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American Orthodontics · 2 months ago

Manufacturing Engineering - Automation Technician - 1st Shift

Sheboygan, WI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

American Orthodontics is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering - Automation Technician for their 1st shift operations. The role involves integrating robotics and vision systems into automated production cells, troubleshooting equipment issues, and driving continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.

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Responsibilities

Ability to integrate robotics, vision systems, part feeders, PLC's, etc. into an automated production cell

Ability to layout and build electrical panels/equipment in a neat and orderly manner

Drive continuous improvement activity on existing automated manufacturing equipment (upgrading controls, rewiring/replacing control panels, and integration of new equipment)

Partner with maintenance technicians to troubleshoot and correct equipment issues on the manufacturing floor

Create new electrical schematics and updated existing schematics as needed

Implement safety improvements to machines such as light curtains, interlocked guards, and ergonomic operator interface buttons

Provides input pertaining to the development of functional specifications for new equipment builds. Partners with manufacturing engineers and equipment vendors on best practices

Perform additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives