What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Engineering Tech position at Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation?
Under general direction, supports the efficient manufacturing of existing products and introduction of new products through the entire process from concept to customer; with a focus on the manufacturing deliverables thatimpactthe operations.
Thishands onpositionfocuses onconceptualizing, specifying,debuggingand supporting the equipment necessary to improve cost and consistency (variability reduction).
Duties and Responsibilities
Develops,implementsandmaintainsmethods, operationsequenceand processes in the manufacture or fabrication of parts, components, sub-assembliesand final assemblies.
Takes initiative to define, analyze, and lead implementation of process improvement projects inmanufacturing. Continually seeks out improvement opportunities. Works with others tosuccessfully implement these activities.
Install and troubleshoot automation equipment for molding and stamping machines and secondary operations to achieve a fully integrated work cell.
Purchase components needed to repair and upgrade automation equipment.
Create and/ormodifyexisting end of tooling and automation equipment.
Interface automation equipment to achieve integrated work cells.
Make observations and implement action items to reduce cycle time, improveefficiencyand productivity.
Estimates manufacturing cost,determinestimestandardsand makes recommendations for tooling andprocessrequirements of new or existing product lines.
Maintains records and reporting systems for coordination of manufacturing operations.
Works on issues of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of relevant factors.
Exercisesjudgment within defined procedures and practices to determineappropriate action.
Performs work based on theoretical engineering principles and creative application of related tasks. Applies engineering problem solving skills to perform duties and responsibilities.
Receives assignments in the form ofobjectiveswith goals and the process by which to meet goals.
Education and Experience Requirements:
Associates degree in related field and/or equivalent experienced
Minimum three(3)years' experiencein a manufacturing environment, includingexperiencewithPLC's and other robotics
Strong interpersonaland communicationskills
Experience with lean manufacturing techniques
Passionate about problem solving and executing improvements within the business