Yaskawa America, Inc

Sr Manufacturing Technician

LocationIrvine, CA
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

SUMMARY

The Senior Manufacturing Technician will be responsible for constructing, testing, troubleshooting, packing and field support of automated hardware/systems including robots, positioners, control cabinets, standard systems, and complex custom systems.

Interface with customers and other departments within the organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Adhere to the highest practicable safety and housekeeping standards.


Organize and plan large project tasks and workflow, using verbal and written communication.


Liaise directly with representatives of materials and engineering departments as required to meet customer expectations.


Responsible for manufacturing quality, including workmanship, system functionality, and complete and proper packing. Provide corrective action feedback to responsible parties.


Ability to understand overall system design, function and operation.


Effectively plan and implement the layout of system electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic components.


Perform system assembly, functionality checks, packing and field installations.


Perform basic, intermediate, and advanced systems functions, including software upgrades, TCP, Robot Calibration, weld test, systems test, etc.


Evaluate for fitness of use, system components, including Yaskawa Motoman standard components, vendor components, and special order parts.


Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair automation systems including electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment and robot software versions. Utilize equipment such as analyzers and meters.


Utilize PLC, ladder logic and other test and evaluation systems for system operation, troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.


Interface with and assist customers with system runoff and installation.


Assist co-workers and temporary employees with on the job training. Occasionally assist with development and presentation of training.


Coordinate packing requirements with shipping department.


Responsible for usage and disposition of material used in production.


Responsible for care and usage of department tools and equipment.


Assist in the preparation of worksheets, final system checkout sheets, and Yaskawa Motoman manuals, ISO documents and requirements for updating checkout sheets.


Perform collateral duties as assigned.


Assist in the advancement of Quality Assurance and Kaizen programs. Recommend and assist in the implementation of safety, quality, productivity, customer and employee satisfaction improvements.


Complete Manufacturing Technician Training Program including all applicable safety training in order to ensure product quality, productivity and timely project completion.


May be required to travel to customer facilities to assist with install and start-up systems and equipment.


Influence team building and training.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associates Degree and two to three years of experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must be able to read and understand mechanical, electrical/electronic, pneumatic and hydraulic drawings, schematics, and diagrams. Must be able to apply these technical skills in an effective manner. Must possess demonstrated interpersonal skills and team building skills, including excellent written and verbal communication skills. Employee may be required to assist in the development and build of prototype assemblies, to provide a level of technical expertise in identification, correction and repair of non-conforming materials. Documentation and notification of such discrepancies required per standard operational procedures. Proficient in basic computer skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand.

The employee frequently is required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee may also be required to use material handling equipment to transport, rig and move equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock.

The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Use of appropriate safety equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection and safety shoes may be required.

Duties may require the occasional use/of contact with/exposure to various hazardous

materials (such as, but not limited to grease, oils, lubricants, paint, thinner, parts cleaner, etc.). Employees should have basic awareness of hazardous materials cautions. Those directly using the materials must have specific knowledge of material in use.

Motoman is an EEO employer of minorities/females/disabled/veterans

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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