Automation Technician

Fictiv•Dayton, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position maintains all Material Handling Equipment (MHE) within the facility, including but not limited to Automatic Storage and Retrieval Systems, Conveyors, Vertical Lift Modules, Control Systems, and related technology. Timely preventive maintenance, including spare parts selection and ordering, diagnostics and troubleshooting are core to ensuring 100% uptime of all equipment to support Quality, Cost, and Time objectives.

Requirements

Ability to install, maintain and troubleshoot power distribution systems, branch circuits, lighting systems, transformers, and wiring methods and materials.
Ability to install, maintain and troubleshoot relay logic, ladder diagrams, control components – photo eyes, motor starters, relays, limit switches, proximity sensors, timers, solenoids, servo drives, frequency inverters, linear drives, tachometers. and encoders.
PLC programs, ability to troubleshoot ladder logic (read use for troubleshooting), components (CPU, I/O boards, counters, modules and devices) and communications modules (Ethernet)
Experience using CMMS
Strong problem-solving skills
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including as it pertains to training others
Positive, can-do attitude in cross-functional and culturally diverse work environment

Nice To Haves

Experience with warehouse automation systems or equipment preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain and trouble shoot all conveyor systems, electrical and mechanical
Serve as resident expert in the functionality, setup, operation, and troubleshooting of the site’s material handling and other equipment
Understand and verify operations of the mechanical, electrical, and software components of the entire automated system, including PLC’s, motors, sensors, pick-to-light systems, conveyors, mechanical components, and computer interfaces
Train team in the operation and maintenance of all MHE and related software
Identify root causes of issues related to equipment failure; recommend solutions and appropriate courses of action
Collaborate with vendors to ensure timely implementation and completion of standard / preventive maintenance, equipment improvement projects
Manage maintenance and facilities contracts with vendors
Must be available after normal operating hours if needed to resolve emergency breakdowns or system failures
Drive continuous improvement
Manage and organize spare parts inventory
Other duties as assigned