Engineering Maintenance Technician
POSITION SUMMARY
Understands how products are manufactured and tested, including stock products and special products. Maintain working knowledge of programming controls (view & edit PLC programs). Effectively troubleshoot complex equipment with programmable controls. Maintain and improve test processes and equipment. Designs and builds new test equipment as needed. Recommends procedures or equipment to minimize operator errors when testing products on the production lines.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Working knowledge of programming controls (view and edit PLC programs)
Effectively troubleshoot complex equipment with programmable controls
Maintain and improve test processes and equipment
Two years working experience with low voltage electronics preferred
Possesses full knowledge of existing products.
Understands how product is manufactured, including customer specials.
Interfaces with Operations to determine production feasibility.
Updates production workstations through continuous improvement.
Designs and builds test equipment.
Designs and maintains control of all test processes
Recommends improvements and cost savings.
Helps with the design of custom equipment and fixtures
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
Associate degree in Engineering or a related field preferred.
2+ years of relevant experience.
Proficiency with PLCs, test equipment, electronics, and electromechanical devices.
Extensive refrigeration knowledge preferred.
Strong computer skills.
Some machining knowledge preferred.
Strong communication and team skills.
Ability to read and understand blueprints.
Trouble shooting and problem solving skills
Strong organizational skills
Mathematical aptitude
Understanding of certifying agencies (UL, NSF, CSA, ARI)
Self starter
Little travel involved, mostly just occasional travel between the Savanna and Lanark plants.
There will be extensive time spent on the plant floor, as issues arise where troubleshooting is required, etc.
Salary Range: The compensation range(s) identified below are a good faith estimate of the salary expected to be paid as performed from these locations. Actual salaries may vary based on a variety of factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, education and training; and other relevant business and organizational factors. Most candidates will start in the lower half of the range.
The salary range for this position is $50,000-70,000.