Automation and Controls Technician - 2nd Shift

As a Senior Engineering Technician you will be independently responsible for providing technical support and coverage for the equipment within Stryker Medical Plant. Responsible for the safe and efficient day-to-day production and project execution as it relates to process development, equipment downtime, process improvements and equipment commissioning, as well as the following below:

• Document safety and actively lead 6S concerns within immediate area and plant-wide production area
• Work closely with engineering and operation teams to recommend, specify and implement upgrades, replacements and new equipment purchases
• Document results of all projects, providing in depth analysis on improvements and opportunities and communicates to team leader and team members as needed
• Work directly with vendors on tooling, process improvements for existing or new applications
• Specify tooling for new or existing processes, work closely with MPLs to guide orders and tooling sustainment
• Consult and act as liaison of operations and engineering team with advanced operations to design and plan solutions for implementing new technology on production floor
• Train employees on fabrication processes and inspects/tests results and applicants, as needed
• Support Day-to-day production in operations via technical troubleshooting, problem solving and advising on equipment tooling, operation (PLC controlled custom equipment)
• Assist in validation activities within engineering team, including periodic reviews, equipment qualifications, process validations, PPAPs

• High School or GED
• Proficiency in the use of calibrated devices and in the reading of detailed mechanical prints
• Minimum of 2 or more years' of controls experience

• 5 years Manufacturing Experience, process development experience, controls experience
• Experience with Allan Bradley, Python
• Technical knowledge and understanding of assembly processes, SQL
• Journeyman certification in industrial maintenance, PLC experience, HMI/SCADA knowledge.

• May involve prolonged periods of stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, sitting, standing, and/or crawling as appropriate.
• May be required to move equipment up to 50 pounds, reach, push, or pull in order to accomplish job accountabilities.
• Coordination of eye, hand, and/or foot movement with an ability to grasp by hand and meet cognitive demands to include visual and auditory discrimination/memory, reading ability, and memory retention ability.
• Requires use of safety glasses, hearing protection, safety footwear and other PPE in designated areas.

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USN: $28.01 - $38.75 USD Hourly + USD 2 Shift premium