Automation Technician - Fixed Term Contract
About The Position
The Automation Technician maintains and troubleshoots automated systems, conveyance systems, robots and robot end-of-arm grippers, thermolators, adhesive dispense tips and nozzles, UV-light cure systems, and ancillary equipment that support plastic injection molding machines. The role uses basic hand tools and diagnostic equipment to complete repairs and performs documentation in the company’s computer software system and on paper. This is an onsite, fixed-term contract projected to last 9 months, with full-time hours. The schedule is Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and every other Saturday, from 5:45 AM to 6:00 PM. The position offers benefits, training, relocation assistance, and milestone bonuses of $1,000 at 12 and 24 weeks for team members who complete those milestones. Candidates requiring sponsored work authorization cannot be considered.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- One year of experience or education in automation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail and accuracy.
- Awareness of relevant company SOPs.
- Working knowledge of current quality tools and systems.
- Ability to support and contribute to Lean Sigma programs and activities toward established targets.
- Ability to comply with company safety and quality policies.
- Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with relevant ISO standards and GMPs.
- Manufacturing/Lean Six Sigma certification or IASSC Six Sigma certification.
Responsibilities
- Perform daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual maintenance for assigned equipment.
- Maintain accurate documentation of all work performed.
- Use machine operation and maintenance manuals to perform scheduled and unscheduled periodic maintenance and equipment cleaning.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work area and equipment, follow safety regulations, and identify and resolve potential safety hazards.
- Perform basic troubleshooting for issues such as blown fuses, circuit breakers, and pressure leaks.
- Contribute to continuous process improvement efforts to reduce scrap and cycle times, improve efficiency, and eliminate waste in the production environment.
- Advise management about significant maintenance trends affecting the facility and propose improvements.
- Apply a customer-service approach to interactions, workflow, productivity, and quality standards for internal and external customers.
- Perform other duties as assigned based on business needs.
- Comply with regulations, company policies, work procedures, instructions, and safety rules.
- Maintain regular, reliable, punctual, and predictable attendance.
Benefits
- Benefits
- Training
- Relocation assistance
- $1,000 bonus at 12 weeks and $1,000 bonus at 24 weeks for those who complete these milestones
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
