What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Technician - 2nd Shift position at The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc. and Careers?
Description
The Production Technician setups, adjusts, and verifies programming for the operation of CNC equipment, manual and automated assembly equipment, and auxiliary equipment in the Sprinkler Department.
Key Responsibilities
- Promote a safe workplace by performing all tasks in a safe and thoughtful manner in compliance with all rules, procedures, instructions, devices, equipment and use of appropriate personal protective equipment. Maintain vigilance for any hazardous conditions or practices in the workplace and immediately report any unsafe condition or practice to your supervisor.
- Works from established programs, drawings, specifications, operational data, and set-up instructions defining and coding tools, fixtures and material clamping methods, machine calibrations and console settings
- Recognize and report errors in programming and operations, and collaborate with the Maintenance and Manufacturing Engineering Departments
- Support new product launches to include first article, RFP, and RFS production stages
- Diagnose operating difficulties and make appropriate remedial adjustments to realign the machine, change tooling, adjust offsets, recalibrate limits and repair minor tooling malfunctions, to correct operational dimensional deviations, and verifies parts after said adjustments
- Establish, scheduling, and conduct preventative maintenance functions
- Recommends tooling applications and operational sequences to assist in formulating practical programming for new, improved, and unusual production requirements
- Perform first piece quality checks using a variety of precision measurement equipment
- Maintain proper records regarding machine maintenance, spare parts, purchases, downtime, and in process reject analysis, process history/logs, setup/changeover checklists, etc.
- Identifies continuous improvement opportunities and project tasks to manage and implement appropriately
- Responsible for making sure the area is clean and safe by maintaining and promoting the Company's 5S program
- Performs other duties as directed
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Working knowledge of calipers, indicators, volt meters, ring gauges, and other types of gauges to identify and adjust set-ups and improvement possibilities
- Well-versed in blueprints, materials, specifications, and drawings
- Well-versed in Total Predictive Management and Total Process Reliability concepts
- Ability to read and comprehend basic pneumatic, mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical schematics
- Ability to troubleshoot pneumatic, mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic systems
- Knowledge of hand tools and large scale machines
- Solid understanding of mathematics and the ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
- Working knowledge of machines and computers
- Knowledge of standard safety practices
- Knowledge of PLC programming/troubleshooting
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Outstanding organization and documentation skills
- Strong critical thinking skills using logic and analysis to identify strengths and weaknesses
- Prioritize and complete a variety of tasks in a timely manner
- Excellent verbal, written and reading comprehension skills
- Possess strong commitment to a team environment while working well with others
Job Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision and FSA are available the 1st of the month following your start date
- 401k with company match is available 1st of the month after 90 days of employment
- Company-provided Life Insurance is provided for you 1st of the month after 90 days of employment
- 3 PTO days after 60 days of employment (hourly and non-exempt positions only)
- 2 weeks of vacation after 6 months of employment
- 10 paid holidays - including your birthday!
- Paid weekly
About Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc
As a family-oriented private company, Reliable Automatic Sprinkler offers a welcoming and supportive work environment that values hard work, integrity, and teamwork. We manufacture all our fire protection valves and sprinklers in Liberty, South Carolina. This flagship advanced manufacturing facility houses our Product Development, Engineering, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Product Technology, HR, Marketing, Procurement, and Shipping teams. Our regional sales and distribution centers are across the U.S. and worldwide.
Salary : $23 - $28