Autofab Technician

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for performing preventative maintenance and repairs for our Automated Fabrication Machines. Including set-up for operators, issuing job duties, and helping troubleshoot machines while meeting Wilson Hurd a division of Nelson-Miller’s business goals and objectives.

MAIN JOB RESPONSIBILITIES / FUNCTIONS:

· Setting up, transfer line, VT19 and strip   feeds

· Troubleshooting / machine maintenance

· Read and understand work orders and   specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring repair or   maintenance

· Die maintenance and cleaning

· Inspect or test damaged machine parts, and   mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair needs 

· Clean machines and machine parts, using   cleaning solvents, cloths, air guns, hoses, vacuums, or other equipment

· Start machines and observe mechanical   operation to determine efficiency and to detect problems

· Record production, repair, and machine   maintenance information

· Reassemble machines after the completion of   repair or maintenance work.

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

· High school diploma or equivalent a must

· Engineering or Electro Mechanical experience a   plus

· Computerized maintenance management system   software CMMS

· Tool and die work for fabrication machines

· Machine operation and troubleshooting

SKILLS / ABILITIES

· Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals   involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings,   and models

· Mechanical   knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and   maintenance

· Analytical and problem-solving skills

· Be able to use a ruler, caliper, micrometer   and height gauge

· Using logic and reasoning to identify the   strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches   to problems

· Arm Hand Steadiness – the ability to keep your   hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand   in one position

· Machine Problem Sensitivity – the ability to   tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong

· Near Vision – The ability to see details at   close range

· Control Precision – The ability to quickly and   repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine

· Excellent physical condition and able to lift   up to 50 lbs.

· Able to sit or stand for long periods of time