Robotics Automation Technician: Lead, Program & Improve

Howmet

Whitehall Township (MI)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Howmet in Whitehall, MI is seeking an Automation Technician to support Plant 3, Whitehall Casting Operation. You will maintain and improve robotic finishing and wax manufacturing equipment, program and document robot code, and lead as SPA for robotic processes, while adhering to EHS rules and driving reliability.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, 1 year in manufacturing, and is legally authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
Minimum of one year working in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
Hands-on relevant experience evaluating automated equipment and processes and solving automated equipment issues.
Robotic programming skills to refine movement using various controllers.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Must be PC literate in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Good mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
Experience using industrial controllers.
Ability to read mechanical prints and electrical prints.
Good methodical aptitude for troubleshooting equipment and related issues.
Must be organized with the discipline to solve problems with permanent solutions.

Responsibilities

Providing manufacturing support of robotic finishing and robotic wax manufacturing equipment.
Key emphasis on maintaining and improving reliability and productivity of robotic equipment.
Programming and documenting code for manufacturing robots.
Act in leadership role as SPA for robotic equipment and process operations.
Complies with all EHS rules required for the work environment.