What are the responsibilities and job description for the Layout Technician position at Cates Control Systems, Inc.?
Description
Job Title: Layout / Staging Technician
Location: Plano, TX
Company: Cates Control Systems
About Us:
Cates Control Systems in Plano, TX is looking for a highly motivated and skilled Layout / Staging Technician to join our dynamic team. At Cates, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a talented group of professionals in a fast-paced and rewarding environment. If you thrive in a collaborative setting and are passionate about contributing to challenging and meaningful projects, we want to hear from you!
Position Overview:
As a Layout / Staging Technician, you will play a key role in ensuring hardware and materials are accurately laid out, installed, and organized for various projects. You will work closely with the project team to ensure all components are correctly staged and ready for assembly, contributing to the successful and timely completion of each project.
Key Responsibilities:
- Log in to the appropriate software database based on project number as shown on the drawings.
- Check out hardware from the parts staging area and ensure all necessary materials are available.
- Accurately lay out hardware and materials according to provided drawings and specifications.
- Drill and install parts onto the back panel as per the design specifications.
- Ensure all empty boxes are retained until the job is shipped.
- Keep track of and organize all paperwork related to each part and ensure it is kept with the corresponding panel.
- Cut and hole-punch enclosures as required by the project drawings.
- Install hardware on enclosures as needed for project completion.
- Identify and designate any hardware that needs to be shipped separately with the project.
- Return any unused hardware for the back panel or enclosure to inventory.
- Complete layout check sheets supplied with the project drawings to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Education and Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required; additional technical education is a plus.
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a similar role preferred.
- Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical components, with the ability to read wiring schematics.
- Experience with UL 508A and NEC standards.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Good project and time management abilities to ensure all tasks are completed on schedule.
- Physical requirements: Ability to stand, bend, and lift up to 75 pounds regularly.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to work with a team of professionals in an innovative and growing company.
- A collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued.
Apply Today!
If you're ready to make an impact and join a passionate team at Cates Control Systems, apply now to become a key part of our success. We look forward to seeing how you can contribute to our growing team!
More About Us
Cates Control Systems was founded over 40 years ago and is a systems integration company that partners with manufacturing firms to develop and implement automation solutions to increase production, improve quality and reduce costs. Our customers are extremely diverse and spread all over North America (and a few internationally). Our customers make roofing shingles, fry potato chips, roast coffee, process poultry and beef, distill water, bottle apple juice, and ship all over the world.
Cates is committed to delivering quality solutions that we stand behind through service and support. Our vision is to positively impact the lives of others. We are a fun, friendly company with a strong family atmosphere and 12 core principles that guide us at every step in our success. Our culture is firmly rooted in the values of honesty, integrity, commitment and reliability. To learn more, please visit us at www.cates.com.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10-hour shift
Experience:
- Layout Technician: 2 years (Preferred)
- hand tools: 2 years (Preferred)
- UL508a: 1 year (Preferred)
- read wiring schematics: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
Salary : $16 - $19
