Assistant Automation Maintenance Technician

S&S Activewear•Reading, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Automation Maintenance Technician assists with equipment maintenance, repairs, and reporting related to new models, enhancements, and expansions. The role helps maintain accurate spare-parts inventory, accounts for parts usage, maintains work-order maintenance and repair documentation, and updates process documentation. It troubleshoots, maintains, repairs, and tests equipment to improve system uptime and reliability while following safe work practices. The technician helps ensure a safe and secure environment by anticipating, identifying, and correcting maintenance problems involving automation infrastructure, including Robotic P1200s, Pop Pick Stations, and Induction/Decant equipment. Work assignments and preventive maintenance are carried out under the direction of the onsite Automation Maintenance Technician and according to equipment maintenance schedules. This is a full-time, non-exempt, onsite position in a warehouse in Reading, Pennsylvania. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday: Tuesday through Friday, 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., and Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The hourly rate is $23.18, based on experience.

Requirements

At least 6 months of experience in a similar maintenance position.
Experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance.
A clear understanding of mechanical tools and some electrical tools.
Ability to read and understand documents written in English.
Physical strength and dexterity to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to follow detailed instructions.
Ability and willingness to work overtime when required.
Willingness to perform other duties as required.
Willingness and openness to learn new skills.
Ability to adjust quickly to changes and changing priorities.
Willingness to work overtime and holidays as needed to maintain uptime on robotic equipment and systems.
Ability to work in cross-functional teams.
Basic or higher computer skills, including Microsoft.
Ability to safely operate typical material-handling equipment such as forklifts and powered pallet jacks.
Ability to stand and walk for an 8-plus-hour shift and frequently grasp, lift, carry, push, pull, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and handle items.
Moderate hand-eye coordination and adequate near, far, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, focus adjustment, and hearing.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on automated equipment as directed.
Conduct scheduled robotic and facilities equipment inspections and identify and resolve issues.
Evaluate, diagnose, and repair automation equipment that is not functioning properly.
Document and communicate preventive maintenance and repair activities daily.
Track spare-parts inventory usage and accuracy and provide a weekly summary.
Adjust work schedules to accommodate business needs and tasks outside normal operations.
Coordinate and communicate with the operations team to maximize equipment availability and minimize disruptions.
Maintain the security of company tools and diagnostic devices used by the department.
Safely operate warehouse equipment.
Initiate work requests.
Seek ways to improve processes and equipment.
Assist with troubleshooting as needed.
Comply with safety requirements and properly use personal protective equipment.
Complete required safety training.
Track activities in maintenance logs in the CWMS.
Perform other activities as assigned.