Automation Engineering Technician

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Automation Manager, the Automation Engineering Technician is involved in build and installation of new automated manufacturing cells; improve the currently installed automated cells; and development and installation of error proofing systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assist with assembly and integration of automated/robotic manufacturing cells for US plants.
• Development and installation of error proofing systems with sensors, cameras, vision systems
• Assist with evaluation and improvement of existing or future automated equipment in HSS Plants where modifications are necessary to improve overall efficiency and cost reduction.

· Responsible for completing all tasks assigned by the director of automation and/or automation engineer.

• Ensure compliance with the health and safety regulations and quality standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum High school diploma. Associate degree preferably in automation is desired.

QUALIFICATIONS:

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

• Experience to meet responsibilities with minimal detailed supervision.
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical component selection for automation is desired.
• Must be a self-starter, organized, dedicated, with good record keeping skills.
• Hands on experience with basic mechanical and electrical tools (wrenches, wire stripper, multimeter, etc.) is required.
• Must be able to read and understand both electrical and mechanical technical drawings.
• Experience in PLC logic and robot programming is a plus.
• Must have good written and oral communication skills. Must have the ability to accept and cope with restrictive time frames and unpredictable situations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

None

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

TEAM SKILLS:

Hutchinson is built around teamwork. This position requires the use of good team skills such as cooperation, information sharing, task sharing, timely completion of assignments, good listening and communication skills and overall respect for other team members

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups and/or boards of directors.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Ability to use word processing, spreadsheet applications. Must be familiar with internet research, Microsoft Office software, and the use of e-mail.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

HEALTH AND SAFETY:

Must actively support our Health Safety and Environmental policy, immediately report all Safety hazards and correct them when able to safely do so, participate in all required Safety Training, meetings, inspects, and use all required PPE.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Work Location: In person