Automation Technician 3rd Shift at Comar in Woodville, Wisconsin

Job Description:

AUTOMATION TECHNICIAN




Actively Hiring – Immediate Opening




Hours: full-time position.



Competitive pay & benefits: paid overtime, health, dental, vision, paid time off, 401k with match… and more!



WHAT YOU WILL DO:




“Quality & Safety are Top Comar Priorities”

• Be able to effectively operate equipment as required.
• Set-up and consistently maintain all the current and future, production machine vision systems in the plant, including Smart sensors, Code readers, Proprietary and PC based systems.
• Assist in the development, integration and testing of new equipment and/or additional inspection systems brought online in the future.
• Configure new and existing systems to overcome unexpected challenges without sacrificing the quality and functionality of the inspection process.
• Troubleshoot and identify mechanical, electrical, and programming issues regarding the equipment in question.
• Run and in some cases develop Validation protocols for the vision systems that meet corporate and customer requirements.
• Develop and update training for the setup mechanic and/or other end users.
• Work with others and serve as a mentor.
• Complete Continuing Education Units (CEUs) or other trainings required to perform the growing demands of the position.
• Work a flexible schedule, including overtime, as needed based on production demands.
• Proficient in PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Adhere to and communicate to others the Health, Safety and Quality policies, including use of PPE.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Adhere to safety policies.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and report any unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Wear company issued personal protective equipment (PPE) such as uniforms, gloves, hairnets.

• Associate degree (A.A.) holder or equivalent from two-year college or technical school with 3 years related experience and/or training in robotics or visions systems.
• Solid background in Quality expectations.
• Perform/understand Validation requirements.
• Reliable self-starter with good attendance record.
• Working knowledge in robotics and/or vision systems.

• Hands on experience working with robotics and/or vision systems.
• Background in Microsoft Windows based operating systems, spreadsheet design and/or photo editing.
• Working knowledge of Visual Basics, C and/or Java programming languages.
• Understanding of fundamental electronics.

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Proficient in math skills (imperial & metric), as well as measurement and use of measurement tools.
• Ability to read and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Strong problem-solving ability.
• Time-management – organized with ability to adapt to changing situations.
• Work independently and in a team environment and take direction from others.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work well with all levels in the organization.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills- ability to work well with all levels in the organization.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations, manage priorities and crises situations in a professional manner.
• Read blueprints, electrical, hydraulic and ladder logic and operational procedures.
• Knowledge, skills and ability to train Maintenance Technician I.
• Working knowledge of Solid Works and/or AutoCad.
• Ability to troubleshoot down to the component level.
• Strong aptitude for computers with the ability to learn standard vision tool sets and the terminology used to explain them.
• Ability to read drawings and set up sheets.
• Effectively communicate with supervisor.
• The ability to read, write, and comprehend information provided.

• Stand for most of the work shift.
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, crouch, bend, twist, and only occasionally sit.
• Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Heavier amounts can be moved with assistance of equipment.