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Parker Hannifin Corporation Automation Technician in MANHATTAN, Kansas
Automation Technician
Location : MANHATTAN, KS, United States
Job Family : Manufacturing and Production
Job Type : Regular
Posted : Sep 17, 2024
Job ID : 51905
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SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Perform all duties necessary to the efficient operation of all equipment in the department. Operate and maintain plant equipment in accordance with standard work and building procedures. Support operations and engineering in the design, build, implementation, and maintenance of custom-built equipment and processes under the direction of the Engineering department. Develop innovative and creative approaches for improvement in safety, quality, and productivity in processes and equipment. Occasional travel may be necessary.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Implement or test design solutions.
Perform runs on equipment in support of the Engineering team.
Repair or replace broken components and test machines for performance.
Read/interpret schematics and layout drawings of equipment.
Communicate automation problems with Engineering team and other appropriate functions.
Recommend improvements to assembly, maintenance, safety, test method of product through automated process.
Must be capable of following and meeting standard work requirements.
Must be able to use computer programs to assist in recording data, making labels, printing tooling layouts, obtaining prints and specifications, etc.
Be able to continue to pursue future designs that will help Parker HPD move forward in leading edge technology.
DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC/ NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Specify and order any materials required to create any approved project and document the final designs. This documentation must include items such as: blueprints, bill of materials, preventative maintenance standard work, etc. as required for continued support of the equipment
Perform all root cause analysis, institute CANDO check actions for equipment exhibiting recurrent failures, excessive cost, or quality issues
Develop safety practices that improve working conditions on equipment as needed and beyond OEM standards to ensure a safe Parker work environment in HPD plants.
Must schedule or arrange equipment repairs, new equipment design and implementation and ensure proper requisition, charges, and accounting of repair parts to current departments.
Work safely in accordance with regulations, standards, and procedures in a manner that eliminates risk to health and the environment. Notify leadership of unsafe conditions or practices unlawful activities and activities which present unreasonable health and/or environmental risk. Report all safety and/or environmental incidents to leadership immediately.
Participate in peer-based teams (i.e., Natural High-Performance Teams), and work with groups to initiate and implement programs such as Lean Manufacturing and 5-S.
Promote positive teamwork.
Able to foster professionalism with all associates along with internal and external customers
Additional duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education required:
High School diploma or GED
Trade school education preferred
Experience:
Minimum of 3-5 years of trade school education and/or industrial manufacturing experience in a similar role
Preferred Skills/ Qualifications:
Process knowledge specific to hose manufacturing
Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Sound decision making skills
Good math, reading and writing skills
Be able to exercise continuous mental, visual and audio attention
Creative and out of the box thinker to visualize and construct equipment and/or make modification that will improve safety and productivity for our processes and people
Skills/ Competencies:
Basic computer skills
Vision: Near acuity and accommodation for reading information to perform job tasks
Requires constant alertness to surroundings and product quality with attention to detail
Have working knowledge of the maintenance and functionality of various types of manufacturing equipment
Have working knowledge and understanding of plumbing, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, electrical equipment (systems up to 480 volts), carpentry, fabrication, and design
Familiarity with programming knowledge in PLC’s, HMI’s
Strong working knowledge of Machine Sensors
Strong understanding of mechanics
Physical Requirements:
Ability to operate material handling equipment
Ability to work in hot temperatures during the summer
Occasional crawling and / or climbing
Ability to work in indoor and outdoor conditions
Occasional assignments working at heights.
None at All
(0%)
Occasional
(1-33%)
Frequent
(34-66%)
Continuous
(67-100%)
Lift/Carry
X
Up to 10 lbsX
11-20 lbsX
21-50 lbsX
Bending
X
Twist/Turn
X
Reach Below Knee
X
Push/Pull
X
Squat/Kneel
X
Stand/Walk
X
Sit
X
Lifting Above Shoulders
X
Use of Hands and Fingers
X
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS/ SCOPE:
· Report directly to Senior Manufacturing Engineer
· Work closely with other departments to resolve issues with the processes & equipment
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The employee may be subject to:
· High noise levels from operating machines and equipment
· Physical hazards from operating machines and moving reels
Work in areas where safety equipment will be required (steel toe shoes, eye protection, hearing protection)
Standing is required for extended periods of time. Walking, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, turning, twisting, squatting, and lifting is performed on a regular basis
Requires high degree of manual dexterity, which could be performed under restrictive conditions
Requires flexible hours and short notice for overtime
The employee may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.
DISCLAIMER:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.
Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. Learn more at www.parker.com or @parkerhannifin.
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