Duties & Responsibilities

Other duties may be assigned.

• Mechanically and electrically troubleshoot equipment.
• Repair equipment
• Preventative Maintenance
• Process waste water
• Recycle used coolant
• Fabrication of jigs, fixtures, machine parts, etc
• Installation of new equipment

ELECTRICAL

• Installs power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed machines and equipment such as robots, conveyors, and programmable controllers.
• Connects power supply wires to machines and equipment, and connects cables and wires between machines and equipment.
• Diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures and replaces damaged or broken wires and cables.
• Tests malfunctioning machinery and discusses malfunction with other maintenance workers and engineers to diagnose malfunction.
• Replaces faulty electrical components of machine such as relays, switches, and motors, and positions sensing devices.
• Diagnoses and repairs or replaces faulty electronic components, such as printed circuit boards.
• Pushes buttons and presses keys on robot controller, teach pendant, and programmable controller to program automated
• machinery, such as robots, to operate automated machinery, to test for malfunctions, and to verify repairs.
• Plans layout of wiring and installs wiring, conduit, and electrical apparatus in buildings.

MECHANICAL

• Diagnoses and replaces faulty mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.
• Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble.
• Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts.
• Examines form and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
• Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments.
• Repairs or replaces defective parts. Installs special functional and structural parts in devices. Lubricates and cleans parts.
• Starts devices to test their performance.
• Sets up and operates lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts.
• Repairs electrical equipment.
• Maintain and provide a safe work area and work in a safe manner.
• Submit suggestions for improvements.

ADVANCED DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Able to troubleshoot PLC and CNC programs.
• Journeyman level electrician or higher.
• Can specify, install and integrate automation controls such as proximity sensors, laser sensors, digital micrometers, vision systems, level controls, pressure measurements, etc.
• Ability to edit and write HMI programs.
• Work with Maintenance Supervisor and Facilities Manager to manage the PM program.
• Understands Robotic systems and programming methods.
• Able to weld all applicable materials.
• Able to troubleshoot and maintain Cognex and other applicable Vision Systems.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leads maintenance team members. Ensure the success of all team members by supporting and monitoring work performed.
• Responsibilities include ensuring the training of team members. In conjunction with the Maintenance Supervisor, will plan, assign, and direct work; addressing complaints and resolving problems. In order to set the example of demonstrating genuine interest in the preparation to the start of the shift, the Maintenance Team Leader is expected to be on site for maintenance support and to greet his/her team members. Team Leaders are expected to lead by example in adhering to all SA policies and procedures, (ex: dress code, attendance, etc) and be professional, polite, and respectful.
• Must have a positive attitude and a proven record as a Somic America Citizen.

COMMUNICATION

• Facilitate meetings during the shift for communication as needed.
• Update supervisor and/or other departments about quality concerns, equipment downtime and HR related issues in a timely manner.
• Communicate effectively with Team Leaders on the other shifts.

AUTHORITY LEVEL

Shut down equipment/process for safety/reliability reasons.