Process Technician

Responsibilities: Every day, in nearly 100 countries around the world, millions of people depend on Daktronics scoring and display systems for information and entertainment. Our displays provide vital travel information in airports and train stations and along highways. They advertise the price of gas, store specials, and more as you make your daily commute. They also enhance spectators’ experiences at sporting events of all kinds, from Little League to the major leagues.
Do you like technology? Do you like being hands-on and solving problems? How would you like to combine those interests? A Daktronics Process Technician may be the career choice for you!
We have Process Technicians openings in the following areas:

• Electronic Assembly – Highly automated area focused on producing electronic components.
• Display Assembly – Mix of automation and operator assembly focused on assembling high-quality, world-leading visual communication systems.

If either of these opportunities sound interesting to you, we welcome you to apply today!
The general responsibilities of Process Technician roles are:

• Front-line of support for day-to-day production operations.
• Respond to escalated production issues, assessment/diagnosis/resolution, escalated to next level process expert and production leadership as needed.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of product and equipment, assembly tools, fixtures, and jigs. Assist with documentation of operation setup and maintenance procedures.
• Assist in line setup and changeovers, including line/workstation layout, tooling/equipment/fixturing, materials presentation, and refresher training to operators.
• Review and respond to Engineering Change Orders (ECOs). Review product Bill of Materials (BOM) and/or drawing to address ECOs.
• Assist Manufacturing Engineers and Production Leadership in improving current processes and developing new processes.
• May learn various software and programming systems. Programming will include both off-line programming and adjustments on the line.
• Participate in team and individual problem-solving activities.
• Other tasks assigned as needed to fulfill customer demand and continuously improve.

Qualifications:

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
• Preferred: Completion of an Associate or Bachelor’s degree. Preferred majors include Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Industrial Engineering Technology, or Robotics or Electronics Engineering Technology.
  • Those actively enrolled in Electronics Technology, Electrical Engineering, or similar technical programs with equivalent work experience, may be considered.
• Ability to learn various software, industrial hardware control, and programming systems. AutoCAD experience is preferred.
• Able to use hand tools to work on basic assembly and wiring of tooling and fixtures.
• Physical requirements include the ability to:
  • Distinguish and identify wire and paint colors.
  • Read fine print with or without the use of corrective lenses.
  • Work with odors (solder/paint/solvent/manufacturing odor).
  • Lift and carry heavy (up to 45 lbs.) and/or awkward items.
  • Stand or sit for the full shift and have full range of motion (including but not limited to bending and lifting) required to perform the job function.
• Ability to learn quickly, participate as a member of a team, work with minimum supervision.
• Wear all proper protective equipment as required in work area in accordance with Daktronics Safety Policy and OSHA standards. Items may include the following: safety glasses, safety shoes/boots, hearing protection, electrostatic discharge wear.
• Ability to travel by air and ground. Valid driver’s license and good driving record. Motor vehicle records will be checked.
• Fluent in English, written and verbal.
• Effectively exercise discretion and independent judgment.
• Ability to meet all workplace safety requirements, which includes following safety protocols related to COVID-19.
• Daktronics does not sponsor, renew, or extend immigration visas for this position.

Daktronics is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetics, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or citizenship status. If you would like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here.