Automation Technician III

Niagara Water•Diamond Bar, CA

8h•$29 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water. Consider applying here, if you want to: Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact. Develop lasting relationships with great people. Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members. Automation Technician III As an Automation Technician III at Niagara Bottling, you will be working on the production floor with plant Automation technicians at Niagara facilities around the country. Tasks include performing advanced troubleshooting, upgrades on production lines automation systems and providing technical support to those plants that need help. You will also be responsible for training and mentoring the plant Automation technicians. Essential Functions Providing Plant Support for Niagara Facilities Provide aid and expertise to plant maintenance and automation teams Aid in any needed repairs on production machinery, as necessary Troubleshoot and repair complex machine electrical issues Automated Upgrades Perform root cause analysis for automated machine upgrades Research and Development of innovative technologies for increased output and reducing labor Technician Training Share knowledge with the plant electrical and automation technicians Seek out training opportunities for team development and report to Technical Engineering Manager Travel Requirements: Approximately 75% of the year Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.

Requirements

4 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
4 Years – Experience in Position
0-1 Years – Experience managing people/projects experience may include a combination of work experience and education
Proficiency in, but not limited to: AB Automation software Siemens Automation software B&R system knowledge for troubleshooting Microsoft Office Applications – Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio, etc.
Able to work alone and with others
Often sent out for plant support alone with minimal supervision
Often working in conjunction with plant electrical maintenance staff
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Self-Motivated with a proven record of taking the initiative
Detail-Oriented with Excellent Oral and Written Communication Skills
Able to execute tasks in a very dynamic and ever-changing environment
Exercise sound judgment and ability to work effectively with a diverse workforce
Associate's Degree in Engineering or other related field

Nice To Haves

6 Years– Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
6 Years – Experience working in Position
2 Years – Experience managing people/projects experience may include a combination of work experience and education
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or other related field

Responsibilities

Providing Plant Support for Niagara Facilities
Provide aid and expertise to plant maintenance and automation teams
Aid in any needed repairs on production machinery, as necessary
Troubleshoot and repair complex machine electrical issues
Automated Upgrades
Perform root cause analysis for automated machine upgrades
Research and Development of innovative technologies for increased output and reducing labor
Technician Training
Share knowledge with the plant electrical and automation technicians
Seek out training opportunities for team development and report to Technical Engineering Manager