Technical Associate- IPM (2nd Shift)

Keihin North America, Inc.; Greenfield (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Keihin North America, Inc. is seeking a Machine Technical Associate on 2nd shift to support production through root cause analysis and countermeasure implementation. The role focuses on ensuring smooth operation of machinery and meeting quality targets in the IPM department.

The candidate will collaborate with teams, promote Hitachi principles, and maintain a safe, organized work environment while contributing to plant goals and productivity improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Root Cause Analysis and countermeasure development for production issues.
• Liaise between Production and Engineering to implement fixes.
• Implement countermeasures and machine repairs to sustain uptime.
• Mentor and support associates on procedures and safety.
• Assist with project planning and maintaining organized work area.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Countermeasure Development

Engineering liaison

Machine repair execution

Mentoring associates

Project planning

Safety procedures

Analytical thinking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Windows

Excel

PowerPoint

Glovia

Internet

Job description

The purpose of this position is to support production manufacturing through root cause analysis and implementation of machine repair countermeasures and recovery. This role will be focused on the new IPM Department on 2nd Shift. The Machine Technical Associate plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of machinery to meet production goals and quality standards. This role aims to improve manufacturing proficiency levels to meet plant goals and objectives. You will collaborate with other teams to ensure the efficient and reliable functioning of machinery, improving overall productivity and operational excellence.

Description of Duties and Responsibilities

• Root Cause Analysis and Countermeasure Development (30%)
• Liaison Between Production and Engineering (10%)
• Countermeasure and Machine Repair Implementation (35%)
• Mentoring Associates (10%)
• Project Planning (5%)
• Maintaining Organization and Cleanliness (5%)

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Skills):

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Skills):

• Knowledge of CNC and PLC systems and programming
• Knowledge of Robots
• Demonstrated Casting, Machining or Assembly knowledge
• Machines, valves, and vacuum systems knowledge
• Knowledge of processes in Casting, Machining or Assembly

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to promote and carry out the Hitachi philosophy
• Proven ability to make sound business decisions, exercises good judgement and be highly motivated
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• High level of accuracy
• Follow all safety procedures
• Follow all company regulations related to manufacturing process and quality
• Maintains clean and orderly work environment

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Does not supervise

Software:

• Basic experience required in Windows, Excel, Powerpoint and Internet
• Intermediate experience in Glovia

Essential to Job Functions – Physical and/or Mental Restrictions:

• Standing, walking, and bending for the duration of the workday
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 lbs
• Full Motor Skills

Work Environment – Travel, Noise, Smells, Quiet, Indoors or Outdoors, etc.

• Open office setting
• Factory setting with noise

Equipment Used

• Personal Computer
• Hand tools
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Fork Truck

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Information on race, gender and national origin will only be used for statistical and recordkeeping purposes, and will not be used in making any employment decisions. All information provided will be kept separate from your expression of interest. Providing this information is strictly voluntary, and you will not be subjected to any adverse action or treatment if you choose not to provide this information. If you do not choose to answer these questions, we ask that you select "Decline to Identify" for each question. Thank you for your voluntary cooperation.

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