Automation Helper

About the role

Be introduced to the design, develop and implementation of Automation solutions. Learn the process of programming, repairing and maintaining all automated machinery and auxiliary equipment as required.

Responsibilities

• All machinery located at the press or in the Assembly department used in second operations
• Assist the Automation department with running errands to vendors / repair shops etc.
• Must be able to effectively communicate to outside vendors
• Observe, assist and learn the basic operation of automation machinery
• The ability to organize and manage multiple priorities with attention to detail
• Perform preventive maintenance on all assigned equipment
• Maintain work area in neat and orderly manner
• General housekeeping duties as assigned
• Observe safety rules and wearing of prescribed protective clothing or items

Physical Requirements

• Working in a clean manufacturing environment that may include moderate noise levels and will require spending a significant amount of time moving around on the manufacturing floor
• Ability to stand and/or walk up to constantly during the shift
• Lifting up to fifty-five pounds (55)
• Bending, stooping, twisting, balancing, kneeling and crouching is involved in the regular execution of duties
• Ability to push and pull items
• Ability to ascend/descend, work atop and traverse molding machines, assembly equipment, ladders and aerial lift equipment
• Ability to work occasionally in small cramped spaces
• Must wear appropriate PPE including fire retardant apparel

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor's Degree in a related field or a 2-year technical degree
• Experience troubleshooting and improving Electrical Control, Vision System, PLC Systems, Robotics and continuous motion systems strongly preferred
• Machining background in Mill and Lathe preferred
• Mechanical comprehension preferred
• Ability to read and interpret prints and diagrams preferred
• Strong general computer skills including CAD (Solidworks and/or ProE) preferred

Benefits

• Medical (PPO Blue Cross Blue Shield)
• Vision (VSP)
• Dental (PPO Blue Cross Blue Shield)
• 401K, Hoffer Plastics matches .50 per $1.00 dollar contributed each payroll period up to 6%
• Paid Life Insurance
• Short term and Long-term Disability
• 2 Weeks Paid Vacation, up to 5 Days of Paid Leave
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Reimbursements (Tuition, Prescription Safety Glasses, Steel Toe Shoe, and Fitness)

Pay

Starting Pay $20.00 – $25.00 (based on experience)

Schedule

Full training, pay premiums for night shifts, and unlimited career potential