Automation Technician (12-Hour Nights)

About the Role

As a Thermoforming Automation Maintenance Technician, you play a key role in keeping automated equipment running safely, efficiently, and consistently. You’ll work hands-on with mechanical, electrical, and automation systems that support product handling, packaging, and overall production flow. This role is a great fit if you enjoy troubleshooting, improving equipment performance, and working with advanced automation technology. You’ll help drive reliability, support continuous improvement, and contribute directly to the success of the thermoforming operation.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily inspections and preventive maintenance on automation equipment.
• Troubleshoots mechanical, electrical, and automation-related issues.
• Completes repairs and supports automation-focused maintenance projects.
• Identifies improvement opportunities that support equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Ensures automated systems operate safely and meet production and quality standards.
• Handles and packages products according to established procedures.
• Maintains consistent, high-quality output from automated equipment.
• Communicates equipment status, issues, and improvement ideas with maintenance and production teams.
• Supports departmental goals and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by maintenance leadership.

Requirements

• Proven experience in maintenance or automation maintenance.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Familiarity with automation systems and manufacturing processes.
• Able to read and interpret technical documentation and equipment information.
• Proficient computer skills for documentation and maintenance systems.
• Strong problem-solving, multitasking, and communication skills.
• Dependable, safety-focused, and committed to continuous improvement.
• Willing to participate in ongoing training and development.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift up to 35 lbs and perform physical tasks throughout the shift.
• Able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and climb ladders.
• Comfortable working around oils, grease, inks, solvents, and high-noise environments.
• Has good manual dexterity and 20/20 corrected vision.
• Able to distinguish colors for troubleshooting and inspection.
• Demonstrates professionalism, teamwork, and a positive attitude.

Pay

$29.75/hour + shift differential

Schedule

7:00pm–7:00am following a 2-2-3 schedule (every other weekend off!)

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees, may vary by location
• Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
• Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
• Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)

Additional Information

• Opportunities for skill development and advancement
• On-the-job training provided for equipment and processes
• PPE and specialized tools provided
• Supportive, safety-focused team environment
• Stable, long-term career path in a growing manufacturing operation