Automation Production Technician I

Coordinates activities with all stakeholders and ensures a holistic and systemic approach is taken to proactively mitigate equipment downtime and increase productivity. Engages others to work upstream and/or downstream of automated work cell to balance the flow of materials and information as it applies to production scheduling and changeover sequencing. Inspects and measures components to verify compliance with applicable drawings and specifications. Works collaboratively with individuals and teams to prepare for and engage in process and machine innovation. Develops and deploys the appropriate tools to improve the understanding and application of lean methodologies to achieve operational and strategic objectives. Fosters teamwork, collaboration, and learning by assisting in the development of implementation action plans, process documentation, conflict resolution, and after-action follow up.

Possesses the desire and ability to pursue continued educational opportunities for certification and actively pursues new knowledge in modern technology and best practices to support process and machine improvement initiatives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in performing setup, operation, tests, adjustments, and preventative maintenance tasks on production equipment.
• Assists in performing troubleshooting, problem solving, root cause analysis, and repair activities as it applies to equipment failures.
• After training, can proactively manage tool wear.
• After training, can prepare and test all equipment for safety and productivity prior to production run.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams and provides feedback for continuous improvement.
• Participates in training and/or coaching others on technical skills, tools, techniques, and problem solving.
• Possesses a working knowledge of applicable part numbers, materials, and processes.
• Understanding and participation in execution of the change management process.
• Ability to read and understand drawings and work orders.
• After training, can perform in process inspections and dimensional inspections of key characteristics and other attributes utilizing inspection devices (such as micrometer, caliper, optical measurement equipment, etc.) e.g. Certified Manufacturing Inspector (CMI), as per AS9162 type duties.
• Ability to complete work order posting requirements, loading and printing labels, issuing material, and verify count operations.
• Accurately completes all required documentation.
• General knowledge and understanding of Lean work practices.
• General knowledge and understanding of vision software and concepts.
• Possess mechanical aptitude.
• Understanding of various sensor types and functions.
• Applies knowledge of general safety and organization (6S), Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and Foreign Object Damage (FOD) requirements.
• Knowledge of Quality and Environmental Management System (QEMS).
• Assists in SPC, reaction plans, and execution of control plans.
• Awareness and understanding of MRB, Scrap, and NCR Processes.
• Report immediately all suspicious and hazardous conditions to a supervisor.
• Understand and observe all safety guidelines and assure quality and safety by complying with all appropriate CB policies and procedures.
• Assist in maintaining clean, orderly and hazard-free work areas.
• Able to work with minimal supervision, be a self-starter and be detail oriented.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate the following competencies:

• Ability to communicate effectively via verbal and written forms.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Basic computer navigation skills and experience with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, MAX MRP software or an ERP software, and Maintenance Connection.
• Expressly detail oriented.
• Must be able to perform duties from recall, written instructions, and visual aids.
• Ability to have uninterrupted engagement with duties for periods up to 4 hours.
• Ability to read and write English.
  
  
  

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) is required.
• 2 years of related production, maintenance, engineering, or automation experience required.
  
  
  

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND CHARACTER:

• Modeling of Click Bond’s Values: Integrity, Curiosity, Elegance, Agility, Responsibility, and Teamwork.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to use and be familiar with assembly and measuring tools, interpret visual aids, and must be able to perform statistical mathematics.
• Excellent written and verbal communicator and team builder.
• Must be a good listener and a good translator. Seen by others as objective.
• Ability to influence without authority. Capable of unlocking the human potential.
• Strong teacher, collaborator, and supporter of other departments and their missions.
• A lifelong learner, demonstrating regular curiosity and eagerness to gain new knowledge and ideas.
• A team player who can work with and influence people across the entire organization.
• Proficient in software applications, such as: MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Visio. 2D/3D drafting is desired.
• Ability to focus on details, as well as read, understand, and interpret drawings and visual aids.
  
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Light physical effort equal to frequent lifting or moving of lightweight materials. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Use of hand/fingers continuously through shift to manipulate components, tools, etc.
• Specific vision abilities required by their job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Regularly required to sit or stand for the length of shift, bend and reach.
  
  
  

CLICK BOND WAY - KEY ATTRIBUTES:

• Communicates respectfully to all team members, vendors, and visitors.
• Models a positive attitude.
• Actively listens to others and supports the team environment.
• Asks questions and learns from mistakes.
• Executes tasks with minimal errors in a timely and efficient manner.
• Attendance is consistent and meets or exceeds company standards.
  
  
  

Click Bond is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information or any other protected classification.

Click Bond complies with federal and state disability laws. Click Bond will provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Nancy Rodriguez, Director, People Operations at 775.885.8000 ext. 1245 or email: Nancy.rodriguez@clickbond.com