Electrical Designer

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluate and implement design changes
• Programs are functional, easily maintained, and user friendly
• Designs are completed according to schedule
• Designs meet Afinitas engineering standards
• Designs meet or exceed all applicable industry codes
• Design specs, drawings, and bills of material are accurate
• Design electrical and automation systems for equipment
  Work with mechanical engineering group to integrate electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic design
• Create schematics and panel drawings for manufacturing equipment
• Create and complete bills of material for equipment
• Use AutoCAD, ePLAN, and MS Office software effectively
• Evaluate and implement design changes
• Calibrate sensors and drives for machine control
• Technical writing and formatting manuals
• Trouble-shoot problems on automatic equipment by phone or remote connection
• All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Technical 4-year education or technical 2-year education required
• Basic understanding of:
  • Electrical systems including motors, AC drives, and control circuits
  • PLCs and associated components
  • Electrical and hydraulic schematics
  • Basic hydraulic and pneumatic circuits and components
  • Electrical and safety codes
  • Training and/or experience in using AutoCAD, ePLAN or similar CAD software
  • Training and/or experience with ladder logic programming, Siemens TIA Portal preferred

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Fabricators – Welders

Job Summary

Starting at up to $22/hr.

Benefits begin Day 1.

Mon – Thursday work schedule  (with Friday OT as needed)

The Fabricator has the ability to proceed on any type of production welding, building to customer specifications and drawings.  This individual must be able to proceed from blue prints, identify all types and sizes of steel, operate various pieces of equipment, and perform basic welding maintenance.

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Welder-Fabricator

Mechanical Designer/Drafter 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Designs are functional, easily manufactured, and meet customer expectations
• Designs are completed according to the schedule
• Designs meet Afinitas engineering standards
• Design analysis, drawings, and bills of material are accurate
• Coordinate layout and design of equipment
• Perform design analysis for equipment
• Create manufacturing drawings for equipment
• Create and complete bills of material for equipment
• Evaluate and implement design changes
• Work with manufacturing on build processes and improvement
• Use AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and MS Office software effectively
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Technical 4-year education or technical 2-year education required
• Basic understanding of:
• Drafting standards, dimensioning, and tolerances
• Mechanical power relationships such as horsepower, torque, speed
• Strength of materials and structural analysis
• Manufacturing processes
• Training and/or experience in using AutoCAD or similar CAD software
• Training and/or experience in using SolidWorks or similar 3-D modeling software

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Manual Machinist – 2nd Shift

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Startup and shut down machines as recommended by maintenance
• Operate both overhead and jib-style cranes
• Operate fork truck
• Operate machines in such a manner to meet Hawkeye quality standards
• Operate machines in both a safe and productive manner
• Perform required preventative maintenance
• All other duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS
• 2-year machinist degree and/or previous work experience as a machinist
• Setup and operate the following machines:
• Lathe
• Mill
• Drill press
• Read and interpret prints without supervision and/or direction
• Certified crane operator
• Certified fork truck operator

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Machine Operator – 2nd Shift

Primary Responsibilities:

• Startup and shut down machine as recommended by maintenance
• Operate both overhead and jib style cranes
• Operate fork truck
• Operate machine(s) in such a manner to meet Hawkeye quality standards
• Operate machine(s) in both a safe and productive manner
• Perform required preventative maintenance
• All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous work experience as a machine operator in like field
• Setup and operate the following machines: roll bending, press brake, laser, saws, and plasma
• Read and interpret prints without supervision and/or direction
• Certified crane operator
• Certified fork truck operator

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 Controls Engineer

Primary Responsibilities

• Design and develop complex electrical engineering and functional controls system architecture and specifications with input from sales personnel, customers, service technicians, assembly technicians.
• Apply ingenuity in programming, hardware/software integration and system diagnostics to support machine-based control systems.
• Develop, prepare, and maintain comprehensive program documentation in areas related to diagnostics, information systems, data collection and communication with other peripheral equipment.
• Act as a liaison to production assembly, service and system suppliers and furnish documentation and/or assist in the check-out, machine installation and startup of complex mechanical functionality and control system software.
• Interface directly with customers to identify customer expectations and specifications.
• May participate in set-up and commissioning of new facilities or upgrading of existing facilities.
• Provide guidance in the production of system operation manuals and diagnostic aids for customer and service technician use.
• May travel to customer sites to lead or support testing, commissioning and/or startup of industrial equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 4-year engineering degree or 2-year technical degree in a related field required
• 2 years of applicable experience with PLCs and associated components
• Proficient in Electrical systems including motors, AC drives, and control circuits
• Training and/or experience using Eplan, AutoCAD or similar software
• Understanding of electrical and hydraulic schematics
• Understanding of ladder logic programming

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Industrial Painter

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prep and mask items to be painted
• Operate bother overhead and jib style cranes
• Operate down draft paint booth
• Meet Afinitas quality standards
• Conduct operation of paint booth safety
• Perform required presentation maintenance in a timely manner
• All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified or ability to certify in both forklift and crane operation
• Knowledge of the use of an air assisted paint gun
• Ability to lift 75 lbs

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Cost Accounting Lead

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Cost Accounting Lead position will be an individual contributor role that reports to the North American Controller and provides critical cost analysis and reporting to operational leaders.

Supports the North American as well as global finance team and all functions within finance. Requires a teamwork mentality, strong analytical skills and attention to detail, as well as the ability to present information in a user-friendly manner.

• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBLITIES

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• Five or more years working with accounting principles, specifically cost accounting, preferably in a project costing environment.
• Two years of demonstrable financial analysis and reporting experience preferred
• Manufacturing industry experience preferred
• Solid understanding of accounting principles (US GAAP)
• Experience with an integrated ERP preferred
• CPA or public accounting experience a plus
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong verbal and written interpersonal/communication skills required
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to shifting priorities
• Ability to work individually as well as in a team environment

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Field Service Engineer

Job Description:

Afinitas is looking for skilled & motivated team players to join our Field Service team!  This career is an incredible opportunity for those that:  desire to work hands-on with machinery, enjoy troubleshooting and new challenges, and will thrive in a persistent, customer-focused, and self-directed environment.

Position Description

Responsible for supporting our customers and equipment in the field, including providing service and troubleshooting support for automated precast manufacturing facilities.

Key Responsibilities/Complexities

• Provide first-class support in troubleshooting problems with customer equipment at customer locations.
• Take technical support phone calls from customers, including remote connection to their control system.
• Candidate must be a fast learner and familiar with industrial automation controls.
• Assist with new machine installations and upgrades of existing equipment.
• Train customer operation and maintenance personnel with emphasis on safe operation and establishing a zero-energy state during maintenance.
• Detect defective/faulty materials or equipment, report unusual conditions to supervisor immediately.
• Maintain work area in a clean, orderly, and safe fashion.

Competencies

• Ability to work from assembly drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, machine manuals, technical procedures, and specifications.
• Basic understanding of Automation, PLCs, and associated components: Electrical systems including motors, drives, and control circuits.
• Must possess good mechanical aptitude and ability to work equipment common to industrial manufacturing environments (OH cranes, lifts, etc.)
• Ability to work with a customer or team member in a courteous and enthused manner, with emphasis on the ability to remain calm and professional during peak periods of activity.
• Good written and verbal communication skills; ability to prepare follow-up service reports.
• Must be capable of multi-tasking with a positive attitude.
• Willing to assist in other areas as needed.

Initiative/Ingenuity:  Outstanding judgement, initiative, and ability to deal with complex factors not always easily evaluated and to make decisions based on conclusions for which there may be little precedent; highly technical engineering duties present constantly changing problems.

Supervisory/Responsibility:  Works under general direction using policies and broad objectives with little functional guidance.  Provide training of customer operation and maintenance personnel and supervise new installations for which team collaboration is required.

Work Environment:  Field Service Technicians work in customer plants.  Exposure to plant and new construction elements such as dirt, oil, grease, and concrete; along with extended travel away from home.

Physical Demands:  The employee may be required to stand, sit, climb, or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted and greater than 50 pounds with assistance.  Normal mental and visual attention is necessary to perform various duties.

Position Type:  This is a regular, full-time position with the understanding that a regular workweek will require extended days and hours as needed to meet business needs.

Travel:  Extensive travel within North America (USA, Canada, Mexico) and internationally also.  Anticipated field time is 60-75% annually.  Multiweek trips are routine for Field Service Technicians, although work on holidays and Sundays are limited to emergencies.

Required Education and Experience

• Engineer: Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering or Engineering Technology or Controls from an accredited school is required.
• Technician: A two-year post high school diploma/certificate in electro-mechanical technology (or similar associate/technical degree) OR a high school diploma and a minimum of 7 years relevant experience.
• Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and controls systems along with a general understanding of material handling practices.
• Excellent customer relations and interpersonal relations skills including a high degree of diplomacy.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Knowledge of PLCs desired.
• Basic computer skills including Word and Excel.

The approximate pay range for this position is $80,000-120,000 annually. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position.

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Curing Customer Service Representative

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree preferred but not required.
• ERP system experience desired.
• Demonstrate strong teamwork skills and collaborate effectively in a group setting.
• Possess computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and other relevant systems.
• Adhere to work-related deadlines and ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Excel at multi-tasking, handling dynamic priorities, and managing shifting deadlines.
• Display meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of work.

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Mechanical Engineering Intern

Fabricator – Welder

Painter

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