Automation Control Technician

DWYER INSTRUMENTS, LLC•Michigan City, IN

10h•$35 - $39

About The Position

The Automation Control Technician will be responsible for monitoring and operating automated systems and machinery within a production environment. This role ensures that all equipment functions correctly, performs basic troubleshooting, and makes necessary adjustments to maintain production quality and efficiency. The technician will operate control systems like PLCs and HMIs, conduct routine checks, maintain accurate records, and collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university in Engineering or related field
Minimum 2 years relevant manufacturing experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Possess general knowledge of laboratory equipment and accepted procedures.
Ability to work independently in completing tests and reports.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business documents and manuals
Ability to interact / communicate effectively with customers, employees, and external personal
Ability to identify, communicate, and help prevent potential problems
Must be efficient with strong attention to detail
Ability to follow a set of procedures or set sequences
Ability to work in a fast pace environment
Ability to meet frequent project deadlines
Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
Ability to reach above shoulders
Ability to walk back and forward thought-out facility
Ability to use ladder / step stool
Ability to kneel, climb, and / or squat
Ability to control operation of hand or foot
Ability to lift / carry up to 10 pounds

Responsibilities

Monitoring and operating automated systems and machinery within a production environment.
Ensure that all equipment functions correctly, perform basic troubleshooting, and adjust as necessary to maintain production quality and efficiency.
Start up, monitor, and shut down automated equipment in accordance with established procedures.
Adjust machine settings to achieve the desired production output and product quality.
Operate control systems, such as PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces), to control automated processes.
Continuously monitor the performance of automated machinery, identifying and addressing any issues that arise.
Perform basic troubleshooting and make minor repairs or adjustments to resolve equipment malfunctions.
Notify maintenance technicians or engineers of any significant issues that require more advanced troubleshooting or repairs.
Conduct routine checks and inspections of products coming off the automated line to ensure they meet quality standards.
Make adjustments to processes or equipment as needed to maintain quality and consistency.
Record and report any deviations from quality standards.
Maintain accurate records of production outputs, machine settings, and any issues encountered during operation.
Complete daily production logs and other required documentation.
Report production data and machine performance to supervisors or engineers.
Work closely with maintenance technicians, engineers, and other operators to ensure the smooth operation of automated systems.
Provide feedback on equipment performance and suggest improvements to enhance productivity or quality.
Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding production status and any issues.
Perform tests on the development and production projects
Keep laboratory equipment in working order
Maintain Laboratory gages in calibration and keep appropriate records
Analyze, repair question, return products and prepare reports
Work on new and existing product designs