Automation Technician II

Who We Want:

Provide production support by performing setup, troubleshooting and operations of automated welding cells within a production facility, as well as implementing best practices and proactively assess welding/robotic applications, as well as mentor Auto Technician Trainees

What You'll Do:

• Demonstrate proficiency while troubleshooting automated welding cells to effect permanent change in order to eliminate cell down time.
• Document and record all improvements and changes within the process in an ERP system.
• Follow all safety procedures and protocols while servicing or maintaining equipment
• Mentor Auto and Weld Technicians
• Ability to execute with proficiency all duties and responsibilities requirements of weld technician
• Prioritize tasks within the facility relating to weld troubleshooting, set-up coordinated with production
• Demonstrate proficiency in troubleshooting using prints, multi meters, amp meters, etc
• Perform, train and critique equipment preventative maintenance
• Plex utilization (downtime codes, note entry, documentation, locating part listings/prints, etc.)
• Troubleshoot electrical components and circuits (Connecting circuit breakers, transformers, or other components in a junction box or panel)
• Make proper connections of the following communication protocols: fiber optics, Ethernet, DeviceNet
• Modify and perform basic programming of robots in all robotic applications such as ABB and Fanuc.
• Advanced weld troubleshooting for all welding applications (drawn arc, GMAW, resistance welding, Air over Oil systems, etc.)
• Properly troubleshoot and adjust pneumatic systems
• Troubleshoot and adjust weld fixtures
• Basic understanding of hydraulic systems (process, functions, etc.)
• Setup and troubleshoot Poke Yoke systems and applications
• Weld troubleshooting

When and Where:

This will be a 1st Shift / 6:30AM-2:30PM M-F; 2nd Shift 2:30PM-10:30PM M-F; or 3rd shift 10:30PM-6:30AM M-F position located at our Plant in Holland, Mi.

What You Need to Have:

• Technical Skills – Can read and interpret electrical prints, wiring and ladder diagrams, schematics, and other technical literature. Ability to use multi-meter, oscilloscope, or other electrical testing equipment.
• Understanding of electrical, robotic, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. Ability to create, modify, and troubleshoot robot programs. Ability to disassemble, repair, and reassemble machinery and equipment. Proven mechanical and equipment repair skills.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety, environmental, LOTO and procedural guidelines. Reports potentially unsafe equipment, materials, or situations to supervision or management.
• Continuous Improvement - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses. Pursues training and development opportunities. Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills while sharing expertise with others.
• Quality – Understand, explain, and follow the company's Quality Policies while looking for ways to improve and promote quality while cutting cost.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Works well in group or by oneself in problem solving situations.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner. Reacts well under pressure. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Keeps commitments. Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person if an alternate plan is needed. Looks for ways to conserve organizational resources.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views. Gives and welcomes constructive feedback. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Puts success of team above own interests. Able to build morale and group commitments to achieve goals and objectives. Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect, inspires the trust of co-workers, and performs work ethically and with integrity. Upholds the organizational values. Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences of others. Promotes a harassment-free environment.
• Attendance/Punctuality/ Dependability - Is consistently at work and on time. Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Follows instructions, responds to management direction. Takes responsibility for own actions.
• Initiative/ motivation - Volunteers enthusiastically, demonstrates persistence, and overcomes obstacles by setting and achieving challenging goals. Seeks increased responsibilities. Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict. Maintains confidentiality. Listens to others without interrupting. Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, listens and gets clarification. Responds well to questions. Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively. Presents numerical data effectively. Able to read and interpret written information.

Challenge Manufacturing is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact the respective Talent Acquisition Partner.

Challenge Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Challenge Manufacturing will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a forma complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Challenge Manufacturing's legal duty to furnish information.

Due to customer requirements, it is prohibited by federal export control laws from transferring controlled information and technology to "Foreign Persons" except as specifically authorized by the U.S. government. In the absence of such authorization, access to controlled information or technology must be limited to "U.S. Persons." Accordingly, in order to comply with export control laws, the customer is required to verify a contractor's status as being either a "U.S. Person" or a " Foreign Person."

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