Manufacturing Shift Technician

Requisition Number: 72319

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Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry. This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications.

The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

Provides first, second and third level troubleshooting of equipment process issues in a manufacturing facility. Works hands‑on with manufacturing equipment and activities. Identifies and supports process improvements. Uses judgment, experience and initiative to resolve problems and make recommendations.

• 1st point of contact to provide comprehensive electrical/controls/mechanical/equipment troubleshooting of production equipment issues.
• Responsible for monitoring area performance, identifying equipment/process issues, and following issues to closure.
• Simultaneously managing and troubleshooting multiple issues using sound technical principles to drive resolution with the ability to prioritize issues based on the overall plant's needs.
• Support Preventive Maintenance and equipment upkeep efforts.
• Directing maintenance personnel in the repairs, maintenance, testing, installation, and debugging of equipment.
• Stay up to date with training from engineering and technical SME (Subject Matter Expert) areas, on new processes/equipment and/or on procedural changes.
• Work with a variety of groups including operators, other support technicians, engineers, and trades to coordinate and direct equipment startup, repair, troubleshooting, and process changes.
• Contribute to keep production teams current on processes, equipment, and procedures.
• Reference supporting documentation to complete tasks and report documentation discrepancies that need to be updated.
• As needed, develop, document, and deliver training packages for new or modified equipment to production and support groups in the plant.
• Assisting engineers in the design, troubleshooting, documentation, and implementation of new or modified production equipment.
• Maintain the systems and actions necessary to ensure compliance with department certification programs, quality system audit program, and ISO 14000 registration.
• Champion a safe work environment and help enforce all housekeeping and safety regulations.
• Fill in for Shift Supervisor as needed.

Two year electrical/mechanical/or controls technical degree preferred (Associates) OR High school diploma and 5+ years manufacturing experience.

• Experienced in troubleshooting and repair of electrical and pneumatic controls including use of test equipment.
• Experienced in troubleshooting and repair of simple to complex mechanical equipment.
• Familiarity with sensors, thermocouples (TCs), switches, motors, and actuators.
• Ability to read/understand electrical, mechanical drawings, and machine specifications.
• Familiarity with PLC fundamentals as well as to work through logic for troubleshooting.
• Computer literate and understands Microsoft windows to locate files, edit,…