Plastech Corporation · 5 hours ago
Automation Engineer
Rush City, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$75K/yr - $80K/yr
3+ years expPlastech Corporation is a company focused on providing automation solutions. The Automation Engineer will be responsible for all aspects of facilities needs for automation, including designing, installing, programming, and troubleshooting automation equipment.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Work with Project Engineers, Assembly Department, and Maintenance Department on the design, quoting, installation, documentation, and startup of automation equipment
Assist in creating equipment preventative maintenance schedules, developing work cell layouts, and troubleshooting current equipment
Conduct training on existing and new equipment, ensuring safety and ergonomic standards are adhered to
Utilize the in-house tool room to create and modify fixtures and workstation components
Assist Engineering and Estimating in developing costs for quoting automation or accessory equipment
Participate in the Plastech Safety Committee and Corrective Action Team
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED, three to five years of related experience and/or training, or the equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) use and programming ability is required
Exceptional PC skills, including Manufacturing software and Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to read and interpret documents such as Picture Packet, IOP, procedure manual, and safety rules
Ability to present information to and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
Ability to apply abstract concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
Problem solving: Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, gather and analyze information skillfully, and maintain necessary communication
Interpersonal skills: Maintain open communication with fellow employees, supervision, and management, remain open to others' ideas, and exhibit willingness to try new things
Planning/organizing: Prioritize and plan work activities and use time efficiently
Quality control: Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness and monitor own work to ensure quality
Adaptability: Adapt to changes in the work environment, manage competing demands, and be able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
Dependability: Consistently be at work and on time, follow instructions, respond to management direction, and solicit feedback to improve performance
Professionalism: Maintain professional appearance and attitude at all times
Confidentiality: Hold confidential information received from the company in strict confidence and exercise a reasonable degree of care to prevent disclosure to others
Preferred
Experience with 3D CAD software is desired; SolidWorks or Creo (Pro-E) is preferred
Knowledge of molding processes and related support processes and secondary operations of plastics is desirable. (robotics, fixture and tooling design, vision systems, molding, welding, machining, joining, and assembly methods)
Experience in project management and ergonomics is desired
Benefits
Health Insurance
Health Savings Account
Paid Time Off/Employee Sick and Safe Time (PTO/ESST)
401(k)
401(k) Discretionary Profit Sharing
Employer Paid Life Insurance
Employer Paid Short-term and Long-term Insurance
Dental Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Voluntary Auxiliary Benefits
Vision Insurance
Company
Plastech Corporation
Plastech Corporation is a plastics company that provides thermoplastic components and assemblies.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
2023-02-16
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