Control Technician II - Support Operations

GE Appliances, a Haier company; Tennessee; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Generous 401k plan

Paid vacation

Parental leave

On-site cafeteria

Job summary

GE Appliances, a Haier company, in Decatur, AL, is seeking a Control Technician II - Support Operations to help run and troubleshoot production equipment, maintain process controls, and support safety and quality goals. You will perform setup, changeovers, routine maintenance, and problem solve with operations leadership, engineering and maintenance to keep lines running and meet deadlines.

The role requires PLC knowledge, ability to work weekends, lift up to 50 lbs, and pass background/drug

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; technical degree preferred.
• 1+ years in manufacturing machine setup or troubleshooting.
• Experience with PLCs and basic adjustments.
• Experience with injection molding or vacuum forming preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work around moving machinery.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, setup, load, transfer, operate and adjust processes and equipment.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance and troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Complete changeovers and tool/die changes as needed.
• Collaborate with operations leadership to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Coordinate with quality, engineering and maintenance for trials and dispositions.
• Lead troubleshooting and analysis of equipment and processes for improvements.
• Use shop-floor technology to monitor equipment (PLC, displays, kiosks).
• Rotate among jobs to cover production needs and maintain safety.
• Maintain clean work environment and follow all safety policies.

Skills

PLC knowledge

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Mold change

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

The GEA Way

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.”As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way.We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.

The GEA Way philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities:we come together,we always look for a better way,and we create possibilities.

Interested in joining us on our journey?

2,000 Sign On Bonus

Our Control Technicians support appliance manufacturing operations to provide continuously monitor process parameters required to produce the highest quality part and product with the least scrap. Maintain process controls, robot programs and other systems, including injection molding and vacuum forming in support of safety, quality, delivery, and meeting cost objectives for our Decatur operations.

Position

Control Technician II - Support Operations

Location

USA, Decatur, AL

How You’ll Create Possibilities

Under the direction of the area leader (supervisor) or manager, the process control technician will be responsible for processing, setup and troubleshooting of the machines and equipment in their assigned work area. They are responsible for ensuring adherence to safety, quality, housekeeping, and company policies, procedures and standards.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for troubleshooting, setup, loading, transferring, operating and adjusting processes, and the associated production equipment.

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.

• Complete changeovers as needed; changing dies; and performing manual tool changeovers converting the fixtures to run and trial different size configurations as needed.

• Work with operations leadership to prioritize work and meet critical deadlines.

• Work with quality, engineering, maintenance, etc. to help prepare for trials, assist in operations, and handle the disposition of test or scrap materials.

• Proactively lead the troubleshooting & analyzing of assigned equipment / machines and processes. Implement actions and help document and track processes for improvement.

• Use technology including PLC’s, smart boards, tv screens, kiosks on the shop floor to monitor equipment.

• Ability to rotate among jobs within the department and know all aspects of the production process.

• Maintain a clean work environment and follow all company policies and practices regarding safety and material handling.

• Utilize a forklift to maneuver parts, materials and dies in the area.

• All other duties as assigned.

• Why GE Appliances?
• Medical, dental and vision benefits starting day one
• Tuition reimbursement and career development
• Generous 401k plan with company contributions
• Paid vacation, holiday, and personal time
• Paid parental leave
• On-site cafeteria and credit union
• And, so much more!

What You’ll Bring to Our Team

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent; associate’s degree in a technical field preferred.
• One or more years of experience in a job involving manufacturing machine setup, troubleshooting and mold change, preferably in a high-volume environment.
• Requires knowledge of PLC and must be capable of making minor adjustments.
• Experience working with injection molding and/or vacuum forming processes preferred.
• Must have attention to detail and have ability to work with tight tolerances (+/- .0005 - .002).
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must be capable of working around moving machines, robots, equipment, forklifts, etc.
• Requires mechanical aptitude and ability to understand basic mechanical concepts and relationships.
• Available to work weekends and extended hours as needed, as well as shutdowns.
• You must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• You must be able to follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Must pass a background check and drug screen.
• Must be able to successfully complete physical confirming satisfactory health for job and have the ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation, including, but not limited to:
  • Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs., with potential heavy lifting up to 75 lbs.
  • Must be able to access required areas pertaining to job including, but not limited to: foam rooms, chemicals, high noise, and other areas of the plant.
  • Job may require the use of a respirator at times; therefore, candidates must complete an annual medical evaluation to safely wear a respirator.
  • Able to operate and troubleshoot the machinery, tools and equipment
  • Must be capable of obtaining & maintaining Fork Truck certifications/licenses.
  • Exposure to equipment at elevated Temperatures.
  • Must wear all required PPE including steel toed shoes & hearing protection.

GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D).This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.

This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices.

By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GEA, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.