MECHATRONIC TECHNICIAN

General Purpose:

Responsible for the preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of automated systems and technologies across GLOCK Inc. manufacturing operations in Smyrna, GA.

Shift(s) Available:

• 1st shift (6:00 AM to 2:30 PM), Monday through Friday

Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned):

• Perform and document preventative and predictive maintenance for all kinds of automated devices in the manufacturing, assembly, testing, and quality departments.
• Troubleshoot production IT related machine and network issues under the direction and guidance of lead mechatronic technician when required.
• Perform program and software updates according to instructions and/or information from MRT Austria.
• Perform and manage data back-ups to ensure that latest data/programs are available.
• Adjust teaching positions of robots and related automation including proximity switches, sensors, and wiring as needed.
• Assist machine maintenance efforts in cases where expertise may overlap (e.g. dead drives, boards, wiring, soldering, and communication cables).
• Ensure that network connectivity of automated devices and machinery is maintained.
• Supports the installation and testing of new equipment and processes.
• Supports all LEAN activities in his/her area of responsibility, especially for the sustainable execution of 5S principles (order and cleanliness) and continuous process improvement (stable processes) based on KAIZEN principles to achieve highest quality standards
• In cooperation with the maintenance team supports execution of regular and effective preventive maintenance of production IT hardware and automated machinery. This includes routine cleaning, minor repairs, and inspections.
• Supports the machine maintenance department as needed or when directed.
• Self-starter that can work alone with minimal supervision and follow instructions.
• Complies with legal and company ordinances as well as ISO-, OSHA- and Environmental Protection regulatory and ensures highest safety standards in his/her daily work.
• Daily documents activities and follows up with reports about progress made on projects assigned.
• Must adhere to established PM schedule and documents, and provide feedback for modification of activities in order to provide a high level of machine availability.
  

Qualifications/Job Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, pre-skills, and/or abilities needed to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified employees or applicants with disabilities.

Competencies:

Education and/or Experience:

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Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified employees and applicants with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Works with and around greases, oils, coolants, and cleaning solutions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to lift or move parts with an approximate weight up to a maximum weight of 50 lbs. Work requires bending, stooping, kneeling, ladder climbing, and working in small cramped areas. Personal protective equipment is required and provided. Must be able to walk in excess of 10,000 steps per day.

Work Environment:

The work environment is normally a climate controlled industrial manufacturing space. The manufacturing environment can vary, outdoor work can be required. Hot, cold, wind and rain can all be expected. Work could be greasy, slippery, wet, and dusty. Must be able and willing to work outdoors in the elements when required. Sharp loud noises are possible. Able to work at heights in personal lifts and drive a forklift.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

GLOCK, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions at GLOCK, Inc. will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. GLOCK, Inc. prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting status), age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic prohibited by law. In addition to a commitment to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, GLOCK, Inc. has established an affirmative action program to promote opportunities for individuals in certain protected classes throughout GLOCK, Inc. 

GLOCK, Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees to participate in the job application or interview process.

To request a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview for an open position, please send an email to our HR Team at careers@glock.us with the following information:

• Your full name 
• Your contact information
• A description of your accommodation request