Automation Technician - Nights

Kohler Co.

5d • $30 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to build a career you can be proud of? At Kohler Co., we believe in empowering our employees to make a difference. Join our manufacturing team and be part of a culture dedicated to safety, innovation, and continuous improvement. We offer opportunities for growth and advancement within our Kohler, AZ, location, where you can develop your skills and contribute to our mission of creating a more sustainable and gracious world.
We are seeking an Automation Maintenance Technician to join our Casa Grande team, specializing in high-quality plumbing products and fixtures. In this role, you will maintain and troubleshoot robotic equipment and control systems throughout the plant, including Fanuc robots and Allen Bradley PLCs. Responsibilities also include supporting plant-wide controls such as PLCs, VFD calibrations, and safety systems. The ideal candidate is an experienced automation or robotics professional who is adaptable and eager to learn.

Requirements

• Must be able to work in the US without restrictions or sponsorship.
• Effective communication skills for manufacturing production processes.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• A strong work ethic that includes the ability to work 8, 10, or 12-hour shifts while sitting, standing, bending, twisting, and lifting.
• Physical ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• A willingness to help with activities that may be outside of your job scope, especially as plant operations transition from the construction/set-up phase to the final “go-live” phase.
• The flexibility to change shifts as the plant moves into future phases of production and operability.
• Employment will be subject to a demonstrated maintenance of competency via a standardized knowledge check.
• Physical Capability: Ability to perform the essential duties of the position, including bending, lifting, and pushing weights of up to 40 pounds or more.
• Screening: Successful completion of a drug screen and background check.
• Reliability: Consistent attendance and work performance.
• Safety Compliance: Follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• An associate degree in Electro-Mechanical technology or similar field of study.
• Previous experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• A natural ability for problem-solving and continuous improvement in the areas of safety, quality, and productivity.
• Previous experience (3+ years) with the installation, frequency, drive, and troubleshooting of electrical systems.
• Have previous experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide support of robotic troubleshooting and change overs.
• Provide trouble shooting of 24 Volt control systems.
• Provide operations support of PLC troubleshooting, instrumentation calibrations, and VFD trouble shooting as needed.
• Develop and maintain the operator and management of graphic displays for production information, faults, and related data.
• Maintain documentation standards when interacting with PLC control systems, electrical drawings, and SAP records.
• Work closely and coordinate with the Production, Scheduling and Purchasing teams on all project-related support responsibilities and activities.
• Assist Automation Engineering with control system projects.
• Attend technical seminars and training to learn and apply applicable innovative products and processes.
• Adhere to safety and 5-S plant culture.
• Perform other plant support as directed by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Health insurance with premiums as low as $20 per month, dental and vision insurance, and company-paid disability and life insurance starting on Day 1.
• 401k plan with company match and voluntary benefits such as identity protection and pet insurance.
• Pension Plan.
• Up to 10 paid holidays annually and up to 2 weeks of paid vacation in your first year.
• Discounts on Kohler products.
• Tuition assistance for advanced education.
• Opportunities for growth and career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees