Description

POSITION PURPOSE

The Engineering Technician provides technical support to management, manufacturing, and engineering teams on approved projects. This position resolves issues and provides workable solutions to product and product quality concerns. This position creates prototypes for evaluation. The Engineering Technician leads the process of preserving and maintaining APC assets and investments by extending their useful life and value.

POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions

1. Create prototypes for engineering evaluation per specification.

2. Provide testing support for the Engineering Department on projects.

3. Document test results based upon a pre-approved test plan.

4. Assist in creating manufacturing fixtures and jigs to improve production efficiencies and support lean manufacturing.

5. Provide detailed training to the manufacturing staff on the proper use of equipment.

6. Act as a liaison and facilitate activities between APC and maintenance contractors.

7. Manage Preventive Maintenance Program facilities, equipment, vehicles.

8. Perform minor maintenance of facilities, equipment, vehicles.

9. Lead the installation of manufacturing equipment as specified by the Engineering Department.

10. Create manufacturing fixtures and jigs to improve manufacturing efficiency and support Lean manufacturing.

11. Provide detailed training to the manufacturing staff on proper use of equipment.

12. Suggest improvement in manufacturing processes.

13. Perform Quality Control duties as assigned.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS

1. Suggest improvements in manufacturing processes.

2. Support the Dealer Support Department on unique product requirements.

3. Assist in fabrication of marketing displays and samples.

4. Support product assembly in manufacturing.

5. Provide support to manufacturing in receiving and stocking materials.

6. Assist in the installation and planning of plant layout as specified by manager.

7. Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. As needed for projects.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the following education and/or experience.

1. Bachelor’s degree in engineering or an associate’s degree with advanced experience, or 20 years pool cover industry experience without a degree is required.

2. Minimum of ten years’ experience in hands-on manufacturing in a team environment is required.

3. Minimum of five years’ experience with light-manufacturing machine repair is required.

4. Valid driver’s license is required.

5. Forklift and aerial lift operator certification is required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Mechanical knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

2. Basic computer skills.

3. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

4. Ability to read and follow written instructions.

5. Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.

6. Basic mathematical skills.

7. Ability to prioritize, organize, and work independently with minimal supervision.

8. Ability to operate heavy machinery, basic hand tools, and power tools.

9. Knowledge of manufacturing processes, mechanics, and basic quality principles.

10. Ability to work as part of a team.

11. Ability to work additional hours beyond eight hours per day and weekends as required.

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.

1. Ability to stand, sit, kneel, crawl, and move often throughout the workday.

2. Ability to use mechanical and electrical equipment.

3. Ability to work in high places, including an ability to use a ladder or lift.

4. Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and push or pull up to 150 pounds.

5. Ability to see, including the use of color perception and peripheral vision; an ability to hear and speak clearly.

6. Ability to read reports, orders, blueprints, diagrams, and other documentation.

7. This position is frequently exposed to noise, cold or hot temperatures, dirt/dust, moving parts, fumes/odors, and heavy machinery and equipment.