Automated Line Technician
Fresenius Medical Care
Summary
Provide technical and administrative support in the installation and operation of automated production and/or assembly lines. Interact with engineering, quality, maintenance and other functions of the business to keep equipment operational and accomplish production objectives. Partner in efforts to trouble shoot a section of the machine. Work as a collaborative team member to operate the equipment and establish test methods. Create, execute, and maintain SOPs for the line. Execute tasks as an individual contributor and a subject matter expert, occasionally interacting with external partners and vendors.
Job description
PURPOSE AND SCOPE
Provide technical and administrative support in the installation and operation of automated production and/or assembly lines. Interact with engineering, quality, maintenance and other functions of the business to keep equipment operational and accomplish production objectives. Partner in efforts to trouble shoot a section of the machine. Work as a collaborative team member to operate the equipment and establish test methods. Create, execute, and maintain SOPs for the line. Execute tasks as an individual contributor and a subject matter expert, occasionally interacting with external partners and vendors.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Have ability and aptitude to quickly learn new process equipment
- Proven contributor to a cross functional and diverse team
- Have a strong working knowledge of PLC and HMI systems
- Experienced in troubleshooting advanced automated processes, assembly and packaging electro-mechanical systems.
- Understand and troubleshoot vision/barcode systems.
- Experience working with inline print systems.
- Ability to develop a detailed process maps and standard operating procedures.
- Demonstrate ability to complete tasks and deliver output under a constrained time line.
- Assist with validation of equipment and methods.
- Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations.
- May escalate difficult/complex issues to supervisor for resolution, as deemed necessary.
- Maintain general housekeeping of working area and plant.
- Follow all Fresenius Policies.
- Regular attendance and maintaining a good attendance record is an essential function of the job.
- Assist with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor.
- Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
- High School Diploma required; Associate's Degree strongly preferred; and Bachelor's Degree desired.
- Ability to speak fluent German a plus.
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS
- 4-6 years' related experience.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
- Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
- To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.
Requirements
- High School Diploma required
- 4-6 years' related experience
- Strong working knowledge of PLC and HMI systems
- Experienced in troubleshooting advanced automated processes, assembly and packaging electro-mechanical systems
- Understand and troubleshoot vision/barcode systems
- Experience working with inline print systems
- Ability to develop detailed process maps and standard operating procedures
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
- Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, geometry, and trigonometry
- Knowledge of Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software
Company overview
Fresenius Medical Care AG & Co. KGaA is the world's leading provider of products and services for individuals with renal diseases, serving as a global healthcare company specializing in kidney dialysis treatment. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Bad Homburg, Germany with North American operations based in Waltham, Massachusetts, the company operates an extensive network of 4,171 outpatient dialysis centers across approximately 50 countries, serving over 345,000 dialysis patients worldwide. As the clear market leader in dialysis services, Fresenius Medical Care holds a dominant 38% market share of the dialysis market in the United States. The company provides comprehensive renal care solutions including hemodialysis machines, dialyzers, peritoneal dialysis solutions, and related medical devices through its 42 production sites globally. With approximately 128,000 employees, Fresenius Medical Care focuses on improving patients' quality of life through innovative technologies and therapies for end-stage renal disease treatment, offering both in-center and home dialysis options while maintaining a strong commitment to value-based care and patient well-being.