Mechanical Engineering Technician

DESCRIPTION:

Provides technical assistance for mechanical products and manufacturing lines. Including but not limited to:

• Hands on support of manufacturing operations, tooling, and equipment.
• Collaborating with engineers on process and product improvement.
• Assist with returns analysis and debug of product performance issues related to the product or the manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with engineering and provide support to ensure smooth and efficient operation on a daily basis.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide daily technical support of manufacturing operations.
• Work with Engineering and/or Maintenance on new machine builds and equipment repairs.
• Introduce and perform preventive maintenance activities.
• Purchase tooling and equipment where necessary.
• Assist engineers with process improvement initiatives, Cost saving projects, and product feature enhancements.
• Provide root cause analysis on returned products as requested by Production or QA.
• Provide documentation support for Machine Schematics, Work Instructions, Engineering Change Requests, etc.
• As required, support product test initiatives by procuring, building and testing products and competitive products.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Trade School, Certificate Program, A.S. Engineering Degree (Mechanical or Manufacturing preferred)
• One or more years' experience in manufacturing environment.
• Aptitude for engineering problem solving. Must be a critical thinker with the ability to troubleshoot machine malfunctions.
• MS Office skills including Word/Excel. CAD modeling is a plus.
• Able to handle direction and daily production tasks with minimal assistance.
• Must work well in a team environment with good communication skills.
• Hands on experience working with tools, equipment, machinery, automotive, carpentry, etc.

Ashcroft Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Please note: The position requires U.S. Citizen, Permanent Legal Resident or granted Asylee/Refugee

status under the Immigration and Nationality Act.