proper operation

•                     Compute & enter parameters into control

•                     Perform tests in a controlled environment, one compliant with ISO9001 quality system standard

•                     Document test results on standard inspection plans

•                     Record findings of nonconformities

•                     Perform machine runoffs and sample part qualification

•                     Provide cross-functional team support by troubleshooting wiring, software interface, and program errors

•                     Support the standardization of best practices

•                     Provide feedback to teams of lessons learned

•                     Support field service department needs

 

Necessary Competencies:

•         Mechanical drawing and electrical schematic interpretation

•         Critical thinking skills

•         Proficient verbal and written communication

•         Hand tools for wiring

 

Desired competencies:

•         Macro, G-code Programming, C+ programming

•         Advanced Mathematical Skills

•         MS Office product usage

 

Supervisory Responsibility:  This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment:  The work environment is an industrial setting.  The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

Physical Demands:  The technician could be standing for periods of up to 4 hours or more without breaks and/or moving around on the machine and also must be able to lift 50 pounds or more to shoulder height.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:  This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Education/Experience:  High school diploma or GED, machine panel wiring

Preferred Education/Experience:  Trade schooling and CNC experience