Engineering Technician

What you will do:

• Plan and manage calibration activities. Assure all production equipment is up-to-date on calibration cycle and meets calibration requirements.
• Maintenance of calibration management system and associated hardcopy and soft-data in accordance with SYK Quality Management System requirements
• Execution of preventative maintenance procedures and routines in assigned processes or area/s.
• Actively interface with cross-functional team members and 3rd party Vendors, always practicing good team work in support of day to day operating requirements.
• Monitoring and reporting of production yield performance on assigned lines
• Engage in mechanical / electrical / electronic troubleshooting, and in resolving hardware /software interfacing problems on the production floor.
• Diagnose malfunctioning fixtures, equipment or systems to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair
• Communicating regularly with the Product Builders regarding issues, concerns and watch-outs on the lines.
• Test electrical systems, circuits and wiring in processing equipment and fixtures
• Planning, layout and installation of processing equipment on work-stations. Modify work stations as required i.e. add or remove shelves, move tables, etc.
• Identifying and assisting the business with the implementation of technical improvements.
• Identification of process equipment spares requirements, plus sourcing and replenishment of all such spares from stock in accordance with company policies
• Work with Engineers/technicians in developing, trouble-shooting, standardising, and improving production methods and procedures
• Support build and test of prototype, development, design verification and process validation units
• Adherence to and enforcement of all Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) requirements on sites, plus communication of any concerns regarding environmental impact, health or safety issues to their Manager
• Building of Quality into all aspects of one’s work by maintaining compliance with all site and corporate Quality Management System requirements
• All other duties as assigned.

What you will need:

• Certificate/ Diploma in Engineering/Trade qualification in electrical, mechanical or related discipline, or working towards this, would be desirable
• 2 years experience in electronic assembly in a modern manufacturing environment
• Experience in the medical device industry is an advantage.
• Ability to work autonomously, with minimum supervision.
• Team player, with a flexible approach.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solid troubleshooting and repair fundamentals
• Experience in understanding business process and computer systems.
• Ability to read and understand schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks while maintaining attention to details and quality of workmanship.
• Requires good written and verbal communication skills, reading and math skills
• Good manual dexterity, and eye/hand coordination.
• Experience using Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel).

Pay rate will not be below any applicable local minimum wage rates.