Sr. Automation/Robotic Maintenance Technician

Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: APOG), was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN.  Apogee is a growing, profitable company with annual revenues approaching $1.5 billion.  We provide distinctive metal and glass solutions for enclosing commercial buildings, and glass and acrylic solutions for picture framing and display applications. To learn more visit: www.apog.com.

The Apogee Performance Surfaces segment has grown from $100M to $200M in revenue through a recent acquisition.  Our brands in the Performance Surfaces portfolio develop and manufacture high-performance coated materials for a variety of applications, including wall décor, museums, graphic design, architectural interiors, digital display, and industrial flooring markets.  We are the global leader in anti-reflective, conservation grade electrostatic dissipative, high-definition, and abrasion resistance coatings, that provide protection, innovative designs, and exceptional durability. 

Position Summary
The Sr. Automation/Robotics Maintenance Technician completes complex preventative, proactive, and predictive maintenance, in-depth troubleshooting, and repair of automated material handling, robotic, & custom automated machinery.  Will utilize prescribed processes as they relate to mechanical power transmission, electrical, PLC/controls, robotics, welding/fabrication, and other facilities related systems.

Responsibilities
•    Under minimal supervision, provides preventative and predictive maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of material handling systems through demonstrated proficiency in mechanical power transmission and electrical with working knowledge of PLC/controls/Robotics as well as general mechanical skills, repair welding, and industrial equipment rebuilds.
•    Adheres to all applicable safety standards and promotes a safe work environment by attending safety meetings and required trainings and addressing all safety concerns.
•    Will interpret electrical or mechanical schematics, manufacturer’s manuals and engineering specifications to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair system faults and failures or determine escalation.
•    Responds to production line calls to troubleshoot system issues, diagnose problems and make repairs.
•    Ability to utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management (CMMS) software to enter and retrieve prescribed data.
•    Complex skills required in diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical and/or PLC/controls/robot failures.
•    May rely on higher level Technicians and Engineers in complex systems issues.
•    Prefer ability to read PLC ladder logic and SCADA structure.
•    Prefer ability to coach & assist lower-level technicians.
•    Prefer ability to write work instructions and maintenance SOPs as needed to document new procedures and maintenance/repair methodologies.
•    Prefer fundamental project leadership skills to develop scopes of work and project plans for small scale projects to be executed at a local level.
•    May be required to work a flexible schedule including all days and shifts as the business need dictates.
•    Performs other duties as assigned.

Personal Attributes and Experience
•    High School Diploma or GED required
•    Certificates and/or Diplomas in Industrial Maintenance/Mechatronics, Robotics, Control Integration, Industrial Electrical or Mechanical trade or related area.
•    An associate degree in a related area is preferred.
•    Ten (10) years’ experience in Industrial Maintenance with proficiency in knowledge and demonstrated skills in mechanical power transmission, electrical and working knowledge of PLC/Controls/Robotics and welding/fabrication skills through job experience, related military experience and/or related education required.
•    High degree of proficiency in troubleshooting and determining root-cause of issues on large scale automated systems.
•    Acquired certificates and degrees may be assessed by manager and HR to determine relevancy to minimum qualifications and experience.

Skills and Abilities
o    Able to apply general mechanical knowledge/abilities. 
o    Ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical system failures, which may include understanding of engineering concepts.
o    Understand power transmission concepts, such as gear ratios, service factor, horsepower and frame size to repair/replace a failed gearbox and/or motor when the correct replacement parts are not available
o    Understand mechanical design concepts to be able to replace failed pulleys and bearings with replacements that don’t match design without impacting performance of a conveyor (speed, torque, etc.)
o    Can read, interpret and create or modify mechanical drawings
o    Able to use mechanical measuring devices and complex testing equipment (thermal and chemical meters).

•    Electrical / PLC / Controls / Robotics
o    Ability to interpret electrical or mechanical schematics, manufacturer’s manuals and engineering specifications to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair system faults and failures or determine escalation
o    Use a digital multimeter to resistance test de-energized circuits.
o    Troubleshoot and diagnose both the power and the control branch of motor controls circuits.
o    Read, interpret and create or modify electrical drawings/schematics.
o    Familiarity with a range of robot platforms including ABB, Fanuc, KUKA, etc...
o    Go online with PLC processors to aid in troubleshooting.
o    Understand PLC networks, such as ControlNet, DeviceNet, Wonderware/Aveva, Ignition, etc.

•    Welding or Fabrication  
o    Repair broken components where factors such as position or load may impact the repair, such as motor mounting plates or conveyor legs.
o    Use vertical mill/drill and other machining tools
o    MIG, stick and TIG weld in all positions.
o    Understand difference between structural and non-structural welds and how to apply them on machinery and equipment.

•    Facilities & Building Systems
o    High level troubleshooting of issues with building electro-mechanical systems, HVAC, plumbing, gas, electrical services.
o    Monitor actions of outside HVAC, plumbing, gas, and electrical services contractors as needed to ensure tasks are thorough and safely executed.
o    Perform other duties as requested by plant management.

Pay

$35-$40/hour

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the production environment is usually loud.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts.  The employee is occasionally exposed to vibration and risk of electric shock.  Production Environment includes varying temperatures (heat and cold).
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear.  The employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.  The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.  Vision requirements include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Our Benefits

Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.