Nesting Technician

The Nesting Technician is responsible for the development of 2D nesting layouts for vehicle parts.

7:00am – 3:30pm, Lunch 12pm – 12:30pm, Monday through Friday

Key Responsibilities:

  • Use base nest to customize parts creation based on sales order
  • Create nest from work orders for all vehicle parts
  • Place nesting layout on shared network drive for distribution upon approval from Engineering Manager
  • Work with ProNest to efficiently nest vehicle parts on a single sheet of metal for plasma cutting
  • Create nesting formats that result in the greatest material utilization of the sheet metal minimizing waste and scrap
  • Bring completed nesting paperwork to Plasma operator
  • Troubleshoot issues and mechanical failures on Plasma Machine, work with manufacturer to service and fix the machine as needed
  • Identify abnormalities and repairs required within the building operations systems and advise the superiors accordingly
  • Identify areas of process improvement, cost and waste reduction
  • Work in an efficient and timely manner
  • Undertake relevant training and development as required
  • Carry out duties within a realistic time line ensuring that deadlines are met
  • Maintain cooperative working relationships, and demonstrate sensitivity  to and respect for a diverse population

Miscellaneous Duties:

  • Work with Production Department on the design and development of tool and die for use within the production of parts
  • Create and maintain documentation for Build Books including taking photos and describing the various steps involved for frame build completion including chassis, frame, torque specification, etc.
  • Create design fir and organization of customer supplied radio’s
  • Minor design jobs
  • Maintain confidentiality and observe data protection and associated guidelines where appropriate
  • Understand and comply with Lenco safety and environmental policies
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • Mechanical Background
  • Working knowledge of and AutoCAD ProNest preferred
  • Must have own tools
  • Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently while maintaining scheduled deadlines

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to pass physical exam
  • Ability to lift and minimum of 50 lbs
  • Must be able to climb into, onto and under vehicle
  • Extended periods of sitting, standing, bending, squatting and kneeling
  • Vision a minimum 20/40 with or without corrective lenses
  • Good hearing

Mental Requirements:

  • Excellent listening skills
  • Ability to follow directions
  • Ability to maintain focus
  • Meet deadlines
  • Math skills required (add, subtract, divide, multiply, algorithms and geometric design)
  • Attention to detail
  • Follow safety  and materials policies and procedures

Equipments used:

  • Computer
  • Calculator
  • Protractor, calipers and other measuring devices

Educational/Experience Conditions:

  • Excessive noise levels within shop areas
  • Safety equipment required in production areas

Contact Tel: 413.443.7359 Ext. 112 • Fax:  413.443.2419 to apply
10 Betnr Industrial Drive • Pittsfield, MA 01201