What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Technician position at DBG Arkansas, LLC?
We are growing and looking for an Automation Technician to join our team!
DBG Arkansas, LLC is a full-service organization that is committed to providing our customers with exceptional quality, on-time delivery, and cost-saving opportunities. Our operations in Conway, Arkansas include metal stamping, forming, painting, and assembly. The facility utilizes stamping presses, brake presses, roll forms, lasers, shears, and a multi-stage paint process. A concept of a finished products company providing parts and sub-assemblies to customers. Approximately 100,000 square feet of floor space and 50 acres are utilized for fabrication operations. An additional 350,000 square feet is available for future business growth.
We rely on the strength and experience of our Associates for our success. If this is a company that you would like to be a part of, we currently have opportunities for safety-conscious, qualified, motivated, team-oriented, and quality-focused individuals. We provide a comprehensive benefits package at exceptional rates to our Associates.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITY :
To support the Stamping, Assembly and Welding Zones by installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining all integrated machinery. Assist in the development and installation of new integrated programs and help to develop and implement a sound and dynamic preventive and predictive maintenance plan.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Maintain and encourage a safe work environment.
- Follow ISO / QS 9000 & TS16949 procedures.
- Install and test automated processes within the plant. Work closely with Engineering to ensure the successful launch and absorption by the Plant of new programs.
- Maintain automation machines to ensure they are working properly. This may involve setting up the equipment, monitoring its progress, watching indicators to ensure working correctly.
- Maintain and repair software designed for maintaining automation. This may involve virus or bug removal; reinstall or redesign software. Responsible for the day-to-day upkeep of these processes. Perform preventative maintenance, repairs and troubleshooting on robots, PLC’s, die protection and related equipment.
- Train Plant Associates how to run the equipment / machinery and understand the process behind the construction.
- Maintain technical manuals and print instructions on the equipment.
- May be required to write manuals and instructions.
- Responsible to make sure operators completely understand the automated process to their job needs. Mentor Production Associates to assist in the upgrading of their operational skills.
- Correct completion of time sheets in a timely manner.
- Mandatory participation in housekeeping in all areas of plant on a daily basis.
- Assist in Continuous Improvement of a preventative and predictive maintenance program for Robots, PLC integrated equipment.
- Assist in the skills upgrade of Millwrights and Electricians as it relates to robotics and PLC troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance.
- Arrange for and work with outside sub-suppliers as required to maintain, repair, and troubleshoot automated processes.
- Utilize best practices in assignment planning to make the most efficient use of resources, time, and material.
EDUCATION REQUIRED :
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED :
RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHERS :
Salary : $60,000 - $65,000
