Manufacturing Technician

About the role

WAGO Corporation is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to support daily manufacturing and warehouse operations by providing hands‑on technical support and troubleshooting across manufacturing, an advanced Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS), and various PLC systems. The role reports to the Technical Supervisor and works closely with Manufacturing Engineering and Maintenance teams to ensure equipment operates safely, efficiently, and in compliance with quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on technical support to maintain equipment for Electronic Assembly, Solutions, Mechanical Assembly, and ASRS operations.
• Assist operators and technicians by troubleshooting equipment to minimize downtime.
• Use PLC software tools to monitor inputs/outputs, review program logic, and help identify root causes of equipment issues.
• Maintain and troubleshoot the Automated Storage and Retrieval System.
• Document work in the CMMS and follow LOTO / safety standards.
• Perform strong electrical troubleshooting (24 VDC, 120/208/240/480 V systems).
• Work with the Manufacturing Engineering team to support process improvements by identifying inefficiencies, defects, and opportunities for increased productivity and quality.
• Follow and promote compliance with safety regulations, ISO 9001 quality standards, and company procedures.
• Coordinate equipment troubleshooting with maintenance and engineering as needed.
• Accurately complete documentation and reports to support traceability and compliance.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities by assisting engineering and quality teams during launches and trials.
• Escalate recurring issues, safety concerns, or systemic problems to the Technical Supervisor.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience in electronic or mechanical manufacturing environments.
• Diploma, associate degree, or technical certification in Mechatronics, Electro‑Mechanical, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field (preferred).
• Working knowledge of PLC systems, including the ability to open and navigate PLC programs, understand basic ladder or structured‑text logic, and use PLC software as a troubleshooting tool.
• Strong technical knowledge of automated assembly, mechanical assembly, placement‑machine programming, machine wiring, and testing.
• Experience with industrial equipment such as motors, drives, conveyors, pneumatic systems, and automated production equipment.
• Experience in a manufacturing or technical support role within a medium‑production environment.
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Familiarity with ASRS warehouse systems and automated material‑handling equipment (preferred).
• Ability to read and interpret manuals, work orders, mechanical drawings, and electrical schematics to perform diagnostics and repairs.
• Effective communication with operators, technicians, and engineering teams; ability to work as part of a coordinated team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; SAP ERP experience is a plus.

Skills

• PLC programming and diagnostics (ladder logic, structured text).
• Electrical troubleshooting across a range of voltages (24 VDC to 480 V).
• Automated assembly and mechanical assembly processes.
• Industrial equipment maintenance (motors, drives, conveyors, pneumatics).
• ASRS and automated material‑handling system knowledge.
• Interpretation of mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Use of CMMS for documentation and LOTO safety procedures.
• Process improvement and root‑cause analysis.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company‑paid life, AD&D, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability insurance plans.
• Retirement 401(k) plan.
• Comprehensive benefits package.