Automation Technician - Night Shift

Description

Position Summary

Requires advanced knowledge of operational procedures and tools obtained through extensive work experience and may require vocational or technical education. Responsibilities typically include: working under limited supervision for non-routine situations and may be responsible for leading daily operations. Training, delegating, and reviewing the work of lower-level employees. Problems are typically difficult and non-routine but not complex.

Primary Duties

• Diagnose and troubleshoot automation equipment, including PLCs and SCADA systems.
• Design and implement modifications to control systems under general guidelines or independently.
• Execute repairs and implement modifications to enhance safety and reduce costs.
• Collaborate with management to support manufacturing operations and business continuity.
• Conduct failure investigations and document findings for automation issues.
• Maintain compliance with quality systems while optimizing manufacturing processes.
• Conduct complex diagnostic tests and root cause analysis for system failures.
• Participate in planning and executing system upgrades and expansions.
• Make recommendations for process optimization and efficiency improvements.
• Perform all work in compliance with company quality procedures and standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience maintaining and/or troubleshooting automated systems in a manufacturing environment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills for automation systems.
• Ability to work under limited supervision and handle non-routine situations.
• Knowledge of PLCs, SCADA systems, and automation equipment.
• Problem-solving and root cause analysis for system failures.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with management and cross-functional teams.

Working Conditions

• Ability to remain in stationary position, often standing, for prolonged periods.
• Ability to ascend/descend stairs, ladders, ramps, and similar structures.
• Ability to wear PPE correctly most of the day.
• Ability to operate heavy machinery.
• Ability to adjust or move objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.
• Domestic travel required: 0%.
• International travel required: 0%.
• Typical manufacturing environment with exposure to automated equipment.

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