Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Are you interested in working for a company that fosters growth opportunities, community involvement and a team oriented atmosphere? ClarkDietrich fosters a work-life balance and offers competitive compensation and benefits.
Join a team that is STRONGER THAN STEEL℠, by applying to become an Engineering Technician at any of our locations as this position requires 50 to 75% travel.
SUMMARY The Engineering Technician installs and Starts manufacturing machines in accordance with product specifications and quality standards.
Recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods and controls.
Coordinates manufacturing launch for new or revised products.
Provides operator initial training on manufacturing lines.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Project management involving both technical and contractor management skills.
Extensive experience in either the rollforming industry or a related industry.
Production Management Experience.
Ability to self-direct in a field environment given the goals of the project.
Ability to install and startup equipment.
Fabrication Skills for installation and rebuild purposes.
Initial Operator Training for startup of equipment.
General electrical installation capabilities.
Welding and pipefitting.
Hydraulic and pneumatic installation and troubleshooting.
Electrical print reading.
Rigging.
Operate cranes and forklift.
PLC troubleshooting.
50%-75% travel required to facilities across the United States.
Safety: Works safely and follows all safety rules and operational procedures.
Properly inspects equipment and completes any forms as required.
wears and maintains all required PPE.
Understands all safety devices and their operation.
Supervisory Responsibilites: None Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS Planning; an ability to think ahead and plan machine installations Management; the ability to organize and manage multiple priorities Technical skills in manufacturing processes and methods including layout, assembly and production equipment Product development experience Quality orientation and attention to detail Problem analysis and resolution Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Strong team player Ability to solve complex problems and a variety of changing needs under stress Solid decision-making skills EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Two year technical Associates degree or equivalent experience Computer assisted design (AutoCAD) proficiency Proficiency in use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook The military equivalent will be recognized in lieu of education and/or experience.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS Lifting-occasional, up to 50 lbs.
Standing-8+ hours per day Walking-off and on, 4-6 hours per day Body positions-squatting, bending, extending arms, stooping, reaching overhead Grasping-both hands up to 8 hours per day Sitting-none Pushing-occasionally Climbing-occasionally Availability to travel 50%-75% Mathematical Skills: Basic mathematical skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication and changing fractions into decimals Ability to read a tape measure, caliper and micrometer accurately Mechanically Inclined WORK ENVIRONMENT Office & Manufacturing Plant - exposure to head and cold Personal Protective Equipment always required while on manufacturing floor Noise controlled environment High level activity - continous overhead crane and forklift operation CLARKDIETRICH BENEFITS INCLUDE: Full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts and Life Insurance) 401(k) with company match Annual Incentive Paid Time Off Tuition Reimbursement Professional Certification Reimbursement Community Service Day