Technician II, Research and Development
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Department: Research and Development / Job Status: Full Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt / Reports To: Assistant Manager
Grade/Level: / Amount of Travel Required: 0 -10%
Work Schedule: / Positions Supervised:
Normal work schedule is 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Working before 7:00 a.m. and after 3:30 p.m. as well as weekend work may be required. / None
POSITION SUMMARY
Provide support and assist engineering staff with research, development, and design of existing and new engines and their components under the direction and guidance of engineering management, engineers and departmental processes and procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Essential Functions Statement(s)
· Follow all company Policies and Procedures, Quality and Environmental Management Systems (QMS & EMS), Kawasaki Production System (KPS) and any other legal and compliance regulations that may apply such as OSHA.
· Prepare, edit and create engine component and assembly drawings and models for approval.
· Prepare Engineering Change Order (ECO) to change engine structures and components as warranted per internal/external customer request.
· Set up and perform tests to ensure quality and durability of material and component parts.
· Research, collect data and/or make mathematical calculations to recommend or make design changes to engine or component parts.
· Be able to communicate relevant information between and across departments.
· Train others in department as necessary.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statement(s)
- KMM Core Behaviors - Responsibility, Integrity, Respect, Adaptability, Communication, KPS, Teamwork, Interpersonal skills and Attendance.
· KMM Non-exempt Competencies - Professionalism, Initiative/Self-Motivated, Problem Solving, Organizational Skills, Resourcefulness, Departmental Procedures and Processes.
· Language Skills - Must be able to speak and understand English. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively one on one or to groups, as necessary.
· Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
· Blueprint Reading - Ability to interpret and apply symbols from prints, work instructions, and other documents.
· Measuring Equipment - Able to understand and use small measuring devices such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.
· Gather and Report Information - Compiling, tabulating or verifying information and data obtained or received for use by others.
· Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, cost and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
· Engine Theory - Demonstrates the knowledge of the functions of an internal combustion engine including the interactions of components. Knowledge of the varied engine applications within the end product.
· Customer Oriented - Customer orientation implies a desire to serve our customers by focusing effort on meeting the customer's needs, understanding their concerns, and seeking to build trust.
· Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing - Knowledge and awareness of GD&T’s purpose in part design and inspection.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education: Two year associates degree in manufacturing, engineering or similar technical field.
Experience: One to two years experience in a position related field preferred.
Computer Skills
Display appropriate proficiency with computers and computer applications, including: spreadsheets (e.g., Excel), word processing (e.g. Word), presentation software (e.g., PowerPoint), databases (e. g., Access, contact management software), internet/intranet (e.g., browsers, search engines), special applications, e-mail, CAD and 3d modeling; can diagnose and correct minor issues with hardware and software, as needed.
Other Requirements
Will be required to wear company uniform.
Proficient in applying trigonometry, geometry
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Stand / F (Frequently)
Walk / F (Frequently)
Sit / F (Frequently)
Handling / Fingering / C (Constantly)
Reach Outward / O (Occasionally)
Reach Above Shoulder / O (Occasionally)
Climb / O (Occasionally)
Crawl / N (Not Applicable)
Squat or Kneel / O (Occasionally)
Bend / O (Occasionally)
/ 10 lbs or less / O (Occasionally)
11-20 lbs / O (Occasionally)
21-40 lbs / O (Occasionally)
41-100 lbs / N (Not Applicable)
Over 100 lbs / N (Not Applicable)
Push/Pull
12 lbs or less / O (Occasionally)
13-25 lbs / O (Occasionally)
26-40 lbs / O (Occasionally)
41-100 lbs / N (Not Applicable)
N (Not Applicable) / Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally) / Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
F (Frequently) / Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
C (Constantly) / Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
Other Physical Requirements
Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Depth Perception)
Sense of Sound (Within OSHA regulatory levels)
Sense of Touch
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (glasses, hearing protection other PPE as necessary)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work environment may range from quiet to moderately noisy depending on whether the work is conducted in the office or on the production floor.
Prepared by: ______Date: ______
Approval Signature: ______Date: ______
Approval: ______
Approval: ______
The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.
Good afternoon Mr. Yang. I'd like to reintroduce myself. I came to your campus last year with a few of my colleagues from Kawasaki, here in Maryville.
Patsy Reed, Tim Woolery and Galen Cloud and I came to tour your facility and hear more about your programs.
I am now the responsible party here for recruiting and staffing for our Engineer and Technician positions as Patsy has retired.
I am hoping to reconnect with you so we can work together on placing your students in some of our positions.
Just to remind you of some positions that your students could fill, I'll share here a list of relevant jobs at KMM:
Manufacturing Process Engineer
Product Development Engineer
Engineering Technician
Technician II, R&D
Quality Control Engineer
Please share with your students the types of position we have available. We would appreciate you doing this on on a continuous basis.
We also currently have openings in all the these positions.
I've attached the job descriptions here for you to post on your career services site.
Students and alumni can apply by emailing their resume to .
Donell R. Anderson
Sr. Supervisor, Human Resources
Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp., U.S.A.
28147 Business Hwy. 71
Maryville, MO 64468
Email:
Phone: (660) 562-7106
www.kawpower.com