Assembly Process Technician Lead Thomaston, CT
Full Time
Experience Required
1st shift
About Silgan Dispensing Silgan Dispensing Systems is a growing global company with operations in over 10 countries where we develop dispensing solutions for iconic brands in the beauty, fragrance, personal care, home, and healthcare markets. The dispensers we manufacture can be found on some of your favorite products. When you spray your kitchen counter, wash your hair, or put on your favorite perfume there's a good chance you're using a sprayer, pump or closure we make!! We help brands enhance peoples' lives through our innovative solutions that make dispensing easier, more comfortable, and more sustainable.
At Silgan Dispensing, you can expect an open, safe, and welcoming workplace with team members who are committed to our values. We are customer-oriented, innovative, driven to excel, respectful, inclusive and sustainably focused. We are guided by our belief that we do our best work when we work as One Team.
About this Role The Assembly Process Technician Leader position is an important role on the Silgan Dispensing team and is a great opportunity for those looking to advance their skills. Our plant operates 24 hours a day and 5 to 7 days a week to help produce thousands of our dispensing products each day. So, it's important to keep it running efficiently and continuously. The Assembly Process Technician Leader keeps our equipment operational by setting up, optimizing production runs and performing quality checks as needed for each machine. That person also performs PM and makes improvements to the PM system, and provides leadership to the Optech and Assembly Mechanics. Here's a list of duties that our Assembly Process Technician performs on a typical day:
Responsible for the 1st , 2nd
, and 3rd
shift team's safe, efficient completion of the assembly process in a high quality and repeatable manner
Push team for on time completion of PM
Perform duties to complete a wide variety of complicated machine set ups (such as dip tube changes, mechanical parts change)
Perform quality checks/audits during a production run through visual inspection and aligned with the quality plan
Measure, examine and test assembly units to detect malfunctions or out of tolerance conditions. Adjust machine or fixtures as necessary.
Perform preventive maintenance on Assembly machines to maintain production equipment and reduce downtime.
Add to Preventative Maintenance Procedures as opportunities arise. Periodic review of existing procedure to ensure relevancy.
Creation of VWI and Procedure for repeatable results reduced training and standard work around machine operation, PM and setup. Set example for the team to do the same.
Identify efficiency improvement, cost savings and quality improvement opportunities.
Participate in EH&S reviews
Assist with CI activities as needed: root cause analysis and corrective actions
Maintain accurate documentation of quality inspection results and production results
Ensure outgoing products follow required specifications
Escalates identified safety, quality, performance issues as may be needed.
Training and supporting of others within the value stream.
Supports machine disassembly
Troubleshoots issues beyond basic resets, being able to identify incorrect machine messages and determining root cause/corrective actions
Determines corrective actions on electrical parts or electrical related issues
Lead or participate in 5S and other lean kaizen opportunities. Drive Continuous Improvment
Use CAD to design, improve, or reverse Engineering tooling, mounting, or guarding needs.
Use of 3D printer or machining skills (lathe, vertical mill) to groom, make new, or repair machine tools.
Trouble shooting of electrical systems – servos, sensors, HMI, PLC.
Work with Engineering to Analytically come to root cause not just to repair a problem but to permanently fix it.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualified Candidates must have: PLC, HMI control Coding CAD (preferably solidworks) Design for manufacture, Design for 3D print Electrical and Electronic Controls troubleshooting, repair and replacement, and improvement Knowledge of ISO system for documenting procedures, new drawings, or drawing changes. Basic machine troubleshooting skills/ability to solve mechanical issues Willingness to assist other cross-functional groups based on needs Ability to work independently and be proactive Ability to analyze, interpret and report data based on machine performance. Min of high school diploma or GED preferred. Ability to learn, grow and adapt to changing business needs. Preferred Candidates will have: Willingness to assist other cross-functional groups based on needs. Ability to work independently and be proactive. Ability to analyze, interpret and report data. Ability to prioritize work is essential. Good oral and written communication skills Physical Demands (Reasonable accommodations provided): Ability to lift and/or move 35 lbs. Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) on the production floor. Physical requirements include but not limited to sitting, standing, climbing, walking, lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing, stooping, crouching, color determination and grasping. Benefits: Those who join our team will have access to a competitive benefits package that includes options for medical, dental, vision, 401(K), paid vacation time, paid holidays, overtime eligibility for hourly employees and much more! Silgan dispensing also has a generous shift differential pay for hourly employees on 2nd
and 3rd
shift.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
You should be proficient in:
Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
