Advanced Manufacturing Technician Job at American Battery Solutions in Lake Orio

Job Summary:

The Advanced Manufacturing Technician is responsible for assisting with all Advanced Manufacturing responsibilities while supporting manufacturing, assembly, and facility operations to meet customer requirements and company goals. This position will work directly with the Advanced Manufacturing Engineers completing hands-on assignments during the launch of new projects.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in machine and product design reviews.
• Assemble prototype or development-type components with hand tools, power tools, fixtures, and custom equipment.
• Support the introduction of new products from engineering into manufacturing to include training, product testing, quality, safety, and material flow.
• Create and maintain work instructions, process sheets, and other related documentation for the production line.
• Ensure that equipment meets all applicable industrial standards (e.g., no missing guards).
• Identify and implement continuous improvement projects (e.g., cost reduction, efficiency improvement).
• Design fixture and/or tooling as needed.
• Maintain 5s methodology and lean manufacturing principles.
• Assist with equipment installations and start-up.
• Setup and maintain manufacturing and assembly equipment.
• Perform tooling changeovers.
• Perform electromechanical technical troubleshooting.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining a preventive maintenance program.
• Assist with maintaining Spare Parts System.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment, electrical components, and production processes.
• Use, verify, and support Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) procedure including all applicable de-energization methods.
• Support weekend and off-shift work as required.
• Support the production operator, build or assembly technicians.
• Drive cost reduction and quality improvement programs.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Follow and adhere to all safety procedures and protocols.
• Adhere to federal and state regulations.
• Adhere to all company policies, processes, and procedures.
• Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
• Predictable and reliable attendance.

Position Qualifications:

• Minimum five (5) years of maintenance/manufacturing experience.
• Previous Experience:
  • Electrical – AC/DC, circuits, motors, motor controls, troubleshooting, etc.
  • Controls – PLCs, basic ladder logic, troubleshooting. MES-Ignition (preferred).
  • Design – SolidWorks/AutoCAD or others.
  • Mechanical – Machine shop skills, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to understand engineering documentation and work closely with engineering and other manufacturing areas.
• Ability to work side by side with service providers as required to maintain equipment and facility.
• Tooling knowledge and experience modifying production lines for program launches.
• Robotic knowledge and experience.
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time as required.
• Ability to follow directions as assigned.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical issues.
• Knowledge of quality and environment management systems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with Plex ERP systems and MES is preferred.

Key Competencies:

• Working Safely: Demonstrates safe behaviors. Aware of potential risks and threats in the workplace.
• Focuses on Quality: Drives work results with a quality focus on actions and results.
• Continual Improvement: Displays a consistent orientation toward producing the highest quality products or services, while keeping a focus on sustainability. Constantly looking for incremental improvements in work processes and results.
• Takes Initiative: Exhibits strong drive for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and drives issues to closure; persists despite obstacles and opposition.
• Teamwork: Works cooperatively with others to accomplish team goals and organizational objectives.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

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 enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The noise level in the work environment can be moderately loud.
• May be required to recognize small numbers, letters, symbols, colors on prints, and/or operate field instruments/equipment.
• Able to complete physically demanding work.
• Must be able to manipulate equipment for calibration and modification.
• Prolonged periods of operating equipment.
• Visual acuity to follow hand signals, maintain logs, and inspect and maintain machinery.
• Able to work in confined spaces.
• Prolonged periods of kneeling, bending, crouching, and climbing ladders.
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, and stretching.
• Must be able to bend, lift, stretch, stoop, push, pull, stand, and carry as needed to inspect, service, and operate machinery, equipment, and gauges.
• Must be able to maintain attention for long periods of time.
• Prolonged periods working on feet, using tools, and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending and stooping.
• Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced.
• Must have good hand/eye coordination.
• Must be able to physically operate heavy equipment.
• Ability to work while in compliance with ergonomic guidelines.
• The ability to lift 50 pounds regularly.
• The ability to respond quickly to sounds.
• The ability to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
• The ability to see and respond to dangerous situations.
• The ability to wear personal protective gear correctly.
• The ability to perform the job while working at elevated heights (e.g., in an aerial lift or on a roof).

Why Join Us

American Battery Solutions (ABS) provides comprehensive benefit plan options at no cost and a competitive salary to all associates. ABS is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Benefits Overview

• Paid time off includes 4 weeks, 15 holidays, and parental leave.
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) offerings.
• Company provided 401K savings plan with matching contributions to help you save for retirement.
• Voluntary benefits offerings.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee Referral program.
• Employee development and career growth opportunities.

About Us

At American Battery Solutions (ABS) we are developing the next generation of battery energy storage systems that will power the vehicles of today and tomorrow! Our team works with the latest technologies and battery chemistries engineering, testing, and manufacturing batteries to power the world’s electric propulsion transition. At ABS you may get a chance to work on a project for an autonomous warehouse robot or an autonomous lawnmower, or you may work on a battery for a fleet of delivery vehicles or a transit bus, or even an EV start-up or a massive grid energy storage system. Our team is led by some of the industry’s most experienced professionals, but we pride ourselves on developing a diverse team of next-generation battery experts.

The Location - Lake Orion

American Battery Solutions Headquarters and Innovation Center is located in the heart of South-East Michigan in Orion Township. Orion Township is a Pure Michigan Trail Town that has a long-standing dedication to enhancing trails and pathways in its community, which is home to the Polly Ann Trail, Paint Creek Trail, and Iron Belle Trail. The township boasts more than 50 miles of trails. Southeast Michigan also boasts some of the best eating around! Whether your interest is in furthering your education, enjoying one of the many regional sporting events, or enjoying the vast outdoors that Michigan has to offer, you’ll be at the center of it here!

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