Job Description
This position is responsible for the mechanical build and start-up of machine tool equipment. The position requires strong mechanical aptitude, an in-depth knowledge of metric prints, and an understanding of metal cutting principles. Participate in the installation of equipment at customers’ site as needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assemble and start-up new CNC machines to Heller factory specifications
- Assemble and start-up assembly equipment
- Utilize precision measuring instruments (such as calipers, levels, indicators, micrometers, lasers, etc.)
- Perform geometry checks according to Heller measuring protocols
- Read and follow mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical prints/drawings
- Fitting, aligning, calibrating and adjusting parts and mechanisms to meet tolerances and product operating requirements
- Troubleshoot machine errors
- Maintain a clean and orderly work environment
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Process Owner Responsibilities:
Education and Experience:
- Advanced technician training, completed related apprenticeship or a minimum of 4 years related experience.
- Understanding of drawings, schematics and troubleshooting
- Previous CNC machining or machine building experience preferred
- Experience with precision machining assembly
- NC programming experience a plus
Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints
- Strong mechanical skills
- Strong knowledge of CNC controls (Siemens/Fanuc)
- Time management skills
- Self-motivated; able to work alone or in a team
- Full understanding of the metric system
- Strong math skills
- Good aptitude for troubleshooting
- Willing to work overtime as required
Training Requirements:
- General Safety
- 9001 Quality System Awareness
- ISO 14001 Environmental Awareness
- OSHA 10
Physical Demands:
- Some physical exertion required.
- Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and occasionally bend and move about the facility.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Safety glasses
- Hearing protection may be required while performing specific tasks.
- Steel toe safety shoes may be required while performing specific tasks.
Work Environment:
- Works in a plant environment.
- Some domestic/international travel maybe required.
Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
Company Description
HELLER was founded in 1894 as a small craftsmans workshop in Germany. Today a world leading manufacturer with 2,000+ employees, the group develops and produces state-of-the-art machine tools and entire production systems for metal-cutting processes. The HELLER product range comprises 4-axis and 5-axis CNC machining centers, CNC mill/turning centers, CNC machines for crankshaft and camshaft machining, flexible manufacturing systems and a modular range of services. HELLER began its operations in the United States in 1982 and has a production facility in Troy, MI.