Senior Manufacturing Controls Engineer

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position is responsible for troubleshooting, modifying and acquiring equipment and tooling in a fast paced, high volume assembly and manufacturing environment.

Specific responsibilities for this position include:

• Troubleshooting equipment and tooling issues; providing technical support to maintenance, tool room and production, as requested
• Recommend, specify and implement preventive maintenance procedures
• Plan, coordinate and implement repairs, modifications and improvements to equipment and tooling
• Utilize maintenance and tooling management system, purchase order system and various other planning systems.
• Model and promote adherence to environmental, health and safety policies and initiatives
• Lead union-represented hourly associates in project and troubleshooting activities

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS:

• AA/AS degree w/ 1-3+ years experience
• BA/BS degree w/ 0-2+ years experience

EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience within a fast paced manufacturing environment. High speed assembly preferred
• Experience with A/B Control Logix 5000, Siemens S7 PLC’s, various VFD motor controls required
• Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic controls
• Stamping press and/or tooling troubleshooting experience preferred
• Energetic, hands-on; able to drive change and continuous improvement
• Experience applying Six Sigma/Lean manufacturing principles
• Demonstrated ability to foster positive relationships with production employees, peers and manufacturing management
• Ability to work with minimal guidance and direction
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in a union environment is preferred
• Strong computer and system skills, including AutoCAD and Microsoft Office
• Must be willing to work first or second shift as well as required overtime

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