(USA) Automation Technician II- Manufacturing, FRI - SUN; 6:00 PM - 6:30 AM

Walmart•Valdosta, GA

2d•$35 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for assisting in the operation of multiple departments. An individual in this position will be expected to perform additional job related responsibilities and duties throughout the facility as assigned and/or as necessary. Trains and mentors Automation Technician I associates on preventive maintenance procedures and basic troubleshooting techniques for automated equipment. Completes work orders, records, logs and other written or computer-based documents according to established procedures. Troubleshoots and performs basic fault diagnosis on PLC-controlled production equipment, HMI interfaces, and motor control systems (for example, VFDs, servo drives) used in manufacturing automation, escalating complex programming issues to senior technicians or controls engineers. Operates material handling equipment, battery equipment, moving machinery, and other powered equipment, as well as small and large hand and power tools. Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on automated machinery, conveyors, and robotics according to company policies and procedures. Reads and understands blueprints, procedures, diagrams, schematics, sketches, and other written, electronic, or verbal instructions to troubleshoot and repair equipment. Independently diagnoses and resolves component-level and sub-system-level faults on automated production equipment without direct supervision, escalating only complex control-system or multi-system failures. Calibrates sensors, instrumentation, and control devices (for example, proximity sensors, photo-eyes, pressure/flow transmitters) to manufacturer and engineering specifications. Leads and participates in teams by using and sharing resources, information, and tools. Determines customer needs and business priorities. Coordinates and executes work assignments. Provides advice, feedback, and support to ensure timelines and work quality are achieved. Models and helps others'' to adapt to change or new challenges. Develops, communicates, and implements processes and practices to meet business needs by collaborating with managers, co-workers, customers, and other business partners. Analyzes and applies information from multiple sources. Monitors progress and results. Identifies and addresses improvement opportunities. Complies with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans; using the Open Door Policy; and applying these in executing business processes and practices. Completes work assignments and priorities by using policies, data, and resources; collaborating with managers, co-workers, customers, and other business partners; identifying priorities, deadlines, and expectations; carrying out tasks; communicating progress and information; determining and recommending ways to address improvement opportunities; and adapting to and learning from change, difficulties, and feedback.

Requirements

18 years of age or older.
2 years' experience in industrial maintenance working with electrical, electronics, and mechanical equipment (for example, forklifts, conveyors, building equipment, automated equipment, robotic work cells, PLC-controlled production machinery).

Nice To Haves

Troubleshooting PLC I/O, HMI screens, and basic ladder logic in a manufacturing or production environment.

Responsibilities

Trains and mentors Automation Technician I associates on preventive maintenance procedures and basic troubleshooting techniques for automated equipment.
Completes work orders, records, logs and other written or computer-based documents according to established procedures.
Troubleshoots and performs basic fault diagnosis on PLC-controlled production equipment, HMI interfaces, and motor control systems (for example, VFDs, servo drives) used in manufacturing automation, escalating complex programming issues to senior technicians or controls engineers.
Operates material handling equipment, battery equipment, moving machinery, and other powered equipment, as well as small and large hand and power tools.
Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on automated machinery, conveyors, and robotics according to company policies and procedures.
Reads and understands blueprints, procedures, diagrams, schematics, sketches, and other written, electronic, or verbal instructions to troubleshoot and repair equipment.
Independently diagnoses and resolves component-level and sub-system-level faults on automated production equipment without direct supervision, escalating only complex control-system or multi-system failures.
Calibrates sensors, instrumentation, and control devices (for example, proximity sensors, photo-eyes, pressure/flow transmitters) to manufacturer and engineering specifications.
Leads and participates in teams by using and sharing resources, information, and tools.
Determines customer needs and business priorities.
Coordinates and executes work assignments.
Provides advice, feedback, and support to ensure timelines and work quality are achieved.
Models and helps others'' to adapt to change or new challenges.
Develops, communicates, and implements processes and practices to meet business needs by collaborating with managers, co-workers, customers, and other business partners.
Analyzes and applies information from multiple sources.
Monitors progress and results.
Identifies and addresses improvement opportunities.
Complies with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans; using the Open Door Policy; and applying these in executing business processes and practices.
Completes work assignments and priorities by using policies, data, and resources; collaborating with managers, co-workers, customers, and other business partners; identifying priorities, deadlines, and expectations; carrying out tasks; communicating progress and information; determining and recommending ways to address improvement opportunities; and adapting to and learning from change, difficulties, and feedback.

Benefits

Medical coverage
Vision coverage
Dental coverage
401(k)
Stock purchase
Company-paid life insurance
PTO (including sick leave)
Parental leave
Family care leave
Bereavement
Jury duty
Voting
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Company discounts
Military Leave Pay
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes
Walmart-paid education benefit program (Live Better U) for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.