Automation Technician (12-Hour Nights)
Amcor•Lawrence, KS
•Onsite
About The Position
As a Thermoforming Automation Maintenance Technician, you play a key role in keeping automated equipment running safely, efficiently, and consistently. You’ll work hands‑on with mechanical, electrical, and automation systems that support product handling, packaging, and overall production flow. This role is a great fit if you enjoy troubleshooting, improving equipment performance, and working with advanced automation technology. You’ll help drive reliability, support continuous improvement, and contribute directly to the success of the thermoforming operation.
Requirements
- Proven experience in maintenance or automation maintenance.
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
- Familiarity with automation systems and manufacturing processes.
- Able to read and interpret technical documentation and equipment information.
- Proficient computer skills for documentation and maintenance systems.
- Strong problem‑solving, multitasking, and communication skills.
- Dependable, safety‑focused, and committed to continuous improvement.
- Willing to participate in ongoing training and development.
- High school diploma or GED required.
Responsibilities
- Performs daily inspections and preventive maintenance on automation equipment.
- Troubleshoots mechanical, electrical, and automation‑related issues.
- Completes repairs and supports automation‑focused maintenance projects.
- Identifies improvement opportunities that support equipment reliability and efficiency.
- Ensures automated systems operate safely and meet production and quality standards.
- Handles and packages products according to established procedures.
- Maintains consistent, high‑quality output from automated equipment.
- Communicates equipment status, issues, and improvement ideas with maintenance and production teams.
- Supports departmental goals and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Performs additional duties as assigned by maintenance leadership.
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision plans
- Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees, may vary by location
- Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
- Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
- Paid Parental Leave
- Retirement Savings Plan with company match
- Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
- Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
