Summary
Location
Greenwood
Type
full-time
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About this role
Job Description:
Machine Technician 1 is responsible for manufacturing quality product by operating/ maintaining equipment and processes that provide optimum customer service. This position is reserved for Machine Technicians at the entry level. This position is also responsible for enhancing the department’s safety, quality, and productivity as well as assisting Facilitator as required.
This position will be responsible for knowing and implementing all area specific compliance issues, including safety, quality, environmental, and MT/plant policies. This position will contribute to team efforts by participating in continuous improvement projects as required. This position will also require working with maintenance to complete necessary preventative maintenance procedures.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Know and adhere to all safety requirements in the work area.
- Housekeeping- follow all housekeeping policies and schedules.
- Understand and demonstrate how to use all gauges in the cell.
- Understand tolerances and how to make offsets on the machine to stay in spec.
- Utilize quality tools in the cell i.e., SPC, OEE, etc.
- Operate a minimum of one machine in the department efficiently. (85% or better)
- Perform set up (change overs) following procedures in a timely manner.
- Troubleshoot equipment, including automated operations, tooling, controls, and sensors.
- Assist maintenance department in preventative maintenance responsibilities. Participate in updates of preventative maintenance schedules.
- Conduct routine equipment/product inspections and complete required documentation.
- Perform minor equipment repairs, providing feedback documentation to Maintenance and Supervisor as needed.
- Inform Supervisor or Department Manager about processes or equipment requiring attention.
- Recommend and participate in completion of continuous improvement projects specifically designed to improve processes, productivity and quality, especially those related to corrective actions.
- Complete additional duties as assigned by the manager/supervisor, including working other shifts as necessary.
- Know, complete, and adhere to 5S practices in the assigned work area and throughout the department.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Must demonstrate good written and oral communication skills.
- Able to interpret technical data, including drawings and OMS.
- Must be proficient in the use of common inspection and test equipment.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills required.
Education and Experience Requirements
- High School or GED diploma required.
- Technical Certification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Automation preferred.
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in maintenance, mechanical, or technical field at MT or similar employer.
Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.
Other facts
About Milwaukee Tool
For over 100 years, Milwaukee Tool has led the industry with innovative solutions that redefine performance, productivity, and safety for the professional trades. Fueled by an unwavering commitment to its users, Milwaukee Tool pioneers breakthrough technologies, products, and services that empower tradespeople to excel in their work and return home safely each day. Milwaukee is dedicated to delivering a steady stream of advanced, trade-specific solutions from its global research, design and development facilities located across southeast Wisconsin.
We enable a fast-paced design environment where our employees experience the challenge and satisfaction of seeing a product evolve from concept to the shelves of our retail and distribution partners and into the hands of our professional users on the jobsite.
At Milwaukee Tool, we recognize your career path is as individual as you are. Whether you are considering joining us early in your career or you have been in the workforce for years, our priority is to help you meet your professional goals. Being part of a fast paced and innovative culture, professional development….WE CREATE EMPOWERED LEADERS
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What you'll do
- The Machine Technician 1 is primarily responsible for manufacturing quality product by operating and maintaining equipment and processes to ensure optimal customer service. This role also involves enhancing departmental safety, quality, and productivity, and assisting the Facilitator as needed.
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