Coatings Automation Technician

PPG • Sylmar, CA

4h • $40 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Coatings Automation Technician you will be a crucial part of our operations, ensuring that a quality product is available to our customers when they need them. Your work will directly affect people's lives!

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or certification preferred
• 1+ years of experience in automation, industrial controls, or manufacturing maintenance
• Ability to troubleshoot complex electrical and mechanical systems
• Working knowledge of PLCs, electrical schematics, and industrial automation systems
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs
• Ability to push/pull 51 lbs or more
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work around production equipment

Nice To Haves

• Robotics experience preferred
• Experience with coatings automation equipment (e.g., vacuum chambers, robotics, casting machines) a plus

Responsibilities

• Repair, install, troubleshoot, and maintain automated manufacturing and electrical systems, including PLC-controlled equipment, HMIs, drives, sensors, and control panels
• Support industrial robots, vacuum chambers, casting systems, UV curing systems, and automated material handling equipment
• Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on automation, electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Install, calibrate, and test electrical infrastructure, control systems, and production equipment
• Troubleshoot electrical malfunctions; inspect circuits and wiring for proper shielding, grounding, safety, and efficiency
• Support equipment startups, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Accurately document work performed, failures, and parts usage in the CMMS

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees