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Machine Assembler and Installer

Ken-Bar Tool & Engineering, Inc.

Posted on 04/30/2023

Location

Muncie, Indiana

Description

The Company:

We, at Ken-Bar Tool & Engineering, Inc., are an innovative provider of diverse manufacturing solutions. Our employees design and build tooling and equipment that help our customers maximize their production efficiency and quality. With a broad product portfolio that includes assembly equipment and test equipment for the automotive, appliance, industrial goods, medical device and other industries, there is a lot of variety in the work we perform, creating a stimulating work environment. Our automation and robotics solutions pose challenges that require creativity and skill from our workforce, but provide the satisfaction of advancing the state of manufacturing.

Job Summary:

The Machine Assembler and Installer is responsible for executing all aspects of the assembly and installation of complex manufacturing equipment, which includes assembly equipment, test equipment and robot cells. He/she performs mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic assembly work, testing, and debug work and makes final adjustments to assure that performance requirements are met. The Machine Assembler and Installer also assists with minor manufacturing and fabrication work as needed.

The Machine Assembler and Installer travels to the customer for installation and commissioning of the equipment, including trouble-shooting as needed, tuning for maximum performance and training of customer personnel. This may also involve mechanical and electrical repairs and modifications in addition to software installation and executing programming changes under the direction of a controls engineer.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities:

Plan and execute machine assembly activities
Follow mechanical and electrical drawings and the direction set by the engineers and designers
Skillfully operate various manufacturing and assembly equipment in a safe manner
Collaborate with other department members and with other company departments
Follow project timelines
Follow company processes and procedures and assist in improving them
Validate equipment designs during and after build completion
Make adjustments to the assembled equipment as needed and properly document any changes to make sure product documentation is up-to-date
Break down equipment at the build facility and reassemble, set up and connect equipment at the customer’s facility
Participate in equipment run-off activities at Ken-Bar and at the customer facility
Document lessons learned
Travel: up to 50%
Other duties as assigned

Minimum Skills & Abilities

Skills & Qualifications – Required:

Highschool diploma or GED
Minimum 3-5 years of work experience in machine assembly and installation or equipment maintenance
Ability to read mechanical drawings, electrical drawings and pneumatic and hydraulic schematics
Basic machining and fabrication skills (i.e. drilling, cutting, milling, turning and welding)
Experience with production and assembly processes
Familiarity with automation equipment and components
Ability to analyze and interpret technical information with good attention to detail
Understanding of common industry safety standards and safety concepts and requirements
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to meet project timing and to work under pressure
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, etc.)
Understanding of ergonomics concepts and requirements
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds