REQUIREMENTS:

• Two year electrical/mechanical/or controls technical degree preferred (Associates) OR High school diploma and 5+ years manufacturing experience.
• Experienced in troubleshooting and repair of electrical and pneumatic controls including use of test equipment.
• Experienced in troubleshooting and repair of simple to complex mechanical equipment.
• Familiarity with sensors, thermocouples (TCs), switches, motors, and actuators.
• Ability to read/understand electrical, mechanical drawings, and machine specifications.
• Familiarity with PLC fundamentals as well as to work through logic for troubleshooting.
• Computer literate and understands Microsoft windows to locate files, edit, save, transfer, etc.
• Sound decision making and prioritization skills.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of the plant organization.
• PC proficient (Excel, Word, SharePoint, Passdown).

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Capable of using Diagnostic equipment.
• Basic understanding of PLC and/or Equipment Automation.
• PC - Data Analysis (Pl, etc.) - Capable of using a computer to plot and analyze data.
• Familiar with 2D/3D CAD modeling software.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

Provides troublechooting of equipment and process issues in a manufacturing facilities. Workds hands-on with manufacturing equipment and activities. Identifies and supports process improvements.

DAY TO DAY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1st point of contact to provide comprehensive electrical/controls/mechanical/equipment troubleshooting of production equipment issues.
• Responsible for monitoring area performance, identifying equipment/process issues, and following issues to closure.
• Simultaneously managing and troubleshooting multiple issues using sound technical principles to drive resolution
• Support Preventive Maintenance and equipment upkeep efforts.
• Directing maintenance personnel in the repairs, maintenance, testing, installation, and debugging of equipment.
• Work with a variety of groups including operators, other support technicians, engineers, and trades to coordinate and direct equipment startup, repair, troubleshooting, and process changes.
• Contribute to keep production teams current on processes, equipment, and procedures.
• As needed, develop, document, and deliver training packages for new or modified equipment to production and support groups in the plant.
• Assisting engineers in the design, troubleshooting, documentation, and implementation of new or modified production equipment.
• Maintain the systems and actions necessary to ensure compliance with department certification programs, quality system audit program, and ISO 14000 registration.
• Champion a safe work environment and help enforce all housekeeping and safety regulations.
• Participate on a trained spill team for the Glass Making areas, monthly spill drills, and projects