What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering Technician position at Hickok Waekon?
Position Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Education: High School Diploma / GED or equivalent vocational training required; Four-year engineering degree NOT required. Highly valuing hands-on manufacturing experience.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a mechanically-minded individual to fill an Engineering Technician role at our Greenwood manufacturing facility. If you love tearing machines down, optimizing production workflows, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and have a strong understanding of how parts fit together, we want you on our team. You will bridge the gap between abstract design and real-world floor production.
Key Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot, repair, and optimize mechanical components and production machinery on the facility floor.
- Identify bottlenecks in the manufacturing process and implement physical layout or tool improvements.
- Assist with equipment installation, routine preventative maintenance scheduling, and manufacturing workflows.
- Create clear, practical standard operating procedures (SOPs) or work standards for equipment operators. [1]
Preferred Skills & Qualifications:
- Mechanical Aptitude: Strong proven background in troubleshooting physical machinery, hydraulics, pneumatics, or mechanical assemblies.
- CNC Knowledge (Huge Plus): Experience with CNC machine setups, operations, minor G-code adjustments, or programming is highly desired.
- Tool Competency: Familiarity with standard manufacturing measurement tools (calipers, micrometers) and interpreting blueprint schematics.
- Problem-Solving Mindset: A strong track record of resolving mechanical issues directly on a production line.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person