Automation Mechanical Technician - NY

Jeeter - A Dreamfields Brand • Middletown, NY

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About The Position

The Automation Mechanical Technician will be responsible for inspecting automated machinery, equipment, and systems to identify issues and ensure functionality. This position requires the ability to calibrate, troubleshoot, and perform maintenance on various types of electrical and mechanical equipment. The technician will prioritize and self-schedule maintenance work around production activities, ensuring that quality standards are always met. The role involves assisting in the assembly, installation, and maintenance of automated systems according to specifications, collaborating with senior technicians and engineers to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues, and conducting routine maintenance and quality checks on automated systems. Additionally, the technician will assist in the development and implementation of preventative maintenance procedures, plan and schedule repairs and maintenance tasks, maintain accurate inventory records for equipment and supplies, and adhere to cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices) and safety standards to maintain a safe working environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Vocational/Trade training or an Associate's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a related field, is preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment, with hands-on experience in automation and mechanical systems required.
• Strong knowledge of automation systems, including process control, instrumentation, and servo-driven systems with ladder logic.
• Proficiency in calibrating, troubleshooting, and maintaining electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with proficiency in using hand and power tools for maintenance and repairs.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail, especially in ensuring quality standards.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for reporting issues and collaborating with team members.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices) and safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
• Willingness to continuously learn and adapt to new technologies and processes in automation and mechanical systems.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with preventative maintenance programs and automation troubleshooting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect automated machinery, equipment, and systems to identify issues and ensure functionality.
• Calibrate, troubleshoot, and perform maintenance on various types of electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Prioritize and self-schedule maintenance work around production activities.
• Ensure quality standards are always met.
• Assist in the assembly, installation, and maintenance of automated systems according to specifications.
• Collaborate with senior technicians and engineers to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues.
• Conduct routine maintenance and quality checks on automated systems to uphold standards.
• Assist in the development and implementation of preventative maintenance procedures.
• Assist in planning and scheduling repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Maintain accurate inventory records for equipment and supplies.
• Adhere to cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices), safety standards and policies to maintain a safe working environment.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity workplace committed to providing equal employment opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED