Production Integrator 1st Shift

Department: Production Support
Reports To: Production Support Manager
Location: South Kansas City, MO Plant

Position Overview

This position is responsible for supporting and improving production operations and equipment.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide leadership, instruction, training, and coaching to personnel to implement best practices and improvement initiatives.
• Execute and implement improvements and/or modifications in operations and equipment.
• Create and improve instruction manuals needed for training of operators and supervisors on new or updated equipment.
• Responsible for training operators and supervisors the safe operation of equipment designed.
• Work closely with other specialists including those responsible for quality control of raw material, plant maintenance, plant safety and colleagues on product specifications and equipment requirements.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment containing single and three phase control circuits.
• Troubleshoot circuits containing Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s), Variable Frequency Drives (VFD’s) and Servo systems.
• Assemble Electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems on machinery and equipment.
• Must be Proficient with PLC programming, debugging, and troubleshooting.
• Must be Proficient with reading electrical schematics and the operation of Pneumatic/hydraulic components.
• Must assist management with maintaining the 5S program.

 Non-Essential Job Functions

• Fosters positive working relationships.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Team oriented and positive attitude
• Must be self-motivated and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to follow directions and work harmoniously with supervisors and operators.
• Proficient in PLC programming. (Automation Direct/Allen Bradley preferred)
• Strong fundamental knowledge of mechanical design and its application in automation designs including specification on motors, gears, and mechanical systems, pneumatic, robotic, and vacuum systems.
• Superior knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics i.e., valves, cylinders, and pumps.
• Superior knowledge of electrical systems (through 480 volts).
• Critical thinking with exceptional problem-solving skills, able to work independently or in a team environment.
• Flexibility in terms of dealing with changing priorities and dealing with multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow safety procedures.

 Education and Experience

• B.S. or equivalent technical school training or related and demonstrated job experience.
• Experience in programming, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components.