Robot Operator – Paint

About McNeilus, an Oshkosh Company

McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Inc. is committed to serving everyday heroes and is an industry leading designer and manufacturer of refuse truck bodies. McNeilus produces a complete line of high-performance rear load, front load, and automated side load refuse bodies to augment any refuse collection fleet. Our team members are critical in our mission of supporting waste warriors and keeping communities safe and clean.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Robotic Operator will conduct strong working knowledge of robotic programming, controls, sensors, start-up, and troubleshooting operations. This role will demonstrate strong safety leadership skills, follow safe work practices and work independently.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

Monitor robot throughout paint or weld process to check quality and function.

Resolve repetitive quality defects through investigation and corrective action.

Attend robotic systems training through sponsorship of MTM.

Modify and test robotic paint or weld systems during initial setup.

Program robot to meet model specific requirements.

Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

Develop, implement, and document best practice methods and maintain records.

Troubleshoot breakdowns, programming issues, and perform preventative maintenance.

Conduct software updates and calibrations.

Follow all safety procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Two (2) or more years of experience in a heavy-duty truck/manufacturing environment or an evaluated equivalent.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or GED.

Two (2) or more years in the Paint or Quality department at McNeilus.

Robot programming experience.

Ability to read, interpret, and understand both electrical and hydraulic schematics.

BASIC COMPETENCIES:

Internal Contacts: Contact with employees or others primarily at a routine level involving basic information exchange; Contact with peers and others involving explanation of information (these contacts may be within or outside department or division), and the gathering of factual information; may include the communication of sensitive or confidential information;

External Contacts: Limited external contact to gather information, answer queries, or ask assistance.

Communication Skills: Read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos; Read and interpret safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions and procedure manuals; Write routine reports, correspondence and speak effectively before both internal and external groups.

Decision-Making: Regularly makes decisions involving how a project or operation will be conducted (i.e. sequence or method), and generally from an available set of alternatives or precedents.

Complexity, Judgment and Problem Solving: Generally diversified and moderately difficult work. Requires judgment in the adaptation and interpretation of established practices and procedures to meet problems and situations to which the application is not clearly defined.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical Demands: Frequent: Standing, Walking/Running, Sitting, Reaching, Hearing, Talking, Visual, Typing; Occasional: Climbing, Driving, Bending/Kneeling, Hearing, Talking, Visual, Typing, Fine Dexterity, Manual Dexterity; Upper Extremity Repetitive Motion, Lifting/Carrying 25lbs., Pushing/Pulling 25llbs.

Non-Physical Demands: Occasional: Analysis/Reasoning, Communication/Interpretation, Math/Mental Computation, Reading, Sustained Mental Activity (i.e. auditing, problem solving, grant writing, composing reports), Writing.

Environmental Demands: Occasional: Work Alone, Frequent Task Changes, Tedious/Exacting Work, Dust, Temperature Extremes, Loud Noises.

Work Schedule: Routine shift hours. Infrequent overtime, weekend, or shift rotation.

Demands/Deadlines: Occasional stress due to deadlines or workload business of intermittent or cyclical work pressures, or occasional exposure to distressed individuals within the immediate work environment.

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Oshkosh Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

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