Robotics Applications Technician II - Universal Instruments Corporation : Job Details

Robotics Applications Technician II

Universal Instruments is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced automation assembly equipment. Our solutions are used to build some of today's high-tech gadgets, and to create the most advanced technologies in the fast-moving electronics industry. From cell phones and tablets to infrastructure, industrial, automotive, military and medical products, our innovative solutions play an integral role in driving the future of technology!

Summary:

Provides feasibility and manufacturability inputs to design engineers during concept development, for non-standard customer applications. Performs a wide variety of skilled electro-mechanical fabrication, machining and assembly operations in support of custom projects. Fits, aligns, calibrates and adjusts parts and mechanisms to meet tolerances and operating requirements, often for one-of-a-kind applications. May install machines at customer sites and perform customer acceptance tests. Trains customers and field engineers on operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of machines.

Principal Accountabilities:

+ Participates in preliminary design discussions, including brainstorming, concept generation, feasibility and manufacturability determinations.

+ Debugs prototype machines or subassemblies.

+ Analyzes operation and performance of machines during test run.

+ Makes changes as required, including fabricating (machining) replacement parts as necessary.

+ Use of machine tools such as CNC, mills, drill press, lathes, grinding etc.

+ Assembles and tests application tooling and integrates with machine.

+ Records test data using computerized spreadsheets to verify correct machine performance.

+ Organizes and files data, prints, materials and related paperwork, to be easily found and referred to.

+ Performs mechanical, electrical and pneumatic setups on custom applications.

+ Programs machines to perform applications to meet customer requirements.

+ Performs a variety of tasks which directly impact on-time delivery, profitability and customer order satisfaction.

+ Installs and troubleshoots completed products when delivered to customers.

+ Works to minimize process variation and maximize throughput on custom applications.

+ Assists customers with resolving mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, process and/or software problems associated with operation, programming, troubleshooting and maintenance of products.

+ Requests assistance from internal resources such as Engineering, Technical Specialists, or other functional experts to expedite problem resolution.

+ May train customers, field engineers and new employees on operation and maintenance of machines.

Minimum Requirements:

+ Associate's Degree with minimum 1-3 years of relevant experience OR Equivalent coursework in vocational OR military training and 3+ years related experience.

+ Relevant experience includes machine tools such as CNC, mills, drill press, lathes, grinding etc.

+ Robotics applications and/or circuit board assembly machinery is highly desirable, along with machining and part fabrication skills.

+ Requires strong customer relation skills in order to determine and satisfy customer needs.

Responsibility for Quality Procedures or Direct Product Quality:

+ Adheres to Universal Quality System policies and procedures and uses Total Cycle Time principles and standard problem solving tools to continuously improve work processes.

Physical Demands:

+ Ability to understand and interpret detailed documents and drawings.

+ Frequently required to access and manipulate various objects, tools, or controls.

+ The employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to vibration.

+ The employee may occasionally lift heavy objects up to 50lbs.

+ Noise level in this environment is usually loud; where necessary, hearing protection equipment is provided.

+ Must be able to communicate clearly with fellow colleagues and customers.

+ The ability to travel to customer sites or technical conferences may be occasionally required.

Universal Instruments is an EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled employer.

Target Hourly Pay Rate: $24.00/hr - $28.00/hr + Robust Benefits