2nd Shift Engineer Technician- Lower Nazareth, PA

Victaulic; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that leads in mechanical pipe joining solutions! This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge machine vision systems, ensuring quality control and defect detection in a dynamic manufacturing environment. You will collaborate with engineering and operations teams to enhance processes and train staff on vision system usage. With a commitment to employee growth and a focus on innovation, this position provides excellent benefits and opportunities for professional development. If you're passionate about technology and quality assurance, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Company Matched 401k Plan

Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits

Education Assistance

Wellness Program

Company Events

Employee Assistance Program

VPP World Class Safety Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or automation environment.
• Familiarity with industrial control systems and automation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain machine vision systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Support production by troubleshooting vision equipment issues.
• Train personnel on the use and upkeep of vision systems.

Skills

Machine Vision Software

Problem Solving

Analytical Thinking

MS Office Applications

Communication Skills

Education

Associates degree in Engineering

Associates degree in Computer Science

Associates degree in Automation Technology

Tools

Keyence Vision System

Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs)

Job description

Come join a global leader in pipe joining solutions!

Victaulic has what you’re looking for – career opportunity, professional development, excellent benefits, and a collaborative work environment. Our people are our best asset, so we take care of them.

About Us:Victaulic is a global leader in mechanical pipe joining innovations and is the world's leading producer of mechanical pipe joining solutions. The company has 13 manufacturing facilities and 28 branches worldwide with 4,400 employees who speak 43 languages across the globe. With over 2000 global patents, Victaulic solutions are at work in more than 140 countries across diverse business lines including oil and gas, chemical, mining, power generation, water and wastewater treatment, military and marine, as well as commercial building and fire protection. Since the 1950’s Victaulic has been providing ground-breaking fire protection products and system solutions for challenges faced by engineers, contractors, property managers and fire marshals. Victaulic is a leading fire protection manufacturer of innovative fire products and fire fighting systems including fire sprinklers, fire extinguishing and fire suppression systems, pipe couplings and fittings, and flow control valves. These products are used in commercial, infrastructure and industrial applications to protect people and property.

Job Details:

This position will be responsible for setting up, maintaining, and troubleshooting machine vision systems, which use cameras and software to capture and analyze visual information for purposes of quality control and defect detection under the direction of Operations, Engineering, and Quality staff.

Overtime: Employees must be willing to work daily and weekend overtime as business conditions require. Overtime will be paid for all hours worked in excess of forty hours in any one week.

Responsibilities:To include the following. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

• Install, develop, and maintain machine vision systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Support daily production through the timely troubleshooting of issues related to vision equipment, both software-related and/or mechanical in nature.
• Collect and analyze data to ensure quality is maintained.
• Independently diagnose issues and conduct root cause analysis to produce recommendations for process improvements, offload reduction, or machinery enhancements.
• Work with Engineering team to identify & support projects focused on improving the quality & efficiency of manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Document vision system configurations, changes, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Maintain and document vision change history for trend analysis
• Maintain effective lines of communication cross-functionally between Manufacturing personnel, Quality, Operations, and Management as required.
• Train Operations and Maintenance personnel on the basic use and upkeep of vision systems.
• Interface with eMaint computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) system.
• Observe all safety practices while on the manufacturing floor and while running equipment.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times (ex. safety glasses, ear plugs, and steel toe shoes). Safety equipment is provided by the Company with exception of steel toe shoes, which must be provided by employee upon the first day of employment. New hires will be eligible for our safety shoe acquisition program which provides a discount for safety shoes purchased through our contracted distributor.

Key Core Competencies:

• Self-Motivated
• Problem Solving/Analytical Thinking
• Teamwork/Cooperation
• Effective Communication and Listening Skills
• Accuracy and Follow Through
• Attention to Detail
• Technical Skills

Qualifications:

• Associates degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Automation Technology preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or automation environment, with specific experience in vision systems preferred.
• Familiarity with Keyence vision system platforms is a plus.
• Understanding of industrial control systems, sensors, and automation equipment is a plus.

Necessary Skills:

• Proficiency in machine vision software and tools.
• Proficient in MS Office applications (Microsoft Outlook, Word, & Excel).

• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to independently define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw logical conclusions, and generate actionable steps based on that information.

• Ability to communicate and respond to questions, both written and verbally, from Operations, Engineering, and Maintenance in an accurate and technical manner.
• Experience in the operation of automated equipment, including human machine interfaces (HMIs) and other control panels.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly be required to talk and hear.
• The employee will occasionally be required to reach with hands and arms and stand for extended periods of time.

• The employee will work in a shop which is not temperature controlled.

Why Victaulic?

• The Morning Calls Top Work Place
• Opportunity for growth and Innovation
• VPP World Class Safety Program
• Company Events
• Company Matched 401k Plan
• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Education Assistance / Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Program

Benefits effective on first day of employment:

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Prescription
• Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401K matching
• Tuition reimbursement (effective 6 months after hire)

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