Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Manufacturing Engineering Technician
2nd shift, Monday-Friday 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Reports to Manager of Manufacturing Engineering
Make a global impact with a career at Kondex Corporation - a manufacturer of cutting and wear resistant components used primarily in the agricultural industry and supplied around the world. An exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineering Technician is currently available. Share in our common mission of helping to feed and fuel the world. Using advanced technologies and designs, Kondex drives innovation to its markets served. In this position, you'll contribute to our consistent year-over-year growth while enjoying our fun, collaborative culture.
What you will do:
• Program robotic welding and robotic laser cladding systems.
• Specify machinery and equipment for new products and product improvements, as assigned, and oversee its installation and set-up.
• PLC Programming of production and support machines.
• Define manufacturing process and machine operating parameters.
• Document all initiated process changes (work instructions, routings, etc.) and maintain records of changes.
• Ensure effective operator training is in place for new and revised processes. Work with Team Leaders, Shift Leaders, and Process Specialists to communicate process changes.
• Construct prototypes for internal and field testing, as directed by Product Engineering.
• Perform process (new product and process improvement) testing and prepare test reports, along with recommendations.
• Render technical assistance in areas of design, construction, and testing of components and processes.
• Recommend suppliers and assist in qualifying new suppliers.
• Assist with PPAP and APQP activities, such as capability studies, PFEMA's, control plans, etc.
Requirements
What it takes:
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five or more years of experience with robotic systems programming.
• Five or more years of welding experience.
• Ability to work with others, leading and participating in teams.
• Strong communication skills.
• Well organized and detail oriented.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to work independently, with minimal direction and supervision.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite.
On the plus side:
• Degree in mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or Journeyman status in appropriate technical discipline. Additional experience may substitute for education preference.
• Robotic Welding Certification such as Certified Robotic Arc Welding.
• PLC Programming experience.
• Machinery maintenance or tool and die experience.
• Experience working in 3D software programs.
Kondex is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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