Automation Technician II - 3rd Shift
About The Position
The Automation Technician II is responsible for maintaining the working condition and safe use of automated mailing equipment in a distribution center. The role involves setup, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of automated equipment; working with vendors and internal teams to address maintenance issues, improve reliability, and reduce downtime; and training operations employees in equipment use and basic maintenance. The technician also provides guidance to Automation Technician I employees, supports the Automation Helpdesk at Level 1, contributes to equipment manuals and programs, and works on in-house automation projects with automation engineers. The position includes submitting reports and participating in weekly technology calls. Scheduling flexibility is required based on business needs.
Requirements
- At least two years of experience in a similar role in manufacturing or an automated distribution facility.
- Intermediate mechanical skills, including hydraulics and pneumatics, as well as electrical and computer skills.
- Basic understanding of industrial machine operating principles.
- Experience or ability to work with a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
- Safety-oriented mindset.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Skype.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with operators, supervisors, and engineering staff.
- Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and prioritization skills.
- Flexible with scheduling based on business needs.
- Positive, team-oriented attitude.
- Ability to walk, bend, push, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds; additional weight may be required with assistance.
- Ability to sit and stand for hours at a time, climb and descend stairs, ladders, and scaffolds, and work at various heights throughout the building.
Responsibilities
- Set up tools and equipment before production to support optimum safety levels.
- Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair automated mailing equipment at an intermediate level.
- Work with vendors and internal groups to resolve maintenance issues, improve equipment reliability, and minimize downtime.
- Train operations employees in the proper use and basic maintenance of automation machines.
- Submit reports and participate in weekly Tech calls.
- Provide guidance and training to Automation Technician I employees.
- Support updates to manuals and programs for automated equipment.
- Work on in-house automation projects with automation engineers.
- Support Automation Helpdesk Level 1.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Well-being programs
- Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account availability
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off, including vacation and sick time
- Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
- Employee discount program
- Employee Assistance & Work Life Program
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Life insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
