Automation Technician - 2nd Shift

CHEP•Wilmington, MA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

CHEP is hiring an Automation Technician to perform multi-skilled proactive and reactive maintenance at a site, with a focus on safety, equipment reliability, and plant performance. The role supports reliability initiatives by identifying failure modes, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions. It also involves scheduling and carrying out maintenance, documenting work orders, maintaining accurate records, and improving maintenance processes and procedures. The technician conducts task risk assessments and follows health, safety, product quality, and environmental requirements. The position works the second shift, Monday through Friday, from 3:30 p.m. to midnight. The role is not remote.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience in industrial machine maintenance.
Ability to read and use mechanical and electrical schematics for troubleshooting.
Ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical system components, including motors, variable AC drives, PLCs, and field sensors.
Experience performing preventive and corrective maintenance on conveyance equipment.
Ability to climb steps over conveyor systems and work in tight spaces and at heights.
Ability to use and navigate MS Office and internet applications.
Knowledge of OSHA and Control of Hazardous Energy procedures and regulations.
Ability to use Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
Electrical knowledge, including control panels, power cabinets, and three-phase 480-volt power systems.
Knowledge of Rockwell Automation Compact Logic (RSLogix 5000) and Ethernet IP networks, including machine devices and VFDs.
Mechanical knowledge of chain drive live roller and belt conveyor systems, hydraulic pumps and circuits, air compressors, and pneumatic circuits and valves.

Nice To Haves

Yaskawa, Fanuc, or Kuka robot experience.
Knowledge of NEC 70E electrical safety.

Responsibilities

Perform proactive and reactive maintenance using a multi-skilled approach while adhering to health and safety protocols.
Identify equipment failure modes, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to improve performance.
Assist with scheduling and executing maintenance tasks.
Document work orders and maintenance tasks and maintain accurate maintenance records.
Identify opportunities to improve maintenance processes and procedures and support regulatory compliance and plant performance.
Conduct task risk assessments using site-specific or dynamic procedures.
Prioritize employee health and safety, product quality, and environmental protection in maintenance activities.