Manufacturing Technician, career

Job Description

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Responsible for performing a variety of technical support duties in one or more manufacturing areas. Duties may be related to installation, maintenance, repair and support of manufacturing equipment, technical support of one or more production processes, product test and troubleshooting, and technical analyses and problem-solving. Conducts tests, experiments and/or problem resolution associated with components, parts, products or processes/systems. May design and/or build tools.

The Manufacturing Technicianposition is required to support the manufacture of GCMS instruments. This position will be responsible for performing assembly/test and troubleshooting/repair of electronic assemblies to support production and shipment of the GCMS product lines. This role works closely with Production Assembly Operators and Manufacturing Engineering teams.

Specific responsibilities may include the following:

• Execute routine and non-routine tests, troubleshooting and repair, and quality verification of electronic modules, assemblies and boards used in GCMS instruments with limited technical support.

• Perform complex test/process work requiring an in-depth technical background of GCMS instrumentation with limited documentation.

• Closely work with engineering and peers to provide clear and concise documents and explanations of assembly/test procedures.

• Proactively support all GCMS departmental production operations.

• Assist engineering in developing and implementing new processes, test procedures, tools, fixtures, and prototype fabrication.

• Independently monitors and adjusts process parameters; collects, leads and analyzes data and feedback; determines data collection needs and continuously improves processes; identifies root causes and drives the implementation of solutions.

• May lead team efforts as well as provide technical support for coworkers.

• This position may also include the coordination of some Electric Static Dissipation responsibilities for the team.

Physical Requirements:

• This position will require the lifting of up to 40 lbs. multiple times per day/week.

• It may also require standing, sitting, stooping, bending for at least eight hours or more per day.

Note: This is a full-time position at 40 hours per week with the opportunity for overtime.

Required:

• May require some higher education or specialized training/certification, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ability to apply analytical skills and understanding of the fundamentals involved in the product. (Physics, Chemistry, Electronics)

• Ability to assist with troubleshooting and diagnostic and repair skills of assemblies to the component level

• Effective use of PC applications (e.g. SAP, Office365, etc.) on a regular basis

• Ability to read as well as understand product specification drawings, instructions, and Quality system processes.

• Focus on collaborating to implement Continuous Improvement solutions

• Ability to use tools and equipment to assemble small parts and high level of manual dexterity

• Flexible with the ability to effectively change directions and remain open to new ideas and assignments

Preferred:

• AA/ AS degree in electronics, engineering or mechanics highly preferred

• 3+ years of relevant experience preferred

• Familiarity/ knowledge of GCMS preferred

• Experience with Agilent Masshunter

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