Robotics Technician- Thermoforming

Wilbert Plastic Services; Harrisburg (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilbert Inc., part of Marmon Holdings, is seeking a technically skilled professional to design and optimize robotic cells within our plastics operations in the United States. The role involves fixture design input, maintaining work cells, and establishing production standards, with responsibilities spanning electronics, hydraulics, pneumatics, and CAD usage.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, at least two years of mechanical experience, and familiarity with PLCs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent technical experience required.
• Minimum of 2 years’ mechanical experience.
• Experience in electronics (including PLCs) required.
• Experience in Mechanical, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, reading blueprints/schematics required.
• Exposure to/experience with CAD programs preferred.
• Experience in the plastics industry preferred.
• Experience using a forklift preferred; obtain forklift license.
• All required WilbertU Courses based on job title.

Responsibilities

• Provide input for fixture design on new and existing programs.
• Assist with sourcing equipment, parts, supplies, and technical support.
• Develop and maintain layout of work cells.
• Establish production/process standards.
• Establish and monitor maintenance schedules.
• Write and update work instructions for robotic cells.
• Train personnel on equipment and processes.
• Maintain robots, machinery, and PLCs.
• Analyze robotic problems and assist root-cause analysis.
• Provide feedback for long-term machine use/efficiency.
• Identify and implement process improvements for safety and productivity.
• Safely operate forklifts and related equipment.

Skills

Robotics experience

Mechanical design

Electrical knowledge

PLC programming

CAD

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

CAD programs

Job description

WILBERT INC As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Programs and maintains robotic cells by assisting in all phases of robotic design, development, production, testing, and operations.

Role and Responsibilities

• Provide input for fixture design on new and existing programs.
• Assist with the sourcing of equipment, parts, supplies, and technical support
• Develop and maintains layout of work cells
• Establish production/process standards
• Establish and monitor maintenance schedules
• Write and update specific work instructions for Robotic cells.
• Train personal on equipment and processes.
• Maintain robots, mechanical or electronic equipment, and PLC’s.
• Analyze robotic problems and help with root cause analysis and corrective measures
• Provide feedback for long–term machine use/efficiency
• Identify and implement process improvements and modifications to ensure the greatest efficiency in the manufacturing environment with safety and productivity a priority
• Safely use forklifts and other equipment needed for job task.

Observe all safety requirements and maintains work area in a neat and orderly condition

Qualifications And Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent technical experience required
• Minimum of 2 years’ mechanical experience
• Experience in electronics (including PLC’s) required
• Experience in Mechanical, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Reading blueprints/schematics required
• Exposure to/experience with CAD programs preferred
• Experience in the plastics industry preferred
• Experience using a forklift preferred
• Must obtain and maintain a valid forklift license to hold position
• All required WilbertU Courses based on job title

Preferred Skills

• Above average math skills
• Above average proficiency in office systems software – word processing, spreadsheets
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively communicate information to other employees and other departments
• Able to work well with others with minimal supervision
• Strong problem-solving skills including the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.