Automation Technician
About The Position
Looking for a job opportunity with a future in a safe & supportive work environment? Do you care about keeping your skills sharp? If you are ready to take your skills to the next level in a high-growth industry with exceptional job security and potential for advancement, join Plastipak as an Automation Technician. We Offer Set Schedules: We offer 12-hour shifts & a unique rotating standard schedule! Convenience: Our food-grade clean & climate-controlled facility is located right off I-72 & I-57! Advancement: We follow a strong promote-from-within business practice! Premium pay & benefits, including 18 days of paid time off a year!
Requirements
- Ability to work Night Shift (6:45pm-7:15am) on schedule cycle of 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off, repeat
- Associate's Degree (A.A. or A.S.) or equivalent is strongly preferred
- Minimum of one year of electrical experience. This can be experience gained through paid or unpaid work & education
- Minimum of one year of PLC or Ladder Logic Programming
- Strong ability to troubleshoot & problem solve
- Physical requirement includes ability to lift & move up to 75 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation
- You should be proficient in: PLC Troubleshooting Skills Electrical Schematics Troubleshooting Skills 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems Industrial Robot Programming Troubleshooting Industrial Automation Equipment PLC Programming Experience Industrial Electrical Experience
Nice To Haves
- Experience with FANUC robots is highly preferred
Responsibilities
- Use your knowledge of RS Logix 500, 5000, computer networking, HMI and robotics to repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment such as electric, motor, pneumatic, conveyor systems, vision systems, production equipment and plant support machines
- Program Allen Bradley PLCs, HMI's, Vision Systems and networking
- Engineer MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) improvements
- Grow your knowledge and skills through a wide-variety of training & on-the-job experiences
Benefits
- Premium pay & benefits, including 18 days of paid time off a year!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
