Manufacturing Engineering Technician jobs in Greenville, SC

Work at OMRON!

Omron is a leading global manufacturer of industrial automation products focused on sensing and control technologies. Omron Automation has locations in Renton, WA, Chatsworth, CA, Greer, SC and Amherst, NH where we design and manufacture technologically-complex electronics that are used in industrial automation applications by manufacturers across the globe.

At Omron Automation, our culture is one where you have the empowerment to drive results through collaboration while working hands-on with cutting-edge products. Our company has a strong track record of innovation, and a record of accomplishment of developing successful products for the global market.

Omron Automation is a subsidiary of Omron Corporation, an $8 billion global technology company celebrating more than 80 years of success. Join us in our mission to Improve Lives and Contribute to a Better Society.

As an important member of our Operations team, the Manufacturing Engineering Technician will directly support the Manufacturing Engineering group by identifying and troubleshooting the processes, materials, and equipment used on the manufacturing floor. To accomplish these goals, they will assemble, install, operate, calibrate and maintain equipment - all the while making adjustments to optimize performance. Additionally, they will support the creation and dissemination of work instructions and online tools used by our Production staff.

Our Commitment to Employees:

• Training and Career Development Program to give employees a learning path with the necessary tools and resources they need to help build their career at Omron.
• Great financial opportunities with competitive compensation, immediate 401k match with 100% vesting, profit sharing, and Blue Cross Blue Shield for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits.
• Community Awareness that includes activities with local non-profit organizations and a Matching Gift Program.
• Work-Life Balance with Flexible Work Arrangements, Flexible Work Hours, and Sick/Vacation/Holiday Pay.
• Wellness Activities such as Walking Contests, Nutritional Learning Sessions, On Site Flu shots and Health Screenings.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Technical Support

1. Identify and troubleshoot process, material, or equipment problems to minimize down time and recommend solutions to Manufacturing Engineering.
2. Develop, assemble, procure or modify existing and new tooling, fixtures, and equipment to ensure efficient production methods.
3. Assist the Manufacturing Engineers with revisions and improvements to manufacturing methods (OI) and procedures.
4. Ability to read and interpret schematics and engineering diagrams
5. Schedule, complete and document routine maintenance on applicable manufacturing and test equipment.

Lean Processes and Testing

1. Ability to offer insight into lean processes and make recommendations for change
2. Assist in failure analysis, troubleshooting, rework/repair of non-conforming manufactured product to determine root cause.
3. Perform tests, gather data, and write results/reports with assistance from Manufacturing Engineering
4. Promote and support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement activities in Manufacturing.
5. Comply with policies, guidelines and regulatory requirements per the Quality System.

Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE - The responsibilities listed below are representative, but not all inclusive of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability necessary to satisfactorily and successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Basic Qualifications

1. Two-year technical degree. Emphasis on electronics preferred
2. Two to four years of experience as an engineering technician, or a relevant equivalent role, working within manufacturing technology, industrial automation, complex machines, or electronics.
3. Proven ability to read and interpret schematics and engineering diagrams.
4. Documented ability to independently perform tasks and complete work on schedule.
5. Proven strong problem-solving skills and efficient management of time and resources
6. Proven working knowledge of computer programs used in engineering, manufacturing (e.g., ERP or MRP) and office environments (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word)
7. Demonstrated experience executing on leadership's directions and plans.
8. Proven ability to collaborate in a positive manner across disciplines and departments.
9. To conform with U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorization from the U.S. Government.

Preferred Qualifications

1. One year working in a manufacturing environment for electronic assembly.
2. Relevant technical training or engineering or lean certifications

PHYSICAL / ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS - The requirements listed below are representative of the physical and environmental factors the job holder will encounter. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Physical Requirements: While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is often required to talk, hear at normal speaking levels, sit and use their hands and fingers to type, handle or feel, including repetitive motions with the wrists, hands and fingers. The employee is often required to stand, walk throughout the facility, and reach with arms and hands. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision for extensive computer use, reading and visual inspections.

Environmental Factors: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is primarily in a general office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. The position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Travel Requirements: None

Conclusion - This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. But, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.