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Technician I

Southco Inc

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Job overview

Southco Inc is hiring a Technician I. The Technician I installs, maintains, repairs, and modifies production equipment and machinery to support manufacturing requirements. This role involves working with production personnel and supervisors daily to resolve immediate manufacturing problems and ensure safety. The technician also collaborates with Manufacturing Engineers and contractors on productivity improvements and machinery upgrades.

Key focus areas include Work with Manufacturing Engineers and contractors in the implementation of set-up reductions and productivity improvements, Carry out scheduled maintenance and testing of all machinery and equipment, and Respond to emergency situations that affect production capabilities and safety in a timely manner.

Successful candidates bring City & Guilds In Electrical Or Mechanical Background, HNC/HND In Mechanical/Electrical Background, and PLC Courses. Important skills include Pneumatics Knowledge, Hydraulics Knowledge, and Electrical Codes Familiarity.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Pneumatics KnowledgeHydraulics KnowledgeElectrical Codes Familiarity

Qualifications

2 Years Relevant Experience in an Engineering EnvironmentCity & Guilds in Electrical or Mechanical BackgroundHNC/HND in Mechanical/Electrical BackgroundPLC CoursesPLC Courses

Benefits

Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

About the role

To install, maintain, repair and modify production equipment and machinery to support production requirements. Work directly with production personnel and supervisors on a daily basis to solve immediate manufacturing problems and ensure safety.

What you will be doing

  • Work with Manufacturing Engineers and contractors in the implementation of set-up reductions and productivity improvements. DFT line designs and machinery upgrades.

  • Carry out scheduled maintenance and testing of all machinery and equipment in accordance with the machinery database

  • Respond to emergency situations that affect production capabilities and safety in a timely manner to allow continuation of production activities.

  • Operate tool and die machinery with skill enough to make simple tooling and fixturing when necessary.

  • To provide cover when required on rotating call out system for production breakdowns and operational needs.

  • Ensure that all activities adhere to the relevant quality system.

  • Ensure work is always carried out in accordance with the relevant Health. Safety and Environmental Procedure.

  • Any other duties as may reasonably be requested by the Production Engineering Supervisor or Engineering Manager.

How you will be making an impact

This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation of production machinery and equipment. By installing, maintaining, repairing, and modifying production equipment, you directly support production requirements, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of manufacturing processes. Your daily interactions with production personnel and supervisors facilitate prompt problem-solving and ensure safety protocols are adhered to.

About you

  • City & Guilds in Electrical or Mechanical background.

  • HNC/HND in mechanical/Electrical background.

  • PLC courses/any.

  • Must have basic knowledge of Pnuematics & Hydraulics.

  • Must be familiar with the relevent electrical codes.

  • 2 years relevant experience in an engineering environment

How will we reward you

  • Competitive base pay

  • Generous time off – starting at 3 weeks of annualized PTO (first year is prorated based on start date), 9 company holidays plus 2 floating holidays

  • 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan – Company makes automatic 2% contribution of eligible pay plus matching contributions of 50% up to the first 6% of eligible pay you contribute.

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan valued at approximately 4-6% of eligible earnings which includes dividend payments after 3 year vesting period

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) beginning first day of employment; company funds a portion of HSA for high deductible health plans

  • Company paid Life & Disability Insurance including: Short term, Long Term, and Life

  • Great Tuition Reimbursement program to support undergraduate or graduate programs available to all employees

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