Automation Associate

Job Title: Automation Operator

Summary/Objective:

The Automation Operator will operate automated machines to produce components/assemblies with the highest level of quality, while meeting target productivity standards. Has a complete working knowledge of the operation of machines, measuring devices, tooling, and safety requirements within the assigned area.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

• Understand and abide by all safety/compliance standards set by the assigned area/Samtec.
• Interpretation of blueprint drawings, to build product to the required specifications.
• Ability to use all required measuring devices pertaining to the given process.
• Constructs components and parts to extremely tight tolerances.
• Meet/exceed established productivity goals set by the assigned area.
• Learn and sustain knowledge of all potential quality issues. Work with an attention to detail to ensure all products meet quality standards.
• Perform buddy checks to confirm team member’s work meets specifications.
• Complete production paperwork and ITS data collection entries, per the required frequencies.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Basic use of tools to setup and change required tooling.
• Any other job-related duties as assigned by management.

*The responsibilities as defined are intended to serve as a general guideline for this position. Associates may be asked to perform additional tasks depending on strengths and capabilities.*

Required Experience:

• At least one-year experience working in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints is preferred
• Adequate mechanical abilities are required.
• Must be customer-service focused and have a high degree of attention-to-detail
• Lifting Requirements: Light work – Must be able to exert up to 20 pounds of force frequently, from floor to waist. Must be capable of standing and/or sitting for more than 180 minutes straight, and not suffering from any sensory deprivation and/or paralysis of the limbs.
• Hazards and Atmospheric Conditions: Must adhere to all department safety rules and regulations.