Automation Technician I

Responsibilities

• Maintain reliability & work planning metrics/KPI's to improve or sustain machine performance
• Provide technical support on equipment reliability initiatives and metrics
• Cookordination investigations of equipment related performance incidents
• Take charge of diagnosing and rectifying maintenance issues, troubleshooting problems, and resolving deficiencies with mechanical, pneumatic, sensors, control systems, I/O devices
• Perform root cause analysis for any machine performance issue
• Maintenance, cleaning, and repair tasks for dosage equipment
• Read electrical drawings and perform electrical/electronic/automation/mechanical troubleshooting
• Inventory control of spare parts, project development, and execution of scheduled maintenance
• Adhere and follow all Standard Operating Procedures
• Equipment sequencing and effective troubleshooting
• Promote teamwork and maintain a positive work environment and work relationship with others
• Promote a safe work environment by utilizing proper safety equipment and procedures including Lock Out Tag Out and other safety/quality processes
• Cookordinate with production, downtime / stoppages of assembly lines for repairs and maintenance
• Conduct training as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on core machine mechanical, pneumatic, automation, control systems, and operational functionality

Requirements

• Associates in Automation Technology / Electronics / Mechatronics plus 5 years direct manufacturing experience
• Higher education or military experience may be considered
• Analytical skills: You must be able to analyze complex systems and data to identify potential reliability issues
• Problem-solving skills: Identify root causes of problems and develop effective solutions
• Communication skills: You need to be able to effectively communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Attention to detail: Being detail-oriented is crucial for identifying potential reliability issues and ensuring the accuracy of your work
• Experienced PLC/ Buss system troubleshooting knowledge. Beckoff Twincat preferred
• Experience in high volume automated manufacturing, preferred
• Intermediate knowledge high speed camera inspection system, preferred
• Intermediate knowledge high speed labeling systems, preferred
• Excellent critical thinking
• Champion all aspects of safety & quality control
• Execution and adherence to Lock out Tag Out procedures

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand and walk for up to 12 hours
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Must have appropriate vision to read schematics and blue prints, additionally to perform detailed machine and quality inspections
• Must be able to perform duties in limited spaces