Job Description

Level: Entry
Job Location: Columbia/Okura LLC - Vancouver, WA 98661
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $43,260.00 - $61,800.00 Salary
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: EngineeringAt Columbia we come to work every day driven by the belief that innovation can transform industries, empower communities, and create a more efficient, sustainable world.
With operations spanning five continents and a commitment to excellence in service and support, our purpose extends beyond engineering advanced equipment. We are pioneering innovation and paving a better tomorrow with factory automation solutions worldwide.

Summary Responsible for assisting engineers with various tasks required in the production of robotic palletizing systems (and associated automated equipment).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist with creation of manuals and other documentation
- Create electronic manuals in pdf format using editing software (Foxit) from completed drawings (AutoCAD and Inventor).
- Gather and include comprehensive subcomponent/OEM content in manuals.
- Update manuals to incorporate modifications from all retrofits, as needed.
- Update D365 Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system with manuals submittal date.
- Monitor Robot Notifications and update User Manuals, as needed.
- Assist with project-related documentation, organization, and database upkeep
- Prepare new project folders and compile associated documentation for each system.
- Create top level Item Masters and Product Structures for use in Bills of Materials (BOM)
- Update D365 CRM equipment records with necessary engineering information. Document equipment serial numbers in D365 CRM.
- Document test product upon arrival. Compare to Sales documentation and communicate differences.
- Using information from Sales and Engineering documentation to complete a case study at the end of projects
- Tracking Engineering project hours
- Work with Mechanical Engineers and Electrical Designers to facilitate completion of redlines from the shop and field service
- Assists Engineering Staff with administrative duties:
- Collect data sheets for missing parts in the system
- Publish a pdf copy of the Master Production Schedule (MPS) and send for engineering review weekly
- Prepare customer specification reviews in Foxit PDF Editor
- Correct existing item masters for consistency
- Printing drawing packages and delivering to shop
- Saving quotes to VaultTool (ERP portal) for part numbers
- Contributes to team effort
- Willing to attempt new assignments; accomplishes other duties as assigned

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Knowledge, skills and/or abilities:
Knowledge-
Software
- Foxit Editor (Adobe Acrobat)
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint, Power Automate, Copilot, Power BI)
- ERP Software (Infor M3 and VaultTool)
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software (D365)
- AutoCAD
- Autodesk Inventor
Equipment Operation
- Palletizing and material handling equipment
Skills
- Organizational, Interpersonal communication and problem solving skills
- Written, Oral and Electronic (interpersonal) Communication
- Technical Writing
- Clerical/Secretarial
- Computer/Technical
- Analytical
- Industrial Blueprint reading
- Project/Process Management
Abilities
- Ability to provide a respectful work environment for others.
- Ability to work well with others in a team atmosphere.
- Ability to work in a dynamic setting.
Education and/or

Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Associates degree preferred
- 3-5 years professional experience
Columbia Machine offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, short and long term disability, 401(k), incentive compensation, paid holidays, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. Equal Opportunity Employer - Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. Columbia does participate in E-Verify. To apply for this exciting career opportunity today, please apply online at www.columbiamachine.com
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Vancouver, WA 98661: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person