Engineering Process Technician (Split Shift 1st-2nd, 10AM-6PM)

Polywood•Syracuse, IN

22d•Onsite

About The Position

Help shape the future of sustainable manufacturing! Join our team at POLYWOOD, the leading brand of sustainable outdoor furniture. At POLYWOOD®, we’re reimagining outdoor living with furniture that’s thoughtfully designed, built to last, and made using landfill- and ocean-bound plastics. From our flagship facility in Syracuse, Indiana, to our growing operation in Roxboro, North Carolina, our commitment to sustainability and innovation drives everything we do. We’re a team of makers, thinkers, and doers—working together in a high-energy, trust-filled environment where ideas are welcomed, hard work is rewarded, and opportunities to grow are real. As an Automation Process Technician, you’ll play a key part in keeping our production lines efficient, precise, and forward-thinking. Your expertise in machine controls, robotics, and process optimization will help us deliver premium sustainable products at scale.

Requirements

2+ years of hands-on experience with automation in a manufacturing setting
Proven ability to troubleshoot control systems (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, robotic)
Familiarity with lean manufacturing concepts and data-driven decision making
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort working with technical documentation
Solid knowledge of production processes and mechanical understanding
Understanding of lean processes
Have the ability to build and maintain relationships and work as a team player

Nice To Haves

Experience with vision systems (e.g., Fanuc iRVision, Cognex)
Experience with PLC programming (Rockwell Automation, Fanuc)
Experience with CAD/CAM software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Mastercam)
2+ years in an Automation Technician role
Vision system experience, (Fanuc iRVision, Cognex Vision)
PLC Programming and troubleshooting (Rockwell Automation, Fanuc, or Automation Direct)
3D CAD experience (Solidworks)
2D CAD experience (AutoCAD or Draftsight)
CAD/CAM experience (Mastercam)

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain automation systems to enhance production efficiency and consistency
Troubleshoot, repair, and optimize industrial machinery—including Fanuc robotics and control systems
Improve production performance using statistical process control and lean practices
Drive projects focused on equipment upgrades and process improvements
Provide hands-on support during line startups, including debugging and training
Maintain clear and thorough documentation for equipment, processes, and improvements
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex problems and elevate quality standards
Independently troubleshoot production machinery and equipment, and continuously evaluate for improvement to safety, quality, and productivity