Engineering Technician - 2nd shift at IFA ROTORION - NORTH AMERICA LLC

Summerville, South Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

CNC Programming, Troubleshooting, Preventative Maintenance, CAD Modeling, SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCad, PLC Logic, GD&T, Blueprint Reading, Pneumatics, Hydraulics, Electrical Schematics, 5S, Tool Design, Quality Inspection

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Job Summary: Provides overall technical support for complex CNC production machinery and equipment. Responsibilities include developing and optimizing manufacturing methods; diagnosing and troubleshooting equipment, process, and tooling issues; implementing preventative and predictive maintenance strategies; designing, fabricating, and executing long-term corrective actions to improve reliability, performance, and productivity. Performs highly technical work requiring independent judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making within established policies, procedures, and industry best practices. Works with minimal supervision while effectively managing priorities and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Essential Functions: * Provides technical assistance and support to manufacturing operations * Technical assistance in the operation and programming of CNC machining equipment * Technical assistance in operating production machines, machine changeovers, preventive maintenance and developing / maintaining process documents. * Ability to perform quality inspections using attribute and variable gauging. * Diagnoses and correct problems with production machinery. * Ability to create mechanical drawings for machine components. * Work in coordination with representatives from various machine builders and colleagues. * Be involved in machine installation and moves from a mechanical technician perspective. * Develop and design tools or fixtures as needed. * Participates in teams and cross-functional groups. * Assists engineering in the running of prototypes and new program development. * Ability to complete projects from beginning to end with little supervision. * Basic understanding of Pneumatic, Hydraulic, and Electrical schematics. Education: * Two-Year Technical Degree preferred, experience and certifications are considered. * Minimum 2 years of progressive experience in a manufacturing facility. * CAD modeling and detailing, SolidWorks, Creo, or AutoCad. * High School Diploma or equivalent. Experience: * Minimum 2 years of progressive experience in a manufacturing facility. * Basic Knowledge of PLC logic and related controls. Understanding manufacturing processes. * Ability to read blueprints and understand GD&T. * Knowledge of manufacturing process improvement methods such as 5S and Team Problem Solving. * Ability to interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and drawings. * Experience in machine building or automation troubleshooting. * Technical knowledge of machine tools and machining processes. * Technical knowledge of assembly processes. Desired – Education/Skills/Experience: * CNC machining experience. * High level of analytical ability where problems are complex. * High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others. * Effective written and oral communication skills. * General MS Office suite ability. Physical Requirements: * Must be able to walk/move about a 500,000 sq ft manufacturing facility: 90% of the time * Must be able to stand/walk/move about specific work area: 75% of the time * Must be able to bend/reach/twist/stoop: 40% of the time * Must be able to lift up to 30lbs on a frequent basis: 30% of the time * Must be able to lift over 30lbs on an infrequent basis: 10% of the time * Must be able to push/pull materials using motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment on an infrequent basis: 20% of the time * Must be able to sit at a workstation: 80% of the time * Must be able to work and operate a computer terminal: 80% of the time * Vision is required to analyze and process work; and to work on computer terminal/machine centers, etc. * Hearing is essential for safety reasons; and to communicate with employees, supervisors, managers, vendors, suppliers and customers via conversation, group meetings, and/or phone conferences * Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required AAP/EEO Statement IFA North America provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, IFA North America complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Responsibilities

Provides technical support for complex CNC production machinery, focusing on optimizing manufacturing methods and troubleshooting equipment issues. Responsible for implementing maintenance strategies and designing corrective actions to improve reliability and productivity.