Machine Technician

POSITION SUMMARY

The Machine Technician will be responsible for performing various tasks to set up, operate, monitor, troubleshoot and perform preventive maintenance on assigned machine(s). The Machine Technician will also be responsible for inspecting parts to specifications and adjusting, or tool changes as necessary to maintain quality specifications. This includes the ability to resolve minor component and quality issues as required maintaining expected production results, the ability to maintain production rate as stated on each BOM and the ability to identify difference in each product and verify quality standard of each part and verify process integrity of each cycle per set up sheets and Control Plans.                                

CORE FUNCTIONS

·       Perform preventative maintenance and can troubleshoot machine inefficiencies.                                                                                                                                     

·       Support and train operators on various machines.                                                                                                                                                                                                    

·       Operate machine to ensure continuous production at a constant rate of the correct product at high quality levels with minimal wasted time and materials throughout the entire shift while performing basic adjustments to ensure safe and efficient production of products.

·       Perform in-process inspections of parts throughout the production run and ensure they meet visual standards of acceptance.

·       Responsible for producing parts in the proper quantity as identified by the production schedule.

·       Perform necessary pre-operation activities to ensure proper equipment startup.

·       Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications and in a timely fashion.

·       Perform operational procedures to ensure the quality of the product produced.

·       Follow and commit to meet Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) for safety, quality, production, efficiency, and service requirements.

·       Report material utilization in the production report.

·       Ensure daily production report data is reported correctly and up to date. Recognize defective materials for color, surface blemishes, finish, and dimensions.

·       Identify the proper tooling required for pending production.

·       Inspect the condition of molds and component parts for damage and wear.

·       Inspect machine, conveyer and tools in department and notify Lead that a maintenance repair form is needed, or replacement tools are required.

·       Keep work cells, department, and fire-doors clear of trash and other obstructions that could hinder department performance/safety.

·       Maintain condition of work area to meet 6-S standards.

·       Communicate with team members and support teams. Maintain professional attitude offering support to Leads, Supervisors and Manager.

·       Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to assist whenever and in whatever capacity needed to ensure continuous production at a constant rate of the correct product at high quality levels with minimal wasted time and materials throughout the entire shift.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

·       High school diploma or GED is required.  Job experience will be considered in lieu of this requirement.

·       Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience preferred.

·       Prior experience operating manufacturing and process control equipment required.

·       Thermoforming, Injection Mold, or related machine operator experience required.

Required Licenses

·       Powered Industrial Truck Certifications required (Forklift, Reach Truck, Cherry Picker).

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

·       Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

·       Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

·       Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.

·       Gathers and analyzes information skillfully.

·       Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations.

·       Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

·       Ability to read and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic drawings and prints.

Travel

·       None.

COMPETENCIES

·       – Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

·       – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

·       – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

·       – Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.

·       – Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

·       – Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES

·       Individual Contributor: working team member with no oversight of others and no management responsibilities.           

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

·       This position is subject to Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.              

Physical Activities

·       This position is subject to the following physical activities: climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, crawling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.

Visual Acuity

·       The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly of fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.            

Working Conditions

·       The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, including heat, noise, vibration, and hazards from a production-based environment.