Sterling Heights, MI, US
Position Duties:
Develop and implement improvements to control systems and equipment using Factory Information Systems (FIS) data
Lead problem solving in resolving equipment performance issues
Lead trouble shooting; coordinate resources to find root cause and fixes, manage and breakdown problems into items that can be validated Assist in the training of manufacturing personnel and plant electricians
Assist in integration of controls into IT systems like Factory Information Systems (FIS), Error Proofing, QWX, and QTS.
Troubleshoot machinery, robot, automation, and controls issues and downtime
Use FIS plant monitoring software to review cycle times of equipment
Review and coordinate project installations
Reprogram equipment for engineering changes and improvements
Maintain program backups for machinery and automation
Program new installations of automation, machinery, material handling, and robots
Review risk assessments as part of a team evaluating equipment safety
Skills Required:
Computer Numerical Control (CNC), Software Systems, PLC/CNC
Experience Required:
Experience: 5 yrs of related experience
Minimum 5 years of experience as a Controls Engineer.
Strong, hands-on CNC experience is required.
Manufacturing background in a high-volume production environment.
Experience supporting gear machining/manufacturing is highly preferred. Resume Submission Instructions
Ability to work with UAW maintenance, Vendors, and other Process Team Members when required
Microsoft Suite familiarity (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
PLC Controller experience (Siemens, Rexroth, Allan Bradley)
Experience Preferred:
Effective oral and written communication skills
Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience
8D and 5Why corrective action and problem solving skills
Lean Tools 5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping
Familiar with UL508A requirements and NFPA79
Siemens Step 7 and TIA Portal programming and troubleshooting
Siemens power line and solution line configuration and programming o Fanuc controls troubleshooting
CNC troubleshooting
Education Required:
High School Diploma / GED
