Automation Engineering Tech Mukwonago, WI

Techtronic Industries Co.; Town of Brookfield (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Techtronic Industries Co. is looking for a skilled professional to support the efficient manufacturing of products in Brookfield, Wisconsin. This role involves developing and maintaining manufacturing processes, installing automation equipment, and implementing process improvements.

Applicants should have an associates degree and at least three years of manufacturing experience, including PLC and robotics knowledge. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a related field and/or equivalent experience.
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in a manufacturing environment with PLC’s and robotics.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develops methods and processes for manufacturing parts and assemblies.
• Implements process improvement projects and seeks improvement opportunities.
• Installs and troubleshoots automation equipment.

Skills

Process improvement

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing

Education

Associates degree in related field

3 years' experience in manufacturing

Tools

PLC programming

Robotics

Job description

Under general direction, supports the efficient manufacturing of existing products and introduction of new products through the entire process from concept to customer; with a focus on the manufacturing deliverables that impact the operations.

This hands on position focuses on conceptualizing, specifying, debugging and supporting the equipment necessary to improve cost and consistency (variability reduction).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops, implements and maintains methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacture or fabrication of parts, components, sub- assemblies and final assemblies.
• Takes initiative to define, analyze, and lead implementation of process improvement projects in manufacturing. Continually seeks out improvement opportunities. Works with others to successfully implement these activities.
• Install and troubleshoot automation equipment for molding and stamping machines and secondary operations to achieve a fully integrated work cell.
• Purchase components needed to repair and upgrade automation equipment.
• Create and/or modify existing end of tooling and automation equipment.
• Interface automation equipment to achieve integrated work cells.
• Make observations and implement action items to reduce cycle time, improve efficiency and productivity.
• Estimates manufacturing cost, determines time standards and makes recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines.
• Maintains records and reporting systems for coordination of manufacturing operations.
• Works on issues of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of relevant factors.
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
• Performs work based on theoretical engineering principles and creative application of related tasks. Applies engineering problem solving skills to perform duties and responsibilities.
• Receives assignments in the form of objectives with goals and the process by which to meet goals.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Associates degree in related field and/or equivalent experience d
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, including experience with PLC’s and other robotics
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience with lean manufacturing techniquesPassionate about problem solving and executing improvements within the business

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.