What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2nd Shift Controls Specialist position at Knapheide Manufacturing?
Position Overview:
Controls Specialist for robotic fabrication and assembly support/system build. Position requires the individual to provide support, guidance, & training to Automation Technicians. Provides advanced troubleshooting for electrical, mechanical, & programming failure modes. Must be self-starting and able to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Advanced troubleshooting of robotic adhesive applications, robotic weld applications, robotic material handling systems, and other industrial systems or machinery as needed.
- Evaluate and process Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) in PDM. Identify design impacts to automation systems and coordinate with Internal & External resources to resolve system incompatibilities.
- Non-Production programming of Robotics, PLCs, Cameras, Conveyors, & External equipment.
- Collaborate and direct internal teams to define roles and areas of responsibility as they pertain to automation.
- Modification of System HMI & Operation
- Modification of tooling & systems to reduce modes of failure and increase reliability.
- Troubleshooting, direction of maintenance personnel and equipment suppliers during line stoppages.
- Assists in fixture and assembly design and integration.
- Engage product engineering with design related issues and drive them to closure. Enforce good design for manufacturability principles.
- Develop and qualify new processes and tooling.
- Training of operations staff & Automation Specialists.
- Provides guidance to Automation Specialists on Advanced modes of failure.
- Assists in system design and development of new automation.
- Identifies & solves complex electrical and mechanical problems.
- Additional Duties as assigned.
Position Requirements:
- Associates in Engineering/Mechatronics or 6-12 months of experience as Automation Technician
- Familiarity with manufacturing methods and experience supporting production teams.
- Working knowledge of Network systems & Operation
- Fanuc Handling Pro Certification
- Dual Check Safety Certification
- 2D Vision Or Advanced TTP Certification
- A working knowledge of Robotics, PLC, HMI & Programming.
- Able to write simple program in Structured Text or Ladder Logic
- Basic Mechanical Knowledge & Skillset
- Basic Electrical Knowledge & Skillset.
- Solid works or comparable solid modeling program and MS Office.
- Ability to self-learn new processes and apply concepts rapidly.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and communicate progress to management.
- Willingness to learn new concepts and continue education.
- Ability to travel for classes or vendor support (5-10%)