Engineering Technician Job Newberry area,South Carolina USA,Manufacturing / Production

Position: Engineering Technician 1 - 1796
Job Summary

Under the direction of engineering staff, supports all phases of the manufacturing process, including the setup, operation, testing, and maintenance of rubber molding equipment, tools, and machinery. Assists in process development and troubleshooting, participates in engineering trials, and provides operator training to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable production.

Engineering Technician 1 - 1896

Job Duties

Perform work associated with automation improvements, new plant layouts, installation, calibration and operation of production machines
Set up, adjust and operate machinery in support of the production process, as needed
Test and inspect machines to determine safe and efficient operation, perform routine maintenance and fix standard malfunctions
Read and interpret blueprints, engineering specifications and shop order to determine machine setup, production methods and sequence of operation
Devise, fabricate and assemble new or modified mechanical components for products, such as machinery or equipment and measuring instruments
Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately
Adhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area, etc.)
Follow all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures
Perform other duties as assigned

Experience and Education

Perform work under direct supervision
Handle basic issues and problems and refer more complex issues to higher level staff
Possess beginning to working knowledge of rubber injection molding
Require accreditation from a technical school or applicable skilled trades program and 0 to 2 years of experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, and Excel) for communication, documentation, and data analysis.

Competencies/ Skills

Ability to interpret work instructions
Ability to follow written and verbal directions
Intermediate verbal and written communication skills
Ability to meet deadlines
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Interpersonal skills
Critical Thinking and Problem-solving skills
Analytical thinking skills
Process troubleshooting
Mechanical aptitude
Hands-on assembly and repair

Essential Functions - Environment, Competencies, And Equipment

Choose the appropriate response by each of the functions listed below

Physical Requirements Environmental Factors Competencies/ Skills Equipment Use

Yes
General vision
Yes
Works alone
Yes
Reading simple
Yes
Computer
No
Close vision
Yes
Works with others
No
Reading complex
No
Telephone
Yes
Clear Speech
Yes
Verbal face-to-face
Yes
Writing simple
Yes
Calculator
Yes
Hearing
Yes
Extended days
No
Writing complex
Yes
Copy machine
Yes
Hand/ finger dexterity
Yes
Weekend work
Yes
Perceive/comprehend
No
Fax
No
Flexibility (upper/lower)
Yes
Mechanical equipment
Yes
Math skills simple
Yes
Maintenance tools
F
Standing
No
Electrical equipment
No
Math skills complex
Yes
Process machines
O
Sitting
No
Pressurized equipment
Yes
Judgement calls
No
Packaging machines
R
Kneeling
No
Burning materials
Yes
Decision making
Yes
Lab equipment
R
Stooping
No
Varying temperatures
Yes
Good communication written
Yes
Measuring Devices
O
Bending
No
High places
Yes
Good communication verbal
No
Automobile
R
Lifting
No
Fumes/odors
Yes
Ability to lead
No
Powered industrial equipment
30lb
Lifting, pulling, pushing
Yes
Dirt/dust
Yes
Team work
R
Pulling
No
Gases
Yes
Problem solving