Actuator Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Who we are:

Aerzen USA Corp. is an international manufacturer of positive displacement blowers, hybrid blowers, screw compressors and turbo blowers. These high-quality machines are used for air and gas applications across many essential industries, including; Wastewater, Cement, Biogas, Pharmaceutical and Food, among many others. We are One Team, and we Empower our team members to be both Inquisitive and Evolutionary. 

What We Offer:  

Aerzen USA offers a competitive salary; generous health benefits (to include 96% company-paid benefit plans) with company HSA contribution; a 401(k) with company match; a tuition reimbursement program; and a profit share bonus package; along with the opportunity to work with a dynamic group of professionals. 

What You'll Do:

As an Actuator Technician (Disassembly and Assembly) you would be responsible for tearing down / breaking down parts, cleaning and sandblasting actuators and building actuator assemblies in a safe and efficient manner.

Learn the purpose of an actuator and how it is utilized in the pulp and paper industry.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Troubleshooting electrical and mechanical issues that develop during normal job functions.
• Setup work environment for efficiency in assembly.
• Use common industrial tools such as wire strippers, soldering iron, crimping tools Etc. 
• Be comfortable in a non-air-conditioned environment
• Build crates with necessary pneumatic and cutting tools 
• Utilize sand blasting equipment when necessary 
• Be proficient in written communication used in inspection reports 
• Be able to read work instructions, blueprints, bill of materials and production orders
• Tear down components saturated in oil
• Operate angle grinders and buffing equipment 
• Be able to use calipers, micrometers, tape measure and other inspection equipment 
• Work with the team to ensure customer expectations and production requirements are met.
• Be able to work in a team environment
• Be able to count inventory and place component parts where necessary
• Recognize and communicate replacement needs for worn/damaged tools as necessary
• Evaluate warranty claims and recommend necessary corrective actions
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification
• Keep an organized inventory of tools, supplies and workspace
• Be able to work with electrical control panels or willingness to learn 
• Adhere to safety protocols and company guidelines 
• Communicate effectively the team to clarify instructions and address production issues.
• Be willing to float to other Departments to meet production demands as needed.
• Work required overtime periodically
• The job criteria may include other duties, responsibilities and activities, which may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Requirements:

Position Requirements:

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience:  

Previous assembly / manufacturing , Microsoft platform proficient.

 

Functional Skills:

Ability to work in a physically demanding environment and lift up to 50 pounds. Excellent hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.

Language Skills:

Proficiency in the English language, both written and verbal, is essential for effective communication with team members, documenting work, and ensuring safety in the workplace.

Culture Behaviors:

Commitment to safety – Collaborative -Inquisitive - Strong work ethic -Flexibility -Continuous improvement.

Core Values:  

One Team - We are an engaged, collaborative, and inclusive team. We establish true internal and external partnerships built on trust and respect, communicating relentlessly with each other to ensure alignment of our goals.

Inquisitive - We are curious, exploratory people who love to solve problems. We don’t accept the status quo – we challenge it and learn from experience.

Evolutionary - Embrace the ever-changing environment and continue to stay at the forefront of change. Continuous improvement is in our DNA. 

Empowered - We have an entrepreneurial, customer-focused mindset. We follow through and hold ourselves accountable.

Equipment:

Electric/pneumatic power tools.

This role uses steel components.

Material handling equipment (forklift, overhead cranes)

Safety equipment / PPE. 

Aerzen USA Corp is an equal opportunity employer and selects employees on the basis of skills and experience. Aerzen USA ensures that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran’s status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. All employment decisions and actions are based on merit and made without regard to any characteristic protected by state, federal or local law.

All offers of employment at Aerzen USA Corp are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check. In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, Aerzen USA Corp has a longstanding commitment to provide a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment. Alcohol and drug misuse poses a threat to the health and safety of Aerzen employees and to the security of the company's equipment and facilities. For these reasons, Aerzen USA Corp is committed to the elimination of drug and alcohol use and misuse in the workplace. Applicants being considered for hire must pass a drug test before beginning work. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including termination of employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.