Automation Technician Rotating 12-hour Shift

PGBPGNGLOBAL • Vandalia, OH

3d • $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Updated Job Description as of 1/12/2026
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Starting base pay is $22.00 plus $2.50 shift adder once you start your rotating shift.
Ater successfully completing probation, base pay increases to $25.50.
Operations Schedule: This site operates continuously 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Scope of Work:
Mechanically skilled technicians perform various types of work, such as:
· Maintaining and troubleshooting automated equipment included but not limited to autonomous robots responsible for case, layer and/or pallet movements
· Performing preventive maintenance and calibrations on equipment
· Troubleshooting, monitoring, & improving equipment and systems
· Analyzing trends and technical data to gain insights of the equipment and systems, and identify issues proactively
· Building technical skills in others
Work Hours:
Able to work 12-hour shifts, schedules is a 2-2-3 bi-weekly rotation schedule. Shifts are assigned depending on business need. We cannot guarantee your preference of shift is what you will be assigned. Day shift is 6:00am-6:30pm and night shift 6:00pm-6:30am.
Flexibility: Technicians will work rotating shifts.
Overtime: Overtime may be required on weekends and/or holidays.
Mechanically skilled technicians are being hired as skilled members of our warehouse operations teams. Mechanically skilled technicians are responsible for reducing equipment downtime, troubleshooting mechanical and systematic issues, eliminating defects, and building technical mastery. They focus on initiating and implementing continuous improvement projects with the goal of delivering the best product, at the lowest cost, with the highest quality, on time every time, and in a safe environment. They have mechanical technical mastery in order to successfully troubleshoot problems and to proactively improve production systems. Mechanically skilled technicians have the opportunity to become equipment area owners. This could involve creating processes and designs to improve their areas’ performance.

Requirements

• Minimum of a high school diploma/GED & 2-years of technical experience in manufacturing or like industry
• Applied mechanical skills in an industrial environment
• Should be knowledgeable about different types of machinery and equipment commonly used in manufacturing including various types of engines, pumps, compressors, conveyors, gears, bearings, and other mechanical components. Understanding the working principles, construction, and operational characteristics of these systems enables technicians to diagnose problems and perform maintenance or repairs.
• Proficiency in using a wide range of tools and instruments is essential for a mechanical technician. They should be well-versed in the use of hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and precision instruments for tasks such as disassembly, assembly, measurement, alignment, and testing.
• System Integration: In addition to understanding individual components, a mechanical technician should have a grasp of how various components interact within a larger system. This includes knowledge of system integration, control mechanisms, automation, and interconnections with electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic systems. Understanding system behavior and interdependence is crucial for effective troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Strong technical troubleshooting, problem-solving, issue resolution, and root cause analysis for mechanical issues
• Interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Successful completion of a Technical Interview will be required as part of the application process.
• Upon hire, you will be expected to remain in the ALPS department for at least 18 months before being eligible for roles in alternate departments.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and troubleshooting automated equipment included but not limited to autonomous robots responsible for case, layer and/or pallet movements
• Performing preventive maintenance and calibrations on equipment
• Troubleshooting, monitoring, & improving equipment and systems
• Analyzing trends and technical data to gain insights of the equipment and systems, and identify issues proactively
• Building technical skills in others

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees