Maintenance and Automation Technician.

Maintenance & Automation Technician

Location: Brea, CA
Hours: 6am to 2:30pm

Job Summary

The Maintenance & Automation Technician leads and supports the maintenance of growing fleet of automated packaging equipment. This critical role ensures maximum uptime and reliability for all Auto baggers, Epson SCARA robotic O-ring packaging systems, Caterpillar hardware counting machines, and related automation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, and standard work on all packaging and automation equipment to maximize reliability and minimize downtime.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, electronic, and pneumatic issues on Auto baggers, Epson SCARA robots, hardware counting systems, and ancillary machinery.
• Assist with installation, commissioning, and modification of new or existing equipment and automation systems.
• Collaborate with operations and quality teams to improve equipment performance.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and automation upgrades.
• Maintain tools, spare parts inventory, and work areas in a clean and orderly condition.

Requirements for Success

• 3–5+ years of hands-on experience maintaining and troubleshooting automated packaging machinery, industrial automation, robotics, or similar electromechanical equipment (e.g., field service in packaging, assembly lines, or manufacturing).
• Strong mechanical aptitude with proven ability to diagnose and repair mechanical failures quickly.
• Solid electronics and troubleshooting background (reading schematics, sensors, controls, basic PLC/HMI knowledge preferred).
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Attention to detail and safety awareness
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Adaptability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Benefits and Perks of Joining the Team

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401k Plan
• Vacation, Sick, and Holidays
• Good work-life balance

About Kimco

Kimco Staffing Services is a rapidly growing, award-winning staffing firm whose purpose is to add real value to our clients and candidates while "Changing lives, One Job at a Time." We have won Best Of Staffing Client and Talent satisfaction awards from Clearly Rated for the last 10 years. Only 2% of staffing companies nationwide receive this recognition! We support our teams, candidates, and clients with strong operational excellence and state-of-the-art industry software platforms.