Mechatronics Technician

Torrey Holistics; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrey Holistics in Spartanburg, SC, is seeking an electrical technician to support a continuous manufacturing operation producing Tier 1 automotive parts. You will troubleshoot electro-mechanical equipment, automate cells, vision systems, and robotics, and assist with new equipment installation.

Requires a high school diploma or GED plus a 2-year technical degree and 1–3 years industrial experience; strong communication skills and ability to read electrical drawings; willing to lift 30+ lbs and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and a 2-year technical degree with 1-3 years experience.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain custom electro-mechanical equipment, automated work cells, vision systems and multi-axis robotics.
• Troubleshoot and de-bug PLC programs with varying levels of complexity.
• Provide effective electrical troubleshooting of electrical and electronic circuits.
• Process a working knowledge of adjustable speed AC and DC drives and motors.
• Process electrical, computer literacy and ability to read and interpret electrical drawings.
• Initiate and complete technical activities leading to new and/or improved production processes.
• Perform preventive maintenance on plant systems and equipment.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Electro-mechanical equipment

Automation cells

Vision systems

Robotics

PLC programming

Reading electrical drawings

Preventive maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2-year technical degree

Tools

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)

Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)

Servo motors

Conveyor systems

Job description

General Summary of the JobThis job provides electrical support in a continuously operating manufacturing facility which makes Tier 1 automotive parts. Prinicipal equipment includes extrusion lines, complex auomated secondary equipment, injection molding machines with auxiliaries, power punch presses and other power equipment. Expedient repair or replacement of equipment or components is necessary to maximize process uptime. New equipment installation is required as necessary.ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIESDemostrate best practice safety attitude and performance.Troubleshoot and maintain custom electro-mechanical equipment, automated work cells, vision systems and multi axis roboticsTroubleshoot and de-bug PLC programs with varying levels of complexityProvide effective electrical troubleshooting of electrical and electronic circuitsPocess a working knowledge of adjustable speed AC and DC drives and motorsPocess electrical, computer literacy and ability to read and interpret electrical drawingsInitiate and complete technical activities leading to new and/or improved production processes.Perform preventive maintenance on plant systems and equipmentREQUIRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEHigh School Diploma or GED and 2-year technical degree with 1-3 years experience.Demonstrable industrial/manufacturing experienceREQUIRED SKILLS and ABILITIESPossess the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writingPossess the ability to interact effectively with all levels within the organizationWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk; frequently is required to use hands, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. May require frequent lifting of 30+ lbs.REQUIRED DECISION-MAKING and ORGANIZATION IMPACTMust be able to work independently and capable of making sound decisionsKnow when additional help to solve a problem is necessary and ask for itREPORTING RELATIONSHIPSThis job reports to the Maintenance SupervisorMaintenance Supervisor reports to Engineering ManagerThe Engineering Manager reports to the Plant ManagerWORKING CONDITIONSWell lit, clean, air conditioned manufacturing plantWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to machinery with moving parts typical of a manufacturing environment, may be occasionally exposed to fumes.Earplugs and safety glasses are required PPE in this area. Additional PPE may be assigned as required.You should be proficient in:Mechanical Troubleshooting SkillsElectrical TroubleshootingMaintenance and Repair SkillsMachines & technologies you'll use:Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)Conveyor SystemsServo Motors