Automation Technician - Electrical

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Job Title: Automation Technician - Electrical Department: Assembly Position Objective:

• Through the practice of servant leadership; enhance people's lives; assemble components to build packaging equipment and safely deliver quality, best value products and services, on time, to internal and external customers.


Primary Responsibilities:


• Assemble electrical components to Engineering specifications to meets customer's requirements

• Test/cycle equipment to verify performance and identify potential design issues
• Maintain build quality by verifying part and assembly to print

• Record issues in SharePoint to ensure proper workflow of corrective action
• Accurately record data in ERP system to capture part movement and cost
• Follow safe work practices and perform housekeeping tasks

• Maintain tools and equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements
• Assist with training other team members

• Recommend and implement up-to-date manufacturing methods to increase productivity and reduce costs
• Communicate openly, share knowledge, build positive collaboration between departments and team members

• Support and contribute to department and company metrics
• Be actively engaged in continuous improvement projects and culture
Machine Lead Additional Requirements and Expectations:

• Lead team members in the assembly and testing of assigned machine

• Be first point of contact for team members and floor support Engineer for assigned machine
• Maintain machine schedules and notify appropriate personnel of issues that arise during the project
• Attend all scheduled status meetings and have a list of missing parts with part numbers prepared in advance

• Perform quality checks throughout build process to ensure adherence to specifications
• Suggest design modifications to Engineering.

• Track open issues
• Maintain a positive attitude throughout the entire project

• Ability to train and direct the work of others
• Ability to work independently on complex projects

• Ability to start-up and install Aagard equipment

General Responsibilities:


• Adhere to, support and promote the Aagard vision and culture statements
• Demonstrate professional, respectful interaction with other team members
• Accurately and professionally represent Aagard to customers and vendors

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:


• Minimum High School diploma, Associate degree in related field plus assembly experience preferred or equivalent combination of education and/or experience

• Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred

• Ability to read and understand the proper use of measuring instruments
• Ability to operate small hand tools

• Ability to follow customer specifications
• Basic shop math skills as rounding, positive/negative numbers, metric system

• Knowledge of electrical assembly terminology
• Knowledge of blueprint reading, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electronics

• Knowledge of high voltage and 24 Volt DC
• Ability to read electrical CAD drawings and operate CAD software

• Experience or training with computers and ability to learn and use Aagard specific software
• Observant with attention to detail

• Ability to communicate with a variety of people
• Ability to operate or be trained to operate a forklift

• Valid driver's license required
• Ability to walk or stand up to 100 percent of the time
• Ability to lift, push, pull up to 50 lbs

• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl or climb
• Must be highly safety conscious

• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Ability to take action and be proactive

• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Passion for excellence
• Value and build a culture of measurement

• Ability to perform service responsibilities at customer sites
• Ability to travel up to 30% if required