Automation Technician
Posted on: 6 Feb 2021
Mt Pleasant, IA
Job Description
At Jabil, we empower the brands who empower the world its our reason for being and the guiding force thats driving us to become the most technologically advanced manufacturing solutions provider on the planet. Whether were serving one of the worlds biggest and best known brands or the coolest tech startups, our resolve never wavers. We share common desires with these brands: to make the world a better, safer and cleaner place.
JOB SUMMARY
Working under general supervision, plans, maps, sequences and performs assembly of complex electrical, mechanical and pneumatic robotic and equipment from verbal and written instructions. Performs layout of mechanical, pneumatic and electrical schematics.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Performs a variety of diagnostic troubleshooting activities on assembly automation equipment.
* Makes mechanical, electrical, pneumatic or hydraulic repairs to assembly automation equipment
* Performs equipment failure analysis, repairs, and scheduled preventative maintenance on robotic and automated equipment.
* Sets up manual and semi-automatic assembly lines and assists in operating pre-production runs.
* Assists in installing new automated equipment and in moving equipment to new locations.
* Edits existing robot programs.
* Updates manuals and programs for automated equipment.
* Keeps accurate reports of all activities performed on each piece of equipment.
* Provides input to engineering staff on areas for machine improvements.
* Supports all company safety and quality programs and initiatives.
* Other responsibilities may be assigned from time to time as needed, based on the evolution of the company and the requirements of the department/position.
* May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
* Ability to use advanced trades mathematics together with use of complex drawings, specifications and charts.
* Ability to use all varieties of precision measuring instruments
* Ability to program and troubleshoot PLC (programmable logic controllers) and ladder logic.
* Ability to read and understand electrical drawings and schematics.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
* High School Diploma or GED and 1 year technical certificate or 2 years experience in machine assembly including mechanical, electrical and pneumatic components Or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience.
Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Jabil Inc.
St Petersburg, FL
Jabil Inc. provides electronic manufacturing services and solutions worldwide. The company operates through two segments, Electronics Manufacturing Services and Diversified Manufacturing Services. It offers electronics design, production, and product management services. The company provides electronic circuit design services, such as application-specific integrated circuit design, firmware development and rapid prototyping services; and designs plastic and metal enclosures that include the electro-mechanics, such as the printed circuit board assemblies (PCBA).
It also specializes in three-dimensional mechanical design comprising the analysis of electronic, electro-mechanical, and optical assemblies, as well as offers various industrial design, advance mechanism development, and tooling management services. In addition, the company provides computer-assisted design services consisting of PCBA design, and PCBA design validation and verification services; and other consulting services, including the generation of a bill of materials, approved vendor list, and assembly equipment configuration for various PCBA designs. Further, it offers product and process validation services, such as product system, product safety, regulatory compliance, and reliability tests, as well as manufacturing test solution development services. Additionally, the company offers systems assembly, test, direct-order fulfillment, and configure-to-order services.
It serves automotive and transportation, capital equipment, computing and storage, defense and aerospace, digital home, industrial and energy, networking and telecommunications, point of sale, printing, consumer wearables, healthcare, mobility, and packaging industries. The company was formerly known as Jabil Circuit, Inc. and changed its name to Jabil Inc. in June 2017. Jabil Inc. was founded in 1966 and is headquartered in Saint Petersburg, Florida.
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IndustryManufacturing
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No. of Employees199, 000
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Website
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