Robotics and Automation Technician

Summary:  Responsibilities will include designing and maintaining robotic systems to ensure a downtime free performance in production, which includes planning and leading the developments, execution and completion of projects and start-up of new or modified automation equipment.

Provide Maintenance Technicians support in robotics and automation as well as training. Works with Maintenance Manager, Engineering Manager and Supervisors for more efficient production, suggests and implements procedural changes. Assists with preventive Maintenance Programs or any other project assignments. Daily activities include but are not limited to completing daily repairs and/or projects as assigned.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications

·         Minimum of 1 - 3 years’ experience in manufacturing environments developing and maintaining robotics and automation equipment

·         Preventive Maintenance Programs.

·         Project Management.

·         Associate Degree in Related Field (preferred).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

·         Committed to Safety, Health and Environmental excellence.

·         Ability to work effectively with people at all levels in the organization.

·         Team Player.

·         Good interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.

·         Self-starter able to work with minimal supervision.

·         Ability to work well under pressure.

·         Demonstrated ability to effectively implement change.

·         Strong related technical ability and good understanding of production processes and equipment (includes ability to read blue prints, schematics and math skills).

·         Excellent problem solving skills.

·         Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedural manuals.

·         Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

·         Willing to expand skills with education and training classes.

Additional Desired Qualifications

·         Communicates well with staff, management, and vendors.

Essential Functions

·         Identifies problems and issues in robotic systems, communicating with engineers, specialists, or other staff to diagnose and understand issues.

·         Provide technical expertise and guidance to production for application, selection/specification, installation, operation and maintenance of robotics, automation equipment, and systems.

·         Planning, prioritizing and managing multiple work activities simultaneously.

·         Providing leadership to the robotics and automation aspects of the design, start up and operation of the assets and work in a team environment to support business objectives.

·         Troubleshoots and repairs or corrects problems, which may include repairs and revisions to hardware (disassembly and reassembly of robots and peripheral equipment) and software (investigation of programming code for mistakes).

·         Installs, programs, reprograms, and repairs/maintains robots and equipment such as controllers, end-of-arm tooling, and conveyors.

·         Uses tools, templates, microscopes, and fixtures to align, fit, or assembly components.

·         Uses tools such as electronic voltmeters and oscilloscopes to test the performance of robotic assemblies.  Documents procedures and test results.

·         Evaluates the efficiency and reliability of industrial robotic systems; reprograms, calibrates, or makes recommendations for enhancements to achieve maximum quantity and quality.

·         Performs preventive and curative maintenance on robotic systems and components.

·         Maintains service records for automated production systems and robotic equipment.

·         Inspects installation sites and installs robotic systems.

·         Mentors entry-level Maintenance Technicians to develop their technical skills.

·         Assists with repairs and troubleshooting for maintenance technicians.

·         Performs Safety checks (such as Lock out/Tag out).

·         Understand and adherers to Company policies and procedures.

·         Strong orientation toward quality, safety and continuous improvement.

·         Keeps a neat and clean work zone (5S).

·         Performs other related duties and assignments as required.

Physical Demands

·         Hands on which includes periodically bending, reaching, kneeling, stooping, crawling, climbing ladders, moving and lifting heavy objects.

·         Stand or walk for up to 3/4 of the day.

·         Prolonged sitting at a desk and/or working on a computer

·         Lift objects up to 50 lbs.

·         Willing to adapt to changing plans and unscheduled events and irregular hours.

·         Willingness to work overtime.

Work Environment

·         Production environment (non-air conditioned).

·         Metal Manufacturing (loud and noisy).

·         Work near moving mechanical parts that cause vibration.

·         Work in high, precarious places.

·         Risk of electrical shock.

·         Personal protection equipment (required).