Production Technician - 3rd Shift

Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc.; Liberty (SC); On-site; USD 31,684 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Holidays

PTO

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Liberty, SC is seeking an entry-level Production Technician. Responsibilities include setting up CNC equipment, conducting quality checks, and performing preventative maintenance. Candidates should have an Associates Degree in Mechatronics and at least 2 years of experience in machining. Competitive hourly compensation ranging from $23.00 to $28.00. Comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Mechatronics or related fields is required.
• 2+ years of machining and repair experience is essential.
• Ability to read and comprehend mechanical and electronic schematics.

Responsibilities

• Setup and adjust CNC and assembly equipment.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on machines.
• Perform quality checks using various measurement tools.

Skills

Machining and repair work

Mechatronics knowledge

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting systems

Use of precision measurement equipment

Mathematics

Education

Associates Degree in Mechatronics or related field

Tools

Calipers

Indicators

Volt meters

PLC programming/troubleshooting

Job description

Description

The Production Technician setups, adjusts, and verifies programming for the operation of CNC equipment, manual and automated assembly equipment, and auxiliary equipment in the Sprinkler Department.

Department: Production
Location: Liberty, SC
Compensation: $23.00 - $28.00 / hour

Key Responsibilities

• Promote a safe workplace by performing all tasks in a safe and thoughtful manner in compliance with all rules, procedures, instructions, devices, equipment and use of appropriate personal protective equipment. Maintain vigilance for any hazardous conditions or practices in the workplace and immediately report any unsafe condition or practice to your supervisor.
• Works from established programs, drawings, specifications, operational data, and set‑up instructions defining and coding tools, fixtures and material clamping methods, machine calibrations and console settings.
• Recognize and report errors in programming and operations, and collaborate with the Maintenance and Manufacturing Engineering Departments.
• Support new product launches to include first article, RFP, and RFS production stages.
• Diagnose operating difficulties and make appropriate remedial adjustments to realign the machine, change tooling, adjust offsets, recalibrate limits and repair minor tooling malfunctions, to correct operational dimensional deviations, and verifies parts after said adjustments.
• Establish, scheduling, and conduct preventative maintenance functions.
• Recommends tooling applications and operational sequences to assist in formulating practical programming for new, improved, and unusual production requirements.
• Perform first piece quality checks using a variety of precision measurement equipment.
• Maintain proper records regarding machine maintenance, spare parts, purchases, downtime, and in process reject analysis, process history/logs, setup/changeover checklists, etc.
• Identifies continuous improvement opportunities and project tasks to manage and implement appropriately.
• Responsible for making sure the area is clean and safe by maintaining and promoting the Company's 5S program.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Associates Degree in Mechatronics, Industrial Electronics Technology, and/or Related Field.
• 2 + years of diversified machining and repair work.
• Working knowledge of calipers, indicators, volt meters, ring gauges, and other types of gauges to identify and adjust set‑ups and improvement possibilities.
• Well-versed in blueprints, materials, specifications, and drawings.
• Well-versed in Total Predictive Management and Total Process Reliability concepts.
• Ability to read and comprehend basic pneumatic, mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical schematics.
• Ability to troubleshoot pneumatic, mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic systems.
• Knowledge of hand tools and large scale machines.
• Solid understanding of mathematics and the ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Working knowledge of machines and computers.
• Knowledge of standard safety practices.
• Knowledge of PLC programming/troubleshooting.

Job Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• Life
• AD&D
• FSA
• Paid Vacation
• Holidays
• PTO

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Wholesale Building Materials