Automation Technician

P o sition S ummary

The Automation Technician is responsible for troubleshooting and maintaining automated equipment and implementing new automation opportunities that will have a significant impact on safety, cost, and quality.

R e sponsibilities

• Work with internal customers on maintaining and troubleshooting all operating company automation systems
• Utilize electrical, mechanical, and controls automation skills to enhance automation systems
• Lead aspects of automation projects including design and implementation to assure projects are completed on schedule
• Create and document new processes
• Monitor performance and utilization of automation process implementations
• Support capital expenditure requests and implementations
• Drive cross-company collaboration using similar automation equipment
• Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements
• Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work
• Partner with other business segments: sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance
• Understand customer needs and the core business markets we serve
• Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly

R e quirements

• Associates Degree in robotics, automation, controls, or a related field, or relevant experience
• 1 year working with automation systems integration
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks/projects
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Must be a self-starter, team player, and have a positive attitude
• Ability to think creatively, drive results and stay focused on daily tasks
• Proficient in Computer Design Tools such as SolidWorks
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail, ability to prioritize and multitask
• To work in a fast-paced team environment

D esirable C ritical A nd Q ualifications

• Familiar with Human Machine Interface (HM I), motion control systems, Programmable Logic Controllers
• Familiar with vision systems (Keyence, Cognex)
• Familiar with programming languages (Python, C++, Visual Basic, etc…)
• Familiar with various sensors/actuators (ITI, SMC, Robotiq)
• Familiar with Robotics (Fanuc, Yushin, Epson, UR, Collaborative Robots)

B e nefits

• All Employees: 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution; onsite health clinics, discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service), Cretex University, 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost, wellness program with incentives, an employee death benefit, and employee sick and safe leave
• 20+hours: Comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers; dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100% for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider); vision insurance; a pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and discretionary profit sharing program
• 30+ hours: Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long term disability; company provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs

P ay

Pay Range: USD $29.81 - USD $44.71 /Hr.